National Materials Innovation Programme: Feasibility studies Round 2
UKRI's National Materials Innovation Programme funds short feasibility studies to accelerate advanced materials breakthroughs in healthcare, sustainability, electronics, and metamaterials for industrial adoption.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: £50,000–£100,000 per project; up to £2 million total funding; project duration 6–9 months
Summary: Supports UK businesses in feasibility studies to accelerate advanced materials innovations in priority growth and strategic themes.
Key Information: This is a forecasted round; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
This funding opportunity supports feasibility studies aimed at accelerating the translation of advanced materials innovations in the UK. Projects must address one of three prioritised high growth themes or one strategic opportunity theme, with a focus on industrial adoption, commercial opportunity, and alignment with the UK's Modern Industrial Strategy. The programme is intended to foster breakthroughs in materials science and technology that can drive significant advancements across multiple sectors.
