Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)

STFC’s mission is to deliver world-leading national and international research and innovation capabilities and, through those, discover the secrets of the Universe. Our major research and innovation campuses at Harwell, Daresbury and research facilities across the UK and overseas support fundamental research in astronomy, physics, computational science and space science.

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Funding opportunities

Funding for core summer schools in 2026

Apply for funding under the STFC Funding Support for Core Summer Schools scheme for events taking place in 2026.

You must be from an STFC-accredited UK university or research organisation eligible for STFC funding.

STFC leadership fellowships in public engagement

Apply for funding to support a leadership role in engaging the public with STFC supported science, technology or facilities.

You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for STFC funding.


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Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC),
Polaris House,
North Star Avenue,
Swindon,
SN2 1SZ

Events

There are no upcoming STFC events at this time.

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