shot-button
Subscription Subscription
Home > News > World News > Article > Nobel winners back Brexit

Nobel winners back Brexit

Updated on: 12 June,2016 09:01 AM IST  | 
Agencies |

Thirteen of Britain's top scientists signed a letter backing the campaign to remain in the EU after a dramatic new poll boosted the momentum behind the Brexit campaign less than two weeks before the June 23 referendum

Nobel winners back Brexit

London: Thirteen of Britain's top scientists signed a letter backing the campaign to remain in the EU after a dramatic new poll boosted the momentum behind the Brexit campaign less than two weeks before the June 23 referendum.


Nobel Prize winners including Peter Higgs — after whom the Higgs Boson, believed to explain how matter acquires mass, is named — and geneticist Paul Nurse said the loss of research funding would be one consequence of leaving the bloc.


"The prospect of losing EU research funding is a key risk to UK science," he said.


"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK