Awardee and recipient archive
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Alom Shaha
Science communicator Alom Shaha secured a NESTA Fellowship to train in film-making, so he can bring awareness and understanding of science's cultural, social and political impact to as broad an audience as possible.
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Alom Shaha and spiked
To mark Einstein Year, science communicator and filmmaker Alom Shaha joined forces with online current affairs publication, spiked, to ask renowned scientists: ?If you could teach the world just one thing, what would it be?? Results were recorded on the s
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Andrew & David Slater - Slater UK Ltd
Slater UK Ltd used NESTA's investment to further work on a sustainable solution for remediating metal-contaminated soils.
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Andrew Stones
Multi media artist Andrew Stones used his NESTA Fellowship to create new work based on scientific sites and groups, such as the Royal Institution, to highlight the cultural relevance of science.
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Barry Clive, SolarStructure
SolarStructure secured NESTA investment in its technology to reduce the amount of carbon and fossil fuel needed to run buildings. The device differs from other solar solutions by allowing non-direct sunlight to penetrate (so less internal lighting is need
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Black Arts Alliance, SUSSED ARTS
NESTA supported SUSSED ARTS, using the arts to offer inspiring modes of expression for inmates of HMP Manchester. Devised by the Black Arts Alliance, this was the first Black-led project of its kind, aiming to empower the men to take responsibility for ch
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Braunarts Stardust
With NESTA's support, Braunarts worked with the British Antarctic Survey to produce the BAFTA-award winning Antarctic Waves, a music toolkit for secondary school pupils, using real science, extraordinary sound and stunning images to inspire musical compos
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David Kelsall, Skyshots Ltd
David Kelsall has designed a miniature auto-controlled airship which can be used for film, photography, surveillance and survey work. So compact it can be folded up and carried as hand luggage, the airship can be used easily in any location or situation -
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David Sheppard and Ian Dearden, SOUND Intermedia
NESTA's Fellowship enabled David Sheppard and Ian Dearden to develop their business SOUND Intermedia, using digital technology, the internet and multimedia tools to develop the performance of contemporary music for a wider audience.
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David Ward, Safe Training Systems Ltd
David Ward used NESTA investment to further work on an instrument that instantly and accurately checks levels of chemical contamination on surfaces - a potential breakthrough for research labs as well as for the food, health and pharmaceutical industries.
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Deborah Szebeko
Graphic designer Deborah Szebeko used NESTA's investment to develop her design agency, Thinkpublic, with a mission to empower patients, carers and staff to design improved health services. Thinkpublic is now much in demand, having established a reputation
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Dharambir Singh Dhadyalla
Dharambir Singh Dhadyalla teaches Indian music. His Fellowship has enabled him to develop as an educator, and create new pedagogical tools for teaching Indian music to children.
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Digital science
NESTA joined with the Wellcome Trust for an education initiative, Digital Science, exploring new media approaches which could engage young people with the social and ethical issues in science.
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Donald Sturrock and Peter Ash, Music Link International
Donald Sturrock and Peter Ash secured early-stage funding for The Golden Ticket, their operatic version of Roald Dahl's classic children's novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
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Eisteddfod Science and Technology Pavilion
NESTA's support enabled the Science and Technology Pavilion at the National Eisteddfod in Wales to look at ways of appealing to wider and younger audiences.
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Gordon and Colin Stove, Radar World Ltd
NESTA's investment enabled Dr Colin Stove and his son Gordon to explore and develop the use of radar technology as a means of screening for breast cancer and diagnosing disease.
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Grant Stevens
Grant Stevens used NESTA's support to develop his plans for the next generation of handheld music synthesisers.
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Heather Sloane, We Can Fly
Heather Sloane secured a Creative Pioneer Award to develop interactive design consultancy, We Can Fly, working with publishing companies to create the next generation of children's books which bridge the gap between beautiful picture books and educational
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Ian Stark and Jeremy Frew, PRI
Ian Stark and Jeremy Frew secured NESTA investment to develop their environmentally-friendly PRI coating to prevent build-up of organism pollution on marine surfaces, such as the bottom of boats and fish farm nets. The coating is designed to replace paint
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Ian Stuart, Benchrover Ltd
Ian Stuart used NESTA investment to further his work on the Benchrover, a portable, expandable workstation that includes its own trolley, storage facilities, flexible worktop and vice platform.
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Marlene Smith
Marlene Smith, Head of Galleries at The Public in West Bromwich, secured a NESTA Cultural Leadership award to spend six months working alongside Pan Zheng, the Chief of the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum. Marlene aimed to bring back to the UK some
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Melody Stokes, Dream Time award
NESTA's Dream Time award enabled Melody Stokes to investigate how energy in our brains affects our lives, creating work which might be of use to experts in neurology and psychology. Using her background in mechanical engineering, Melody is interested in h
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Rachel Souhami
Exhibition curator Rachel Souhami secured a NESTA Fellowship to develop new ways of creating science exhibitions to challenge visitors, inspiring them to debate the nature of science and its role in their lives.
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School Works
NESTA's support enabled School Works to develop an interactive web-based game, Tike and the Missing Mutt, to encourage pupils and educators nationwide to make decisions about the design of their school.
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Sciart
As part of the sciart consortium, NESTA has supported a range of experimental, imaginative arts projects to engage the public in the social, ethical and cultural issues surrounding contemporary biomedical science. To maximise impact, NESTA and the Wellcom
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Science Academy
With NESTA's support, a team at Sheffield Hallam University explored whether and how a Science Academy could help to foster the talents of some of Britain's brightest hopes for the future.
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Science Alliance
NESTA supported a one-year pilot project in four Sussex primary schools to raise aspirations - particularly in science and technology - of young people from African, African-Caribbean and other ethnic minority backgrounds. The project was run by education
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Science made simple, Visual Physics
NESTA supported Science Made Simple's Visual Physics project, developed as part of Einstein Year to create a wordless, visually stimulating scientific performance to enthuse new audiences about science.
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Science Worlds UK
NESTA-funded ScienceWorlds.co.uk is an on-line guide to UK science-based visitor attractions. By helping families and school visitors identify the right science centre for their day out, organizers hope to take science to new audiences.
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Simfonec School Teachers Innovation Programme
NESTA supported Simfonec's School Teachers Innovation Programme, which aims to nurture an entrepreneurial spirit in the UK by equipping teachers with the tools to promote enterprise and innovation to pupils.
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Simon Schofield
One of the UK 's computer graphics pioneers, Simon Schofield received a NESTA award to design software tools delivering unprecedented levels of realism in digital images.
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Simon Sharkey
Simon Sharkey secured a NESTA award to spend time away from his role as Associate Director of the National Theatre of Scotland and advance his leadership skills. His aim is to contribute to new learning and creativity in Scotland.
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SmartSlab, Box Consultants
NESTA's support enabled Box Consultants to turn into a prototype their idea for the world's toughest digital video display. Going on to win numerous awards, SmartSlab is now fully developed and available for a range of uses, from advertising and signage t
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Soma Skool - Positive Education
NESTA supported the launch of Soma Skool, a project by independent record label Soma Recordings to demystify the mechanics behind the music and creative industries. Revealing how to turn a demo CD into a final release, successful Soma Skools are now runni
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South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre
NESTA's funding enabled cutting-edge education facility, the South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre, to enrich its night sky experience with enhanced audio visual and digital equipment.
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Spiral Gateway, RICA
Spiral Gateway secured NESTA investment to develop a semiconductor design technology to increase performance and extend the battery life of mobile devices.
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Starbridge Systems
Starbridge Systems used NESTA's investment to develop revolutionary technology to free diabetics from needles and syringes, giving them insulin through a pump worn on the skin like a plaster. The company has gone on to secure an agreement with drug delive
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Steve Sumner and Trevor Keena, Ledal Ltd
Steve Sumner and Trevor Keena designed the Ledal, a bike pedal that lights up automatically in the dark when the bike is ridden, switches off in daylight and shines white to the front and red to the rear - even if the pedal flips over. Visible for 1000 me
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Su Sayer
NESTA's award enabled Su Sayer to use time away from her job as CEO of national learning disability and mental health charity United Response to learn new styles of leadership from the head of Singapore's Science Centre, Dr Chew.
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SuAndi, Black Arts Alliance
With NESTA's support, SuAndi's Black Arts Alliance staged an innovative live performance giving voice to young black men in an attempt to change perceptions about them.
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The Naughton Gallery at Queens University, Silver Sounds
With NESTA's support, the Naughton Gallery at Queens University Belfast developed the Silver Sounds project, using latest sound technology to bring to life its historically-significant collection of silver pieces.
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The Samling Foundation
For Arena, Angel of the North sculptor Antony Gormley worked with five young artists and 60 gifted A-level students to produce new work and challenge debate about what constitutes public space. The artists acted as mentors to the students from Newcastle,
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The Shadow Robot Company
The Shadow Robot Company developed a robotic hand, the closest available to the human hand. NESTA's support enabled the team to produce a fully working prototype and the Dextrous Hand has gone on to be sold to NASA as well as universities and research in
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Tom Shakespeare
Dr Tom Shakespeare received a NESTA Fellowship to develop skills in writing, performance, film and installation. By combining these skills with his academic research, he hopes to produce work with emotional appeal, widening public understanding of disabil
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Tony Sherborne
Science curriculum developer Tony Sherborne secured a NESTA Fellowship to explore new ways of making science lessons relevant, contemporary and unforgettable, to stop the decline in the number of pupils choosing science after the age of 16.
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University of Strathclyde, Engineering Super Powers
The University of Strathclyde teamed up with pupils from primary P7 and S1 classes to explore the possibilities of bioengineering technology. Asking pupils to design comic strip superheroes, this NESTA-supported collaboration between teachers, PhD student
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Vicki Sharp
Accomplished horsewoman Vicki Sharp secured NESTA's investment to develop a range of riding wear designed to improve safety and comfort.
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Welsh Student Innovators
NESTA funded two awards at the Welsh National Convention in Engineering and Technology, rewarding school teams for the most innovative prototype with real commercial potential.
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WG (Max) Sebald
WG (Max) Sebald was an internationally renowned novelist, historian and poet. A NESTA awardee, tragically his work was cut short when he died in a car accident in December 2001.
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Wonderful Science
With NESTA's support, the Wonderful Science project was introduced into 20-plus schools across Britain, using young children's wonder about the natural world to build a foundation for appreciating the environment and taking care of it. The pilot schools f