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Japan-UK Joint call for collaborations in Advanced Connectivity Technologies (Grant)

UK Research & Innovation, Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council, NICT
Closing in 89 days

Funding

Up to £1,121,600

Location

England

Applications

Open until 6 October 2026

Overview

This grant funds research partnerships between UK and Japanese teams in Advanced Connectivity Technologies. UK applicants must be based at a research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding. Japanese partners must be eligible for NICT funding. The maximum award is £1,121,600. The deadline to apply is 6 October 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

academic

Key requirements:

  • UK applicant must be based at a EPSRC-eligible research organisation
  • Japanese partner must be eligible for NICT funding
  • Research must focus on Advanced Connectivity Technologies
Who is this for?

This grant is for researchers based at UK organisations that are eligible for EPSRC funding. You must be working on Advanced Connectivity Technologies and have a Japanese research partner. It is not for businesses, charities, or individuals outside of eligible research organisations.

Sectors

Information & Communication

Regions

England
Full details from UK Research & Innovation, Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council, NICT

Apply for funding to form world-leading partnerships with collaborators in Japan for your research into Advanced Connectivity Technologies. UK applicants must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding. Japanese applicants must be eligible for NICT funding.

How to apply

UK applicants must apply through the standard EPSRC application process. You will need a confirmed Japanese partner who is eligible for NICT funding. Check the UKRI website for full application guidance and submission details.

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Last updated: 10 July 2026