Institutional or public-engagement funding
STFC Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026B
UK Research and Innovation
- United Kingdom
- Institution applies
About
Develop public engagement with STFC-supported science, including activities for new audiences and stronger links between researchers and communities. Projects run for 12–36 months and must begin between 1 June and 1 September 2027. Every application must include an expert in the relevant STFC science area. Applications close at 16:00 UK time.
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Eligibility
Covers: £5,000–£20,000; STFC funds 100% of full economic costs for projects lasting 12–36 months.
Lead organisation must be UK-based and eligible for the relevant council or scheme; overseas collaborators follow the call’s partner/co-lead rules.
Applicants must act for a UK organisation producing annual financial accounts prepared or submitted by a qualified accountant, or partner with an organisation able to receive the award. Researchers, science communicators, museums, libraries and community groups may qualify. A subject-matter expert in an STFC-funded remit area is mandatory.
Source: ukri.org