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EPSRC-Defra Reimagining Circularity NetworkPlus
Invitation-only full stage, following successful outline application
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The EPSRC-Defra Reimagining Circularity NetworkPlus funds two research networks, one on textiles and one on data and metrics, to build UK circular economy research collaboration. It is open to UK universities, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations, and NHS bodies, with businesses required to join as project partners rather than lead applicants. Applications must come from interdisciplinary consortia of at least two researchers spanning two or more areas of expertise, and full applications are by invitation only after a successful outline stage.
Details
| Funder | EPSRC |
| Consortium | Required - interdisciplinary team of 2+ researchers from 2+ areas of expertise, including mandatory industrial partners |
| Application | 2-stage: outline application → invited full application |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Defra-funded, EPSRC-delivered NetworkPlus funding two networks (textiles; data and metrics) to build UK circular economy research collaboration. Full applications by invitation only after outline stage; open to UK HEIs, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations, and NHS bodies; businesses must join as project partners, not applicants.
Who Should Apply
- •Interdisciplinary consortia of 2+ researchers from 2+ areas of expertise
- •Teams based at UK HEIs, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations, or NHS bodies
- •Projects focused on circular economy research in textiles, or in data and metrics
- •Consortia with industrial partners engaged as project partners rather than applicants
Key Dates
- •Full application by invitation only, following a successful outline application
- •Two-stage process: outline application then invited full application
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Focus the outline application on framing the interdisciplinary case clearly, since only successful outlines are invited to submit a full application.
- ✓Line up mandatory industrial partners early and define their role as project partners, not co-applicants, to meet the eligibility rule.
- ✓Decide whether your consortium targets the textiles network or the data and metrics network, and tailor the scope and partner mix accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EPSRC-Defra Reimagining Circularity NetworkPlus?
It is a Defra-funded, EPSRC-delivered NetworkPlus that funds two networks, one on textiles and one on data and metrics, to build UK circular economy research collaboration.
Who can apply for the Reimagining Circularity NetworkPlus?
UK higher education institutions, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations, and NHS bodies can apply; businesses must join as project partners rather than as applicants.
Is the application process one stage or two?
It is a two-stage process: an outline application first, followed by a full application submitted only by invitation to those successful at outline stage.
Do I need a consortium to apply?
Yes, applicants must form an interdisciplinary team of at least two researchers from at least two areas of expertise, and the consortium must include industrial partners.
Can businesses lead an application to this NetworkPlus?
No, businesses cannot apply directly and must instead join as project partners within an eligible institution's application.
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