Opportunities in United Kingdom

UKRI and EPSRC are funding speculative, high-risk fundamental research that could deliver a step change in the explainability of future AI systems. The total fund is £12.05 million and project full economic cost can be up to £602,500.

Complete opportunity details

This is the first opportunity under the UKRI IS8 AI Programme. UKRI funds 80% of full economic cost, up to £482,000 on a project with maximum FEC of £602,500. Projects must start on 1 February 2027 and can run for up to 24 months.

Eligibility requirements

The project lead must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding. Early- and mid-career researchers are encouraged. International participation is allowed only through the arrangements and project-partner roles described in the official UKRI rules.

Benefits, funding & application

Benefits

80% of full economic cost funded
Maximum project FEC £602,500
Projects up to 24 months

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