ESRC React Awards (pilot): outline
Funding call ends 8 October 2026
This funding opportunity is using a two-stage application process: an initial outline application, with shortlisted applications then invited to submit a full application.
This is a responsive funding opportunity. You should apply when your application is ready for submission and not wait for a closing date. Your outline application will be processed when it is submitted, and we aim to provide a decision on whether you will be invited to submit a full application within 10 working days.
You will have a wide scope and freedom to propose the research activities that will most robustly address the identified evidence need and meet the project objectives. Activities may include but are not limited to:
- Research
- Analysis
- Evidence synthesis
- Rapid evidence reviews
- Urgent data collection
- Urgent analysis of existing data resources
More details on the UKRI ESRC webpages.