ESRC
Future Data Services Sandpit: Transforming Discovery and Access
Expression of interest closes 16 July at 4:00pm UK time. Late submissions not considered.
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Details
| Funder | ESRC |
| Deadline | 16 July 2026 |
| Application | 2-stage: expression of interest (individual) → sandpit (collaborative project development). Shortlisted candidates invited to sandpit by August 2026. |
| Frequency | One-off |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Sandpit to co-develop projects enhancing existing ESRC social science data service infrastructures for federated discovery and access. Applicants must submit an individual expression of interest; in-person attendance at sandpit is mandatory. Institutions must fund 20% of full economic costs. International travel costs not covered. UK-based applicants at UKRI/ESRC-eligible organisations only.
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