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    GrantsSTFC Proof of Concept Funding for Particle Physics and Astronomy
    Closed grant

    STFC Proof of Concept Funding for Particle Physics and Astronomy

    Funding amount
    £600k
    Closed 26 Aug 2026

    STFC provides up to £600,000 in funding (80% grant) to help UK research organisations commercialise particle physics, astronomy, and nuclear technology innovations at readiness levels 5-7.

    🇬🇧United KingdomPublished 17 Jun 2026· 3 months agoviaUKRI
    Funding amount
    £600k
    Closed 26 Aug 2026
    Applications close passed on 26 Aug 2026.

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Funding
      est.£600,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Applications closed
      26 Aug 2026
      3 weeks ago
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Closed for applications on 26 Aug 2026. Published 3 months ago.

    17 Jun 2026Today26 Aug 2026

    Brief

    This invite-only funding opportunity supports UK research organisations in the particle physics, astronomy, and nuclear science sectors to accelerate technology development towards commercial application. Projects must be at technology readiness level 5-7 (pilot demonstration through operational prototype stage). Up to £600,000 is available per project, with STFC providing 80% funding. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate clear commercialisation potential and a pathway to market. This programme is delivered through UKRI Translation and is restricted to eligible UK research institutions.

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    ESRC Grow Awards for Researchers at Career Transition Points

    ESRC Grow Awards provide £100,000-£500,000 in funding to support UK researchers building new capabilities, changing disciplines, or establishing independence during key career transitions.

    Published 5 Nov 2026
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    ESRC Curiosity-Driven Research Grants for Social Scientists

    ESRC funds curiosity-driven social science research projects led by individuals or small teams, offering up to £2 million (80% funded) for ambitious proposals lasting up to five years.

    Published 5 Nov 2026
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    Experimental Medicine Studies on Gambling Disorder Mechanisms

    Funding for independent academic research using experimental medicine approaches to investigate the causal mechanisms of gambling disorder in human subjects.

    est.£10,000,000
    Published 8 Oct 2026
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    MRC Centre of Research Excellence Funding - Round 5 Outline Applications

    Apply for up to £26.25 million in MRC funding over 14 years to establish a centre of research excellence addressing complex health challenges.

    est.£50,000,000
    Published 1 Oct 2026
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    Original closed notice on the publisher's site

    Publisher
    UK Research and Innovation
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    ukri.org
    Record ID
    ukri-translation-stfc-proof-of-concept
    ST
    Funding body
    Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
    Co-funded by
    Innovate UK
    Sector
    Research & Innovation