The Newton-Bhabha partnership was established in 2014. It brings the best researchers and innovators from UK and India to tackle the biggest challenges we face globally.
With a population of more than 1.2 billion, India is the world’s largest democracy. Over the past decade, the country’s integration into the global economy has been accompanied by economic growth. The relevance of India’s experience, know-how and investments for the development efforts of other nations well-position the country to play a greater leadership role in the global arena. On crucial issues ranging from managing scarce water resources, to modernizing food systems, to improving rural livelihoods, to ensuring that megacities become engines of sustainable economic growth and inclusion, India’s development trajectory will have a major influence on the rest of the world (World Bank, 2020).
The way we work with India through the Newton Fund reflects our shared position as global science leaders and means that the knowledge we can develop in partnership will generate global development impact. This will benefit the poorest people around the world and contribute to achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Priorities for India
Better monitoring of maternal health will save lives
High blood pressure, bleeding and infection account for more than 50% of maternal deaths worldwide. Most of these deaths are preventable. Early detection and effective management of these conditions relies on monitoring vital signs, including pulse and blood pressure. Once detected, life saving...
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Newton Fund India Evaluation
With a population of more than 1.2 billion, India is the world’s largest democracy. Over the past decade, the country’s integration into the global economy has been accompanied by economic growth. The relevance of India’s experience, know-how and investments for the development efforts of other nations well-position the country to play a greater leadership role in the global arena.
On crucial issues ranging from managing scarce water resources, to modernizing food systems, to improving rural livelihoods, to ensuring that megacities become engines of sustainable economic growth and inclusion, India’s development trajectory will have a major influence on the rest of the world (World Bank, 2020)
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