Public engagement with research
Resource development funding scheme
NERC is making funds available to support the development of resources for public engagement (PE). This pilot call will enable researchers who have received NERC training in public engagement/science communication to develop resources that support their PE activities. The closing date for this call is 17:00 on 20 January 2012.
Funding available
Each applicant can apply for up to £1,500; this can be used to develop resources that are appropriate to the potential audience, the research and the researcher carrying out the engagement. We are keen to support development of innovative resources or support the piloting of an idea that may not be fundable through other routes.
Impact and Learning
We are keen to maximise learning from running this funding round, and in particular the outputs arising from it. Successful applicants will be invited to a workshop to exchange ideas and best practice and feed in to a small evaluation - this will help NERC to understand how to best provide these funds in the future.
Grant holders will also be required to complete a brief final report form.
Additional information
For further details on the scheme, including eligibility requirements, information about the call and guidance on completing the application form, please see the additional documentation below.
Guidance for applicants (16KB)
To find out more information or discuss your ideas please contact:
Poppy Leeder
Tel: 01793 411974
Mob: 07917 456694