Pre-announcement: Gambling harms research grants
UK Research and Innovation's Gambling harms research grants fund interdisciplinary projects advancing prevention and treatment science for gambling-related harms.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: July 17, 2026 (Expression of Interest) | December 8, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to £2,000,000 per project (3 years); UKRI funds 80% of FEC; up to 30% of costs may go to non-standard/overseas partners (100% FEC for those costs).
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary research advancing understanding or solutions for prevention and treatment of gambling-related harms.
Key Information: EOI registration is strongly encouraged but not mandatory; UKRI Funding Service required (not Je-S).
Description
This funding opportunity seeks to support high-quality, innovative research projects that deepen understanding or develop effective solutions for the prevention and treatment of gambling-related harms. The scheme is open to interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research teams across all UKRI research councils, aiming to foster collaboration, build research capacity, and inform public policy and societal wellbeing related to gambling harms. Projects should demonstrate robust ethical standards, meaningful stakeholder engagement (including people with lived experience), and a clear strategy for impact.
