STFC: Late-stage commercialisation scheme

15/06/2023

01/06/2024

The main aim of the late-stage commercialisation scheme is to support technology development addressing current challenges facing the PPAN community and the UK. This includes technologies or ideas originating from the core STFC funded areas of particle physics, particle astrophysics, astronomy, nuclear physics, accelerator physics, solar and planetary science, quantum science and computing that underpins these areas. A secondary aim of the scheme, during the lifetime of the award is to further develop products and technology (move them through the TRL) working with industry where appropriate. Proposals for projects must clearly demonstrate that the science, technology, and expertise is developing the STFC core PPAN Science Programme for its benefit and the UK. The scheme provides funding for a maximum of £300,000 a year fEC for two years (equivalent to £240,000 at 80% fEC awarded to the applying research organisation). (Forecasted date for next year's call).

Computer Science & Informatics; Cosmology & Extragalactic Astronomy; High Energy Astrophysics & Cosmic Rays; Nuclear Physics; Particle Physics; Planetary Systems Sciences; Plasma Physics & Fusion; Solar Physics & Space Plasma

Applicant type Academic Institution; Commercial or Private Sector; Individuals: Early Career and Emerging in Field; Individuals: Mid-Career to Established in Field Eligibility Note The ItS is open to the members of the STFC particle physics, astronomy and nuclear physics (PPAN) community, quantum scientists in receipt of STFC funding and the computing that supports the PPAN community. At the time of application the principal investigator must be able to satisfy the following criteria. They must be academic members of staff (lecturers or equivalent) or hold a fellowship, such as an STFC or Royal Society Fellowship, won through open competition.