Connecting Culture Fund
The Connecting Culture Fund from UK Research and Innovation supports projects that transform research culture and collaboration across BBSRC bioscience institutes.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: September 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: £5,000–£100,000 per project; total fund £309,000; project duration 3–12 months; 100% FEC covered by BBSRC
Summary: Supports BBSRC institutes in advancing research culture through cross-institutional collaboration, resource sharing, and knowledge exchange within the biosciences.
Key Information: Invitation-only; only BBSRC strategically funded institutes may lead or co-lead applications.
Description
The Connecting Culture Fund, managed by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) under UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), aims to enhance and transform research culture across BBSRC’s strategically supported institutes. The fund supports initiatives that foster cross-institutional activities and sharing of best practices, enabling institutes to further their ambitions around research culture. Projects may include knowledge exchange, resource sharing, joint events, training, and the development of new or strengthened collaborations with partner institutions. The overarching goal is to promote innovative, inclusive, and collaborative research environments within the biosciences.
