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EPSRC working with overseas scientists: responsive mode

Collaborative research with overseas scientists through EPSRC lead agency agreements.

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Working with overseas scientists grants continue to be for researchers at eligible research organisations.

You can work with researchers in Ireland, Luxembourg, Brazil, Germany and the US through EPSRC’s lead agency agreements. The majority of the UK research must fall within EPSRC remit.

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The majority of your research must fall within EPSRC remit. You can work across our remit with researchers in Luxembourg, Ireland, Brazil, the US (invitation only) and Germany.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.20%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: ukri-post-122253Source: www.ukri.org