UK Research and Innovation, Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) , Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) , Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) , Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) , Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) , Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) , Medical Research Council · United Kingdom
Data for metascience sandpit 2027
Open
Applications close on 24 Nov 2026.
Deadline
24 Nov 2026 (in 9 days)
Grant amount
Up to £2 million per applicant
Funding rate
80% of eligible costs (as stated)
Likely applicant types
Universities & research, Non-profits From source categories or programme rules; the call decides.
Funder
UK Research and Innovation, Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) , Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) , Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) , Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) , Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) , Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) , Medical Research Council (MRC)
Apply to attend a five-day interactive sandpit to develop novel projects that can address multi-faceted metascience questions related to research and development policy and funding.
Who can apply
You will complete an expression of interest form to apply for the sandpit. We expect to fund up to £2 million at 80% full economic cost (FEC).
Applicant categories are a starting point. The official call decides eligibility.
Timing
Closing date: 24 November 2026 4:00pm UK time
How to apply
Apply through the funder’s official page (link below); it states the procedure, documents and deadline.
From the call text
Who can apply
Not stated in the call text we hold — check the official page
Company stage
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Single applicant or consortium
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Where applicants must be based
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Where to apply
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Facts on this page come from the official source and were last checked 15 Nov 2026. The funder's own documents, including later amendments, always take precedence.
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