STFC large and/or complex projects

We will fund new, large and/or complex projects in the fields we support, such as:

• participation in new experiments or missions
• development of new instruments
• upgrades to existing detectors
• ongoing operation of existing facilities.

If you are interested in applying, you need to first discuss your ideas with one of our programme managers.

• particle physics
• nuclear physics
• astronomy
• particle astrophysics
• accelerator physics
• computing for physics.

The UK Space Agency funds any projects that fall within its remit. This may include:

• the development of space technology (above TRL 4)
• space exploration, within the UKSA’s Aurora Programme
• post-launch support for Space Missions during their operational phase.

Visit the UK Space Agency website for full details of their remit.

When you speak to the programme manager, they will advise you on specific eligibility requirements, and whether to submit a statement of interest to the council’s Science Board.