Learn more about the key areas we’re currently investing in.
Our main funds and areas of support

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Discover the wide range of research and innovation areas that we fund and support

UKRI Challenge Fund
Tackling the big societal challenges of the government’s industrial strategy

International Science Partnerships Fund
Supporting UK researchers and innovators to collaborate with their peers from around the world

Strategic Priorities Fund
Investing £830m to support government priorities across 34 multi and inter-multidisciplinary research themes

Strength in Places Fund
Using research and innovation to drive regional economic growth in the UK

Future Leaders Fellowships
Developing the next generation of world-class research and innovation leaders