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ESRC Responsive Mode: Secondary Data Analysis

Offers grants for social scientists to reuse domestic and international datasets in focused, time-bounded analysis projects.

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This rolling programme funds social and economic research that exploits existing data resources — qualitative or quantitative datasets held by UK or international providers. Awards are capped at £300,000 FEC (ESRC funds 80%); project duration is up to 24 months. Social sciences must represent more than 50% of the research focus.

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

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