The International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) supports UK researchers and innovators to collaborate with international partners on multi-disciplinary projects.
What is the fund?
The International Science Partnerships Fund is designed to enable potential and foster prosperity. It puts research and innovation at the heart of our international relationships, supporting UK researchers and innovators to work with peers around the world on the major themes of our time: planet, health, tech, and talent. The fund is managed by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and delivered by a consortium of the UK’s leading research and innovation bodies, which includes: UK Research and Innovation (comprising the 7 research councils, Innovate UK and Research England), the UK Academies, the British Council, the Met Office, the National Physical Laboratory, the UK Atomic Energy Authority, and Universities UK International.
What themes are covered?
Opportunities launched through the fund will focus on four major themes.
- Resilient planet - leading the green industrial revolution to protect the planet.
- Healthy people, animals and plants – researching and innovating for secure and healthy populations.
- Transformative technologies - developing responsible technologies to secure our place in tomorrow’s world.
- Tomorrow’s talent – nurturing talent to drive inclusion, research and innovation.
ISPF in Egypt
The International Science Partnerships Fund brings together the research and innovation communities of the UK and Egypt to collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects addressing some of Egypt’s pressing challenges. ISPF initiatives in Egypt actively support Egypt Vision 2030, particularly across these areas:
- Joint research collaborations with UK institutions
- Institutional linkages between Egyptian and UK universities and research councils
- Capacity-building in universities and research institutions
- Enhanced mobility for Egyptian researchers
ISPF Opportunities from the British Council
As one of the ISPF partner organisations, the British Council is launching the following funding opportunities:
- Research Collaborations
- Funding for research partnerships between UK and international universities and research institutions, aligned with ISPF themes.
- Early-Career Researcher Fellowships
- Funding for UK institutions to host early-career researchers from partner countries. These fellowships support career development and build long-term benefits for the fellows, their home institutions, and the UK.
How much funding is available?
Each call will have a designated grant amount, specified at the time of launch.
How do I apply?
Opportunities will be posted on Opportunities and insight as they open for applications.
External links
• International Science Partnerships Fund