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Mathematical sciences small grants

Funding for original Mathematical Sciences research projects.

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Small grants support Mathematical Sciences research which does not require funding at the level generally seen within standard research grants.

Projects must be primarily focused on original research projects. They may explore research in new areas, generate proof-of-principle results, conduct short follow-on projects, generate evidence of collaborations, realise user impacts, or support career d…

Projects must be primarily focused on original research projects, with the majority of the research within the remit of the Mathematical Sciences theme. Applications focused purely on networking, community building or impacts are not appropriate. Applications better suited to network, overseas travel grant, or Impact Acceleration Accounts opportunities will be rejected.

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.1–12 months
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.—
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£2M

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: ukri-post-126643Source: www.ukri.org