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AHRC responsive mode: catalyst awards

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) · Competitive · Research & Development

At a glance

AHRC responsive mode: catalyst awards is a national competitive grant from UK Research and Innovation for the research & development sector. Funding is up to £300K. Eligible applicants: See the official UKRI opportunity page; eligibility varies by council and call - most require UK-based researchers or organisations. The application deadline is September 22, 2026. Apply via the official listing at www.ukri.org.

Amount
Up to £300K
Deadline
22 Sep 2026
Type
Competitive
Status
Closing soon

About this program

Funding opportunity Funding opportunity: AHRC responsive mode: catalyst awards Opportunity status: Open Funders: Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Funding type: Grant Award range: £100,000 - £300,000 Publication date: 31 January 2025 Opening date: 31 January 2025 9:00am UK time Closing date: 22 September 2026 4:00pm UK time Last updated: 21 August 2026 - see all updates Start application Awards to support researchers without prior experience of leading a significant research project to accelerate their trajectory as independent researchers, to unlock their potential, build leadership and convenor experience. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for AHRC funding. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £300,000. Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) will fund 80% of the FEC. Funding for projects can be up to five years in duration. The...

Who can apply

See the official UKRI opportunity page; eligibility varies by council and call - most require UK-based researchers or organisations.

How to apply

Apply through the UKRI Funding Service as directed on the official opportunity page linked below.

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