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    GrantsSocial Science Research for Policy Evidence
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    Social Science Research for Policy Evidence

    Applications close
    48d
    8 Oct 2026 · in 7 weeks

    Urgent social science research funding (£50,000-£100,000) for six-month projects partnering with UK public sector organisations to generate rapid policy evidence.

    🇬🇧United KingdomPublished 7 Apr 2026· 4 months agoviaUKRI
    Applications close
    48d
    8 Oct 2026 · in 7 weeks

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Funding
      est.£1,500,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Applications close
      8 Oct 2026
      48 days left
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom

    Lifecycle

    Open

    48 days left to apply. Opened 4 months ago, closes 8 Oct 2026.

    7 Apr 2026Today8 Oct 2026

    Brief

    This pilot funding scheme supports high-quality social science research that produces rapid, evidence-based insights for UK policymakers and frontline public service practitioners. Researchers can apply for awards of £50,000-£100,000 (80% Full Economic Cost funded) for projects lasting up to six months. Applicants must demonstrate a confirmed partnership with at least one UK public sector organisation. This scheme is designed for researchers who can quickly translate their work into actionable evidence to support policy decisions and service delivery improvements.

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    Publisher
    UK Research and Innovation
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    ukri.org
    Record ID
    esrc-react-awards-pilot
    ES
    Funding body
    Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
    Sector
    Research & Innovation