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    GrantsUK Research and Innovation: AI Adoption in Science and Engineering Research
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    UK Research and Innovation: AI Adoption in Science and Engineering Research

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    75d
    1 Dec 2026 · in 11 weeks

    UKRI is funding exploratory projects that combine AI expertise with domain knowledge to advance research in engineering biology, materials science, quantum technologies, medicine, and fusion energy, offering up to £250,000 per project.

    🇬🇧United KingdomPublished 29 Sept 2026· -11 days agoviaUKRI
    Applications close
    75d
    1 Dec 2026 · in 11 weeks

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    4 fields
    • Funding
      est.£5,000,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Applications close
      1 Dec 2026
      75 days left
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom

    Lifecycle

    Open

    75 days left to apply. Opened -11 days ago, closes 1 Dec 2026.

    29 Sept 20261 Dec 2026

    Brief

    This funding opportunity supports exploratory research projects that integrate artificial intelligence with domain expertise to advance innovation across priority research areas. The initiative focuses on demonstrating practical AI applications within key sectors including engineering biology, advanced materials, quantum technologies, medical research, and fusion energy. Projects should address significant research challenges by embedding AI tools and methods into existing research practices and workflows. Eligible applicants can receive funding up to £250,000, covering 80% of full economic costs. This program is designed for research teams that combine strong AI capabilities with deep subject-matter knowledge to deliver transformative research outcomes.

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    Publisher
    UK Research and Innovation
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    ukri.org
    Record ID
    ukri-enabling-ai-adoption-across-science-and-engineering
    Sector
    Research & Innovation