Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)

EPSRC creates knowledge in engineering and physical sciences for UK capability to benefit society and the economy.

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• About EPSRC
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• Strategy, remit and programmes
• People, skills and fellowships
• Innovation and collaboration
• Investments, impacts and engagement
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Highlights

YouTube: We are the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council

Driving regional growth: the impact of EPSRC research investment in the UK

News

10 March 2025

Future communications research hubs for a connected UK

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6 March 2025

Independent analysis provides insights into EPSRC’s portfolio

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27 February 2025

AI supporting our winter wellness

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Blog

3 January 2025

The vital role of discovery research

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30 September 2024

Transforming biology with generative AI

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Funding opportunities

Proof of concept

Apply for proof of concept funding to support the commercialisation of research and the development of new products, processes or services.

Applications from across all disciplines and research councils’ remits are welcomed.

• Opportunity status: Open
• Funders: UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Medical Research Council (MRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
• Funding type: Grant
• Total fund: £9,000,000
• Award range: £100,000 - £250,000
• Publication date: 12 March 2025
• Opening date: 12 March 2025 9:00am UK time
• Closing date: 29 May 2025 4:00pm UK time

Statements of Need in Research Infrastructure

EPSRC wishes to understand the scale, nature, and scientific value of potential large-scale infrastructure investments to maintain the UK as a leading scientific nation. Representatives of relevant scientific communities are invited to submit statements of need according to the assessment criteria.

• Opportunity status: Upcoming
• Funders: Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
• Funding type: Other
• Publication date: 6 March 2025
• Opening date: 17 March 2025 9:00am UK time
• Closing date: Open - no closing date

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Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Polaris House,
North Star Avenue,
Swindon,
SN2 1ET

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• Institutes, facilities and resources

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