The UK government is aiming to recruit researchers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) with a set of new initiatives. Launching later this year, the Newton Scholarships will provide 100 UK and international postgraduates with £25,000 (US$38,052) to take to the research institution of their choice. And a £270-million Modernisation Fund aims to help UK universities provide 20,000 more places for STEM undergraduates by August. In addition, a £40-million International Space Innovation Centre in Harwell is being set up to serve as a central hub for Britain's £6.5-billion space sector. The centre is expected to create 700 jobs over the next five years.