Pre-announcement: NMIP sandpit: Digital materials for accelerated innovation
Funding
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Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
This is a pre-announcement for a sandpit event run by EPSRC. A sandpit is a structured workshop where researchers collaborate to develop new project ideas. The event will last three to five days. It focuses on using digital approaches to speed up materials research. Attending the sandpit does not guarantee funding from UKRI.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Attendance at the sandpit does not guarantee UKRI funding
This is for researchers working on materials science and digital research methods. It is aimed at those based in England who want to develop collaborative project ideas. It is not suitable for businesses or charities looking for direct funding.
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Full details from Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Apply to attend a three to five-day sandpit to develop high-impact projects that address the challenges and opportunities of integrating digital approaches to accelerate the translation of materials research.Attendance at the sandpit does not guarantee UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funding.
This is a pre-announcement only. Full application details have not yet been released. Check the EPSRC website for updates when the full call opens.
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