National Security & Defence Dual Use ICURe Discover - January 2027
- Funding
- Contact funder
- Deadline
- 8 December 2026
- Location
- England
- Applications
- Deadline: 8 December 2026
Overview
This programme supports researchers and technicians working on dual-use technologies. Dual-use means technologies that can serve both civilian and defence or security purposes. You can receive up to £2,500 to carry out market discovery activities. Market discovery means exploring whether there is a real commercial or operational need for your technology. The programme is part-time, so you can take part alongside your existing work. The deadline to apply is 8 December 2026.
Requirements to check
Key requirements:
- Must be a researcher or technician working on dual-use technologies
- Programme is part-time alongside existing work
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
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Start freeWho is this for?
This programme is for researchers and technicians working on dual-use technologies in the national security and defence space. You should be looking to explore whether your technology has a real market or operational application. It is not for organisations with no connection to dual-use, defence, or security technologies.
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Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect
National Security & Defence Dual Use ICURe Discover is a part-time market discovery programme for researchers and technicians working on dual-use technologies, with up to £2,500 support for market discovery activities.
How to apply
Apply through Innovate UK Business Connect before 8 December 2026. Check the Innovate UK Business Connect website for the application portal and any required steps.
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