EPSRC ACT Proof of Concept
Supports United Kingdom researchers by turning high-risk ideas into proof of concept through translational innovation pilots.
The EPSRC ACT Proof of Concept 2026 call is part of the UKRI Translation programme umbrella and funds early-to-mid-stage commercialisation of Advanced Connectivity Technologies (ACT) research. EPSRC committed £5.5 million in total for this call, with individual awards of £100,000 to £500,000 (EPSRC covering 80% of FEC; maximum project FEC is £500,000). Projects must last up to two years and must b…
Early-to-mid-stage commercialisation of Advanced Connectivity Technologies research addressing secure and resilient networks or sustainable networks, as defined by DSIT connectivity challenge priorities.
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