EPSRC-Defra Reimagining Circularity: full stage
Funding
Up to £8,656,000
Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
This grant funds three years of NetworkPlus activity focused on the circular economy. You can apply for up to £8,656,000. The funding supports work in two specific areas: data and metrics, or textiles. Your project must build new capacity, strengthen research communities, and improve links between research and innovation. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for EPSRC funding. The grant is based in England.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding
- Project must focus on circular economy in data and metrics or textiles
- Funding covers a three-year NetworkPlus programme
This grant is for researchers based at UK research organisations that are eligible for EPSRC funding. Your work must focus on the circular economy, specifically in data and metrics or textiles. It is not for businesses, charities, or individuals outside of eligible research institutions.
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Full details from Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Apply for three years of NetworkPlus funding to build new capacity, strengthen community and enhance research to innovation capabilities focused on the circular economy in data and metrics, or textiles. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding.
This is a full-stage application, meaning you apply directly without a prior expression of interest. You must apply through EPSRC's funding portal. Check EPSRC's website for submission requirements and any supporting documents needed.
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