Develop and validate innovative inspection methods and measurement assurance services for additive manufacturing build plates with comprehensive documentation and implementation support.
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Procurement of an ultra-low-vibration dry dilution refrigerator system reaching 20 mK for quantum-scale scanning probe microscopy experiments on superconducting circuits.
NPL requires a dry dilution refrigerator with ≤10 mK base temperature, 20+ RF coaxial lines (up to 40 GHz), and comprehensive DC connections for quantum hardware characterization with fast, repeatable cooldowns.
Specialist PLM support services required to maintain, optimise, and support engineering systems and processes for the remainder of the financial year.
NPL requires a cryogen-free dilution refrigerator with ≤10 mK base temperature, 20+ expandable RF coaxial lines to 40 GHz, and 0.19m² mixing chamber for quantum hardware characterization.
Funding up to £280,000 to establish collaborative networks of data professionals sharing knowledge and improving services for social science researchers.
ESRC Grow Awards provide £100,000-£500,000 in funding to help social science researchers advance their careers through skills development, methodological training, and independence-building over 18-60 months.
ESRC Explore Awards fund ambitious, innovative social science research projects up to £2 million for UK-based individuals and small research teams over five years.
BBSRC funding scheme offering £200,000-£1,500,000 grants for UK research organisations to purchase mid-range biosciences equipment that supports collaboration and aligns with BBSRC research priorities.