Large Grant full applications: November 2026 (invite only)
UK Research and Innovation's Large Grant supports ambitious, multidisciplinary environmental science projects using innovative, collaborative, and technology-driven research approaches.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: November 5, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: £1,120,000–£3,450,000 per award (up to 5 years); NERC funds 80% of FEC; total fund £25M
Summary: Supports ambitious, multidisciplinary environmental science projects addressing major research questions with innovative, collaborative, and technology-driven approaches.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only following a successful outline stage.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), under UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), is designed to support large-scale, complex research projects that tackle significant environmental science questions. The scheme targets world-leading, innovative research—particularly proposals integrating multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary approaches and leveraging critical technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. Projects must demonstrate a robust structure, collaborative teams, and clear plans for responsible research, data management, and use of facilities. The aim is to deliver impactful research that advances environmental knowledge and benefits society, the environment, and the economy.
