# UKRI Translation Impact Acceleration – CHERI IKC

**Funder:** EPSRC
**Deadline:** 17 September 2026 (4:00pm UK time)
**Application:** Single stage submission; virtual interviews expected October 2026
**Frequency:** One-off
**Eligible countries:** GB
**Official call:** https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/ukri-translation-impact-acceleration-cheri-ikc/
**Last verified:** 8 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds an Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) to accelerate translation and commercialisation of CHERI (Capability Hardware Enhanced RISC Instructions) technology, advancing the UK's security-by-design landscape. Co-created with industry and end users; requires an exploitation strategy and IP management plan. Host institutions must be UK-based; project partners from UK or overseas are welcome.

## Summary

This one-off EPSRC call funds an Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) to accelerate commercialisation of CHERI (Capability Hardware Enhanced RISC Instructions) technology, a security-by-design architecture for computing systems. The call targets UK-based host institutions partnering with industry and end users to develop an exploitation strategy and IP management plan. This is a strategic investment to position the UK's leadership in hardware security innovation.

## Who should apply

- UK-based academic institutions (lead) with industry and end-user partnerships
- Research teams with established CHERI expertise and publication track record
- Consortia with credible commercialisation and IP management plans
- Projects demonstrating clear pathway to market and user adoption

## Key dates

- Deadline: 17 September 2026 at 4:00pm UK time
- Single-stage submission followed by virtual interviews expected October 2026
- This is a one-off call; no future rounds planned

## Tips for applicants

- Co-creation with industry and end users is core; lead with evidence of genuine partner engagement, not letters of support alone.
- The exploitation strategy and IP plan are decisive assessment points, detail commercialisation pathways and IP ownership explicitly.
- Virtual interview format suits depth on feasibility and market traction; prepare to defend timelines and partner roles in the team phase.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the CHERI technology that this EPSRC call funds?

CHERI (Capability Hardware Enhanced RISC Instructions) is a security-by-design computer architecture that the UK is advancing for commercialisation. This call funds an Innovation and Knowledge Centre to accelerate its translation to market.

### Who can be the lead institution for the CHERI IKC call?

The host institution must be UK-based; project partners from the UK or overseas are welcome.

### When is the deadline for the EPSRC CHERI IKC call?

The deadline is 17 September 2026 at 4:00pm UK time, with virtual interviews expected in October 2026.

### Is the CHERI IKC call a one-off or recurring?

This is a one-off call; no future rounds are planned.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/epsrc-ukri-translation-impact-acceleration-cheri-ikc-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.