ESRC responsive mode grants (£350k - £1m) (internal University of Oxford applicants only)
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This is one of the most "classic" and flexible grant opportunities. There are no constraints in terms of topic, and you can be at any stage of your academic career. Your research can be basic, applied or strategic. Ambitious and novel proposals addressing new concepts and techniques are encouraged, as are those with the potential for significant societal and economic impact.
You can apply for any subject areas. N.B: ESRC have recently announced that applications in "AI for Social Sciences" (e.g. digital trace or smart data, modelling complex economic and social systems, or AI-driven evidence synthesis) are particularly welcomed at present. However if you don't work in AI, don't be put off applying as this is still a very suitable scheme.
A wide range of costs can be funded, including surveys and other infrastructure. Awards can be held for up to five years.
Funder deadline: Rolling deadline
If you are interested in applying for this, please email the Research Facilitation team for comprehensive advice and support.
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