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UK International Ocean Drilling Programme moratorium awards

Funding for research associated with an IODP3 expedition or SPARC project.

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This funding supports research associated with an IODP3 drilling or coring expedition, or a scientific project using ocean drilling archives (SPARC).

It is open only to invited members of science teams for IODP3 drilling, coring or SPARC expeditions. Applications must be led by a project lead from an eligible UK institution.

Funded work can include research during the post-cruise moratorium peri…

The scientific challenges are defined by the strategic objectives of the SF2050, including habitability and life on Earth, the oceanic life cycle of tectonic plates, Earth’s climate system, feedbacks in the Earth system, tipping points in Earth history, global cycles of energy and matter, and natural hazards impacting society. The fund will not cover PhD studentship costs or requests for equipment of £25,000 and over.

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.24 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.—

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: ukri-post-168678Source: www.ukri.org