Future computing paradigms Network Plus
Future computing paradigms Network Plus funds a UK-wide multidisciplinary network to shape research, foster collaboration, and set strategic priorities for next-generation computing, led by UK Research and Innovation.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: September 11, 2026 (Mandatory EoI) | October 13, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to £2.8 million total (EPSRC funds 80% FEC, max £2.24 million) | Project duration: up to 60 months
Summary: Supports a multidisciplinary network to drive UK collaboration, strategy, and innovation in future computing paradigms, shaping national research priorities.
Key Information: Mandatory Expression of Interest due before full application; only UKRI-eligible organisations may lead.
Description
This opportunity funds the creation of a multidisciplinary Network Plus focused on future computing paradigms, aiming to position the UK as a leader in next-generation computing research and strategy. The initiative, supported by UKRI via the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), is structured in two phases: an initial 18-month evidence-gathering phase (landscaping, benchmarking, horizon scanning, and roadmap development), followed by a 42-month network phase to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and community building. The network will address fragmented activity, promote inclusivity, and provide strategic advice to stakeholders, ensuring the UK’s research ecosystem is robust, diverse, and internationally competitive.
