# Future Computing Paradigms Network Plus **Funder:** EPSRC **Budget:** Up to £2.24M (80% of £2.8M FEC) **Deadline:** 11 September 2026 (Expression of Interest deadline (EoI open 3 Aug–11 Sep 2026); full application deadline TBC) **Duration:** 5 years **Consortium:** Optional — international researchers may join as project co-lead (international) under UKRI-RCN Money Follows Cooperation; other international collaborators included as project partners **Application:** 2-stage: Expression of Interest (by 11 Sep 2026) → full application **Frequency:** One-off **Eligible countries:** GB **Official call:** https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/future-computing-paradigms-network-plus/ **Last verified:** 29 July 2026 ## Eligibility & scope Network Plus to develop a UK whole-systems vision and strategic roadmap for future computing paradigms (5–20 year horizon), covering novel architectures, hardware, software, and applications. Applicants must be UK-based at EPSRC-eligible organisations. Successful applicants must engage with National Security & Defence stakeholders and may be subject to security checks. International researchers may only participate as project co-leads under the UKRI-RCN agreement. ## Summary The Future Computing Paradigms Network Plus invites UK-based researchers to lead a five-year strategic initiative developing a whole-systems vision and roadmap for novel computing architectures, hardware, software, and applications over the next 5-20 years. EPSRC is providing up to £2.24M (80% FEC) to establish a coordinated network that will inform the UK's computing research landscape. International researchers may join as project co-leads under UKRI-RCN Money Follows Cooperation; successful applicants must engage with National Security & Defence stakeholders and may undergo security vetting. ## Who should apply - UK-based researchers at EPSRC-eligible organisations (universities, research institutes, collaborating organisations) - Research groups with expertise in computing architectures, hardware, software, or cross-disciplinary computing applications - Applicants able to coordinate a multi-institutional network and engage strategically with National Security & Defence stakeholders - Consortia willing to develop a five-year roadmap spanning fundamental and applied computing research ## Key dates - Expression of Interest deadline: 11 September 2026 - Full application deadline: TBC (to be announced after EoI stage) - Five-year project duration ## Tips for applicants - The EoI stage is competitive and brief; use it to signal your network's scope and strategic vision clearly. EPSRC will be assessing alignment with national computing priorities, not just research excellence. - Plan security vetting early if your consortium includes sensitive research areas; delays at this stage can slow full-application submission. Engage National Security & Defence stakeholders as named partners from the outset. - International co-leads strengthen the application under UKRI-RCN but add administrative overhead, clarify co-lead roles and funding flows before submitting the EoI. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the budget for the Future Computing Paradigms Network Plus? Up to £2.24M (representing 80% of the £2.8M Full Economic Cost) over the five-year project duration. ### Who is eligible to apply for the Future Computing Paradigms Network Plus? UK-based researchers at EPSRC-eligible organisations. International researchers may participate only as project co-leads under the UKRI-RCN Money Follows Cooperation agreement. ### What does the Future Computing Paradigms Network Plus fund? Strategic development of a whole-systems vision and roadmap for future computing paradigms (5-20 year horizon), covering novel architectures, hardware, software, and applications. ### How many stages does the application have? Two stages: Expression of Interest (deadline 11 September 2026) followed by full application (deadline to be announced). ### Can international researchers lead this project? No, the lead applicant must be UK-based at an EPSRC-eligible organisation, but international researchers may join as project co-leads under UKRI-RCN Money Follows Cooperation. --- Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/epsrc-future-computing-paradigms-network-plus-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying. **See which EU calls match your profile.** [Preview your matches in 30 seconds, no signup](https://grantsby.eu/demo?ref=llm_grant_md).