Doctoral focal award: environmental evidence synthesis
Funds doctoral training in advanced environmental evidence synthesis to equip researchers for impactful, interdisciplinary work that informs evidence-based environmental policy and practice.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: May 27, 2026 (Notification of Intent) | July 15, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to £4,072,000 per award (out of a total £8,144,000 fund); supports three annual intakes of 10 studentships per year for up to two awards; minimum duration six years.
Summary: Funds doctoral training programmes in advanced environmental evidence synthesis, equipping researchers to inform evidence-based policy and practice through interdisciplinary, impactful research.
Key Information: Notification of Intent is mandatory and due by May 27, 2026; full applications without prior NOI will be rejected.
Description
This opportunity supports the development and delivery of innovative doctoral training programmes focused on advanced environmental evidence synthesis. The aim is to prepare a new generation of researchers with robust methodological skills to critically appraise, synthesise, and communicate diverse environmental information, directly informing evidence-based policy and practice. The grant encourages interdisciplinary research, close collaboration with policy and practice stakeholders, and comprehensive training in evidence synthesis, data management, communication, and stakeholder engagement. Emphasis is placed on equality, diversity, and inclusion, strong management and governance, and the creation of a lasting legacy of training excellence.
