Eligibility criteria
- The scheme is open to applicants of all nationalities.
- Applicants must be based in either a UK University or not-for-profit research organisation for at least the duration of the project.
- Applicants must be exceptional researchers with excellent track records as established independent researchers (this can include engineering researchers, humanities and social sciences scholars and scientists).
- Applicants will be expected to collaborate with a research partner (co-applicant) from a different discipline to their own, based at the same institution or a different university in the UK.
- All applications must be supported by the applicant’s Head of Department, who will be asked to provide assurance that the researcher will be permitted to use the institution’s facilities during the period of the award and can be released/partially released from teaching duties (if required).
- Applications must be within the remit of more than one of the Academies. For example, applications that span the remit of The British Academy and The Royal Academy of Engineering are encouraged but applications which are within the remit of just one Academy will not be permitted.
- Applicants may only submit one application per round. Previous award holders may apply but any reapplication should be a new project and not a follow on from the previous award. Any new projects should meet the aims of the scheme outlined above.
The Academies recognise that diversity is essential for delivering excellence across engineering, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, the social sciences and humanities.
The Academies want to encourage applications from the widest range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to maximise innovation and creativity in STEM, social sciences and humanities for the benefit of humanity.
Read the scheme notes for further information on eligibility. Please ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.
Please also refer to the FAQ for further guidance.