EPSRC funds up to 80% of full economic costs for early-career academics starting their first independent research group, with no grant ceiling and rolling applications accepted year-round.
Closed for applications on 4 Aug 2026. Published 2 years ago.
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.
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.
Funding for independent academic research using experimental medicine approaches to investigate the causal mechanisms of gambling disorder in human subjects.
Apply for up to £26.25 million in MRC funding over 14 years to establish a centre of research excellence addressing complex health challenges.
