Knowledge Exchange Seed Fund, deadline 28 March 2025
Up to £5,000 is available to develop early-stage impact projects, including with public and community partners.
The 24-25 Knowledge Exchange Seed Fund is now open for applications for researchers and support staff from all divisions!
Do you want to align your research with community needs, develop an impact project with a public sector partner or reach out to an unfamiliar commercial sector?
Awards are typically funded in the £2-4,000 range, but there is a maximum of up to £5,000 available to support early-stage knowledge exchange activities with businesses, community and public sector organisations.
Previous awards have been used to host joint workshops with new partners, bring-in external expertise to develop an impact strategy, and to kickstart new projects with existing partners.
Applications are open until 28 March 2025.
Find out more information and apply
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