UKRI Translation: Proof of Concept

Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)Medical Research Council (MRC)Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Ongoing

Funding

Up to £9,000,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This grant provides up to £9 million for proof-of-concept projects. It helps turn research into new products, processes or services. You must be based at a UK research organisation that can receive UKRI funding. The funding supports early to mid-stage commercialisation of research from any discipline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. The money helps bridge the gap between research and commercial development. You can apply for projects in arts, humanities, sciences, engineering or social research.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

academic

Key requirements:

  • Must be based at UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding
Who is this for?

This grant is for researchers at UK universities and research institutions that are eligible for UKRI funding. You need a research project that could be turned into a commercial product, process or service. It is not for businesses or individuals outside of academic research organisations.

Regions

No published award history for Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)Medical Research Council (MRC)Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). Some funders do not publish their grants data.

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Last updated: 20 April 2026