UKRI Cross Research Council Responsive Mode Pilot Scheme: Round Two Outline Stage

2 weeks ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom NERC - the Natural Environment Research Council Full time
Job Title: Interdisciplinary Research Funding OpportunityCompany: NERC - the Natural Environment Research Council

We are seeking innovative and groundbreaking research proposals that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. This funding opportunity is designed to support bold and ambitious projects that have the potential to transform our understanding of the world and drive meaningful impact.

Key Highlights:
  • Funding Amount: Up to £1.2 million for up to two years
  • Funding Percentage: 80% of the full economic cost (FEC)
  • Eligible Organisations: UK higher education providers, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations (IROs), and public sector research establishments (PSREs)
Project Requirements:
  • Project Lead: Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI research council funding
  • Project Co-Leads: Can be international, but must meet specific eligibility criteria
  • Collaborators: Can include project partners, subcontractors, and suppliers
Eligibility Criteria:
  • Project Lead: Must have at least a postgraduate degree and be a researcher based in the UK
  • Project Co-Leads: Must meet specific eligibility criteria, including having a significant intellectual contribution to the project
  • Collaborators: Must provide specific contributions to the team and project
What We Are Looking For:
  • Breakthrough Ideas: Proposals that have the potential to transform our understanding of the world and drive meaningful impact
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Projects that bring together researchers from different disciplines to tackle complex challenges
  • Impact: Proposals that demonstrate a clear plan for achieving impact and engaging with stakeholders
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We are committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all funding applicants. We encourage applications from a diverse range of researchers and support people to work in a way that suits their personal circumstances.



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