Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
UKRI Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts 2027 – AHRC
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The UKRI Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts 2027 provides £155,000 per year over three years to UK research organisations in the AHRC remit (humanities, social sciences, and related applied research) to fund early-stage impact activities, knowledge exchange, and translational support. One application per eligible UK institution; no matched funding required. This is an institutional-level award designed to accelerate the path from research discovery to real-world application.
Details
| Funder | Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) |
| Budget | £155,000 per year |
| Deadline | 15 September 2026 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Open competition for UK research organisations with a research base in AHRC remit areas. Institutional-level award; one application per eligible organisation. Funds early-stage impact activities, knowledge exchange, and translational support. No matched funding required. Proposals must be submitted in English via UKRI Funding Service.
Who Should Apply
- •UK research organisations with active research in AHRC-remit fields (humanities, social sciences, applied social research)
- •Institutions seeking to build capacity in research translation and knowledge exchange
- •Organisations ready to run impact-focused activities with minimal upfront matched funding
- •Research teams with emerging translational projects needing seed support to bridge to external partners
Key Dates
- •Deadline 15 September 2026, 4:00pm UK time
- •Single-stage application and review
- •Three-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame activities as early-stage translation, AHRC prioritises pathways from discovery to use, not mature commercialisation.
- ✓Emphasise knowledge exchange partnerships with external stakeholders (policy bodies, industry, community); these strengthen the case for impact acceleration funding.
- ✓One application per institution: liaise internally to ensure your proposal reflects institutional priorities and doesn't duplicate effort elsewhere in your organisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I receive from the UKRI Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts?
£155,000 per year over three years per eligible organisation. The funding is institutional-level; one application only per organisation.
Who can apply for the Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts?
UK research organisations with a research base in AHRC remit areas, which cover humanities, social sciences, and applied social research.
Is matched funding required for the Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts?
No, matched funding is not required to apply.
What does the Translation Impact Acceleration Accounts fund?
Early-stage impact activities, knowledge exchange, and translational support, designed to bridge research from discovery toward real-world application.
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