STFC (UKRI)
Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026a
Up to £20,000| Deadline: 25 August 2026 (83 days)|12–36 months
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Details
| Funder | STFC (UKRI) |
| Budget | Up to £20,000 |
| Deadline | 25 August 2026 |
| Duration | 12–36 months |
| Application | Single stage |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
UK-based host institutions only. Funds public engagement projects with strong links to STFC science remit (astronomy, particle physics, quantum technologies, etc.). Every application must include a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in an STFC-funded remit area. 100% FEC funded. Projects must not start before 1 February 2027. Targets under-served communities ('Wonder' audience) are prioritised.
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