Expression of interest: Japan-UK joint call for collaborations in Advanced Connectivity Technologies

Apply for funding to form world‑leading partnerships with collaborators in Japan in the field of Advanced Connectivity Technologies. The full funding opportunity is expected to open in July 2026 and the information may change.
Status: OPEN
Publication date: 15 June 2026
Opening date: 15 June 2026
Deadline date: 8 September 2026, 4:00pm UK time
Description
Your application must involve researchers from both Japan and UK.
UK applicants must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding. Japanese applicants must be eligible for NICT funding.
You may request up to £897,000 (80% full economic cost (FEC)) for the UK component and up to ¥200 million for Japan components.
The duration of the award can be up to a maximum of three years.

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