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Next Wave: Breakthrough Wave 1

Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

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Funding

£70,000 – £350,000

Location

England

Applications

Open until 11 August 2026

Overview

Innovate UK is offering up to £10 million for industrial research projects in England. Your project must explore Createch innovation, which means creative technology that aligns with the UK industrial strategy. You can apply for between £70,000 and £350,000. The deadline to apply is 11 August 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

Must be a UK registered business
Project must focus on Createch innovation aligned with UK industrial strategy
Project must be industrial research

Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered businesses based in England working on creative technology research projects. Your project must align with the UK industrial strategy. It is not open to businesses outside England.

Sectors

Professional & Scientific Services

Regions

England

No published award history for Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £10 million for industrial research projects to explore industrial strategy aligned Createch innovation. This funding is from Innovate UK.

How to apply

You apply through Innovate UK. Check the Innovate UK Funding Service for the application portal and any required steps before submitting.

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