Expression of interest: Small-satellite missions sandpit supports interdisciplinary teams to develop Earth observation mission concepts for UK sovereign capability, security, societal benefit and economic growth.
Data for metascience sandpit 2027 supports researchers across disciplines to use UKRI administrative data for collaborative studies that inform research and development funding policy and practice.
Materials Innovation Programme Digital Materials Sandpit supports researchers and innovators developing collaborative digital materials projects to accelerate research translation and industrial adoption.
UKRI's Future data services sandpit funds collaborative projects to innovate discovery, access, and staff skills in social science data using advanced technology within ESRC infrastructures.
Exploring the frontiers of environmental research 2026 supports researchers testing original, early-stage environmental science ideas with the potential to transform knowledge, capability or application.
Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026B support researchers and public engagement teams to involve UK audiences in STFC-funded science, reaching new audiences and giving under-served communities an equal voice.