AHRC Catalyst Awards: Applicant-led Mode

Supports researchers developing independence through ambitious arts and humanities research. Awards build research leadership, collaboration and convening experience, with mentoring and development integral to the project. Solo researchers, teams and networks are eligible. Projects may last up to five years and start at least nine months after submission. Applications are accepted without a closing date.

Project leads at eligible UK organisations must not have led a significant research or fellowship grant. Specified exceptions include doctoral training, early-career and Daphne Jackson fellowships, networking, Curiosity and certain practice-led or impact awards. Equivalent awards from other funders are assessed similarly. Co-leads and mentors are exempt from this funding-history restriction. PhD studentships are not supported.