AHRC
Lead Agency Opportunity with NSF-SBE
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The AHRC, NSF Lead Agency Opportunity funds collaborative arts and humanities research between UK and US teams, with grants of £300,000 to £1.5 million FEC (AHRC covers 80% FEC) over four years. It requires a UK project lead working with at least one project co-lead, including a mandatory US-based co-lead eligible under NSF-SBE criteria. The call runs continuously with no fixed deadline, but every application must start with a mandatory Expression of Interest before a full proposal is invited.
Details
| Funder | AHRC |
| Budget | £300,000–£1.5 million FEC (AHRC funds 80% FEC) |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Consortium | Required — project lead and at least one project co-lead, including a US-based project co-lead eligible under NSF-SBE criteria |
| Application | 2-stage: mandatory Expression of Interest (EOI) to lead agency → invited full application via UKRI Funding Service or NSF Fastlane/Grants.gov/Research.gov |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | GBUS |
Eligibility & scope
Collaborative arts and humanities research grants jointly funded by AHRC and US NSF-SBE, requiring a UK project lead and at least one project co-lead, including a mandatory US-based project co-lead (international) under NSF-SBE eligibility criteria. Mandatory EOI required before full application; project studentships not supported.
Who Should Apply
- •UK-based researchers acting as project lead
- •Teams with a confirmed US-based co-lead eligible under NSF-SBE criteria
- •Arts and humanities research projects suited to a 4-year collaborative programme
- •Applicants able to commit to a two-stage process starting with a mandatory EOI
- •Not suitable for projects seeking studentship funding
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline, applications accepted continuously
- •Two stages: mandatory Expression of Interest to lead agency, then invited full application via UKRI Funding Service or NSF Fastlane/Grants.gov/Research.gov
- •Four-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Secure and confirm your US-based co-lead's NSF-SBE eligibility before submitting the EOI, the collaboration structure is gating, not optional.
- ✓Because the deadline is rolling, submit the EOI as soon as the project scope and partnership are firm rather than waiting for a cycle.
- ✓Route the full application through the correct system for your institution (UKRI Funding Service for UK leads, NSF Fastlane/Grants.gov/Research.gov for US co-leads) to avoid administrative delay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the AHRC-NSF Lead Agency Opportunity fund?
Grants range from £300,000 to £1.5 million FEC, with AHRC funding 80% of full economic costs, over a four-year project.
Is there a deadline for the AHRC-NSF Lead Agency Opportunity?
No, the call has a rolling deadline and runs continuously, but applicants must first submit a mandatory Expression of Interest before being invited to submit a full application.
Who needs to be on the project team?
A UK-based project lead and at least one project co-lead are required, including a mandatory US-based co-lead who meets NSF-SBE eligibility criteria.
Can this grant fund PhD studentships?
No, project studentships are explicitly not supported under this call.
Which countries are eligible for this grant?
The call is open to applicants based in the UK and the US.
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