Research Project Grants
The Leverhulme Trust Research Project Grants fund ambitious, interdisciplinary research at UK institutions, focusing on original, high-risk projects that advance fundamental scientific knowledge.
Funder: Leverhulme Trust
Due Dates: December 1, 2025 (Detailed Application round) | February 27, 2026 (Outline Application deadline) | July 1, 2026 (Detailed Application encouraged submission) | September 1, 2026 (Detailed Application final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to £500,000 over a maximum of 5 years; at least 75% of funds must support research staff directly involved in the project.
Summary: Supports original, innovative research projects at UK universities and eligible research institutes, emphasizing interdisciplinary and high-risk research.
Key Information: Two-stage process: outline and invited detailed application; strict eligibility and remit rules.
Description
This opportunity from the Leverhulme Trust provides substantial support for innovative and original research projects led by researchers at UK universities, higher education institutions, and (on a trial basis) eligible UK independent research institutes/organisations. The scheme funds research staff costs and associated research expenses, with a focus on projects that cross traditional academic boundaries and reflect the personal vision and competence of the applicant. The Trust encourages ambitious, high-risk research and expects applicants to justify why Leverhulme is the most appropriate funder. Projects must avoid immediate commercial, clinical, or policy-driven aims and demonstrate strong research design.
