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TRDF: Transformative Research Technologies

To pump prime the next generation of cutting-edge enabling research technologies with the potential for transformative impact in biosciences research.

The 2020 strategic highlight is on the detection and diagnosis of plant and animal diseases which will allow researchers to investigate problems caused by endemic or emerging pathogens or pests.

Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Funding type:
Grant
Publication date:
22 June 2020
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Independent research fellowships

Open to early-career environmental scientists looking to develop their research programmes. Five years’ support available to further the development of future leaders in NERC science. This includes fellowship networking and training activities.

Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
18 June 2020
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EUREKA GlobalStars Singapore CRD – Round 2

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £1 million to develop innovative proposals with Singapore and other EUREKA participating members.

Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Innovate UK
Funding type:
Grant
Publication date:
17 June 2020
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Closing date:

Decarbonising Heating and Cooling 2

This funding opportunity is to fund proposals to support the goal of the decarbonisation of heating and cooling.  Proposals must be at least 50% within the remit of EPSRC or at least 50% within the remit of NERC.

Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)
Funding type:
Grant
Total fund:
£12,000,000
Award range:
£500,000 - £1,500,000
Publication date:
15 June 2020
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Closing date:

ISCF Healthy Ageing Challenge Social, Behavioural and Design Research Programme outline stage

We invite outline proposals from interdisciplinary academic-led teams to research social, behavioural and design aspects of healthy ageing.

Successful projects will:

  • receive a grant of up to £2 million
  • research ways to help people enjoy at least five extra healthy, independent, years of life by 2035.
Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
UK Research and Innovation, Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Funding type:
Grant
Maximum award:
£2,000,000
Publication date:
15 June 2020
Opening date:
Closing date:

Leadership Fellows in Public Engagement

This scheme is to support the best scientists, engineers and technical staff within STFC’s community to undertake extended programmes of high quality, innovative public engagement.

Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
12 June 2020
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Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre: the impact of COVID-19 on modern slavery: Sep 2020

Funding for evidence-based research to improve the understanding of the effects of the pandemic on society, that are associated with modern slavery.

This includes both:

  • responses by governments, businesses and organisations that affect exploitation
  • the systems underpinning exploitative practices.
Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Funding type:
Grant
Publication date:
3 June 2020
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Closing date:

Marine Wave Energy

The Wave Energy Roadmap commissioned through the Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy Hub concludes that targeted research and innovation will play an important role in the Wave Energy journey to commercialisation. As a result, EPSRC is looking to fund proposals, particularly in the key areas highlighted by the roadmap:

  • novel designs for niche applications
  • survivability and reliability of devices in the marine environment
  • power take off and control systems
  • modelling, forecasting and evaluation of wave energy resource
  • new materials for Wave Energy Converters.
Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Funding type:
Grant
Publication date:
2 June 2020
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Engagement Fellowships Pilot: Oct 2020

The criteria of this fellowship are:

  • it is impact-focused
  • it recognises the potential cross-cultural value of internationally collaboration
  • aimed at researchers whose engagement with stakeholder communities is vital to their research
  • aims to strengthen connections between disciplines, communities and institutions
Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
21 May 2020
Opening date:
Closing date:

Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre: support for victims and survivors of modern slavery

Funding for collaborative research to improve support for victims/survivors of slavery, and aid their recovery.

Projects should:

  • involve those on the frontline
  • put needs of victims/survivors first
  • influence future policy
  • fill gaps in evidence base to help identify people affected
  • prevent re-trafficking.
Opportunity status:
Closed
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Funding type:
Grant
Publication date:
18 May 2020
Opening date:
Closing date:

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