Fundamental AI Research Lab

This grant offers up to £40 million over six years to create a new AI research lab. The money is paid in stages to support research and training. You must lead the formation of a strategic research lab focused on fundamental AI development. The goal is to advance the UK's position in artificial intelligence. You need to be based at a UK research organisation that can receive EPSRC funding. This is for academic institutions, not businesses. The funding covers both research activities and training programmes. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.

This grant is for senior academics at UK universities and research institutions. You need to be eligible for EPSRC funding and capable of leading a major research lab. This is not for businesses, startups, or individual researchers without institutional backing.

Apply to lead the formation of a strategic research lab dedicated to advancing the UK’s position in fundamental artificial intelligence (AI) development. Up to £40 million delivered in stages is available over six years to support research and training.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding.