Overview
NERC investigator-led funding for adventurous, curiosity-driven environmental research that can advance understanding across the council's remit.
Complete grant details
Applications may request up to £950,000 full economic cost, with NERC funding 80% FEC. UKRI says projects are generally expected to last three to four years.
Eligibility requirements
The project lead must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for NERC funding and meet NERC individual eligibility requirements. Research groups and individual researchers may apply.
Tips for this grant
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- Treat “fully funded” as a source fact only when the official provider explicitly confirms the covered costs.
Verification notes
Primary UKRI source checked during this run. UKRI states 22 September 2026 at 16:00 UK time for the current application link; converted from BST to 15:00 UTC.
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