Public engagement

Recognises sustained public engagement with natural sciences, engineering, mathematics and technology outside formal education. One individual and one group may receive CAD 10,000 and CAD 25,000 respectively to support further science promotion in Canada. The nominal 15 November 2026 deadline falls on Sunday; the published next-working-day rule makes the effective deadline 16 November 2026 before 20:00 Eastern Time.

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.

…conservation can support education and public engagement from the beginning of a project. Topics include photogrammetry, replica production, three-dimensional printing, teaching collections and travelling exhibits. Remote participants can access presentations, digital posters and live questions; some workshops also offer remote access, while all are available in person. Abstracts and workshop proposals are due by 23:59 US Ce

Funding for public engagement with brain science during Brain Awareness Week, 15–21 March 2027. Projects can connect neuroscience with arts, ethics, law or other disciplines and encourage dialogue between researchers and their communities. Innovative interdisciplinary approaches and first-time organisers from regions with few previous activities are encouraged. Funding decisions are expected in December 2026.

Support public engagement with brain research through community outreach, schools, advocacy or policy and media activities. Interdisciplinary projects may address ethical, legal and social questions. Apply through the IBRO portal by 15 October 2026, 23:59 CEST. Proposals need an event plan, host information, organisers’ CVs, budget, visibility plans and inclusion measures. Activities can occur outside Brain Awareness Week but must support its campaign.