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AI supported research using UKRI social science data (invite only)

Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Ongoing

Funding

Up to £875,000

Location

England

Applications

By invitation

Overview

This ESRC grant funds innovative AI research using UKRI social science data. You can apply for up to £875,000. It is invite only. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding. You must also have attended the AI supported research sandpit in Manchester on 23 to 24 June 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

academic

Key requirements:

  • Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding
  • Must have attended the AI supported research sandpit in Manchester on 23 to 24 June 2026
Who is this for?

This grant is for researchers based at UK research organisations that are eligible for UKRI funding. You must have attended the specific sandpit event in Manchester in June 2026. It is not open to businesses, charities, or anyone who did not attend that event.

Sectors

Professional & Scientific Services

Regions

England

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Full details from Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)

Apply for funding to deliver innovative AI supported research using UKRI social science data.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding and have participated in the AI supported research using UKRI social science data sandpit held in Manchester on 23 to 24 June 2026.

How to apply

This is an invite-only competition. You must have attended the AI supported research sandpit in Manchester on 23 to 24 June 2026 to be eligible. Check with ESRC directly for application steps and submission details.

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Last updated: 19 August 2026