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British Council - Research Collaboration Global Programme -International Science Partnerships Fund
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
The global grant call funds bilateral and multi-country research and innovation collaborations under the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) themes. With priorities set in collaboration with partner countries, the call funds three types of grants: Global Challenges Research, Translational Research Partnerships, and Futures Research and Policy Change. Global Challenges Research supports tackling global issues such as extreme weather, food and energy security, and the needs of growing and ageing populations through high-quality partnerships across disciplines, sectors, and nations. Translational Research Partnerships facilitate knowledge transfer and the application of research by engaging with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), and other third parties, while Futures Research and Policy Change aims to create policy environments conducive to cutting-edge research. These grants provide seed or catalyst funding, with a focus on multi-country projects, especially those supporting work in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). Research Collaboration grants offer small-scale seed funding for UK and ISPF country/territory partnerships. By addressing global challenges through integrated approaches, the program encourages high-quality, cross-disciplinary partnerships to foster innovation and research that have a profound impact on societal and economic issues worldwide, aligning with the primary objectives of Official Development Assistance (ODA) to promote the economic development and welfare of developing countries.
British Council - South Africa Programmes -International Science Partnerships Fund
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
The South Africa Research Initiative (SARChi) has previously launched significant programs, such as the Bilateral and Trilateral Research Chairs and the South Africa (SA). University Staff Doctoral Programme, aimed at increasing the number of black and female academics with PhDs in South Africa, thereby driving systemic reforms. This initiative now encompasses two new activities: the Sub-Sahara African Analysis Centre (SASAC) Programme, which promotes regional research collaborations and capacity building for students, scholars, and academics from South Africa and Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Research Commercialisation Capacity Strengthening Programme, designed in collaboration with Universities South Africa, to facilitate the transfer of academic research into practical products and services that benefit society and the economy. The SARChI chair themes focus on critical areas such as marine ecosystems, food security, gender inclusivity, and clean energy, and these chairs are established in partnership with UK universities. The programme supports the enhancement of research practices and policies, expands research impact in the region, and strengthens research capacities, particularly in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The initiative is ODA eligible as its primary objective is to promote the economic development and welfare of developing countries, ensuring the benefits are specifically directed towards enhancing academic and research capacities in these regions.
British Council - Gender Equality and Inclusion Programme -International Science Partnerships Fund
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
The Gender Equality and Inclusion Programme (GIP) encompasses a range of Level C activities aimed at fostering gender equality and inclusion within the realm of Research & Innovation (R&I). Key components include the Early Academic Fellowship scheme for Women in R&I, small gender-focused early career grants for researchers in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in collaboration with the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH), and a fund dedicated to implementing recommendations from gender analysis and evaluations conducted during the Newton Fund legacy period. Additionally, the programme provides training and networking opportunities to address the underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) leadership roles, funding for conferences or roundtables on gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, and initiatives to build institutional capacity for integrating gender equality into research practices. The GIP also facilitates knowledge and practice sharing with UK and international partner organizations, including other International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) Partner Organizations. Through the ISPF, the British Council will fund selected UK universities and research institutions to support at least three Early Career Fellowships, covering academic and living expenses. These fellowships aim to establish medium- to long-term partnerships between hosting and sending institutions, thereby strengthening research capacity at both individual and institutional levels and supporting the career development of individual researchers. A primary objective of this fellowship scheme is to nurture talent that will drive inclusion in Research & Innovation (R&I), ultimately fostering sustainable and impactful global research partnerships. This programme is ODA eligible as it directly addresses the primary objective of promoting the economic development and welfare of developing countries, specifically through capacity building in research and innovation. By targeting gender equality and inclusion, the programme not only advances Sustainable Development Goals 5 (Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls) but also enhances the research capabilities of women in least developed countries, fostering economic growth and societal advancement. The funding of early career fellowships and the emphasis on sustainable partnerships between UK and partner country institutions are designed to create lasting impacts that contribute to the development of robust research ecosystems in developing countries, thereby aligning with the primary goals of ODA.
British Council - Amazonia Brazil / UK -International Science Partnerships Fund
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
The Capacity Building for Amazonia +10 initiative focuses on the Brazilian Amazon and its under-represented groups, forming part of the broader Amazon+10 Initiative—a coalition of 25 State Research Foundations across Brazil established in 2022. This initiative aims to support and fund a sustainable development model for the Brazilian Amazon through Science, Technology, and Innovation (ST&I). With an initial investment of nearly £7 million in Research and development (R&D) projects across the nine states within the Legal Amazon, the strategy endeavors to foster a socio-biodiversity economy while enhancing collaboration networks and research opportunities for PhD and MSc researchers, whose capacity currently lags behind the national average. The proposal seeks to integrate with the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) by co-designing interventions with Brazilian partners to strengthen capacity and promote bilateral research collaborations, fostering engagement between UK and Brazilian researchers, particularly in the Legal Amazon and other contributing institutions. Workshops will cover topics such as biodiversity and climate change, protection of traditional communities, urban challenges, and bioeconomy to support sustainable development. Open to lead researchers from universities and research institutions in both the UK and Brazil, the grants aim to support international development, enhance early career researcher capacity, and establish or develop sustainable long-term research links. This initiative is ODA-eligible as it focuses on the economic development and welfare of the Brazilian Amazon, directly benefiting local communities by promoting sustainable development, enhancing research capacity, and fostering inclusive growth in a region classified as a developing area.
British Council - Convening for strategic collaboration: the ISPF Kenya Collaborative -International Science Partnerships Fund
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Building on the British Council's convening power and strong partnerships in Kenya, the programme will engage potential Kenya ISPF partners and grantees through initial consultation to scope out a process for regular peer-to-peer exchanges once the fund is underway. This initiative aims to foster robust cross-partnership collaboration, enhancing efficiencies and maximizing impact. It is expected to result in thematic convenings, the sharing of best practices, and the identification of lessons learned through a structured process overseen by the British Council in Kenya. The process will address scalability and replicability of approaches and outputs, aiming to foster cross-partner and cross-grantee connections while integrating sustainability and long-term impact from the outset. The British High Commission, fully supportive of this approach, has suggested co-chairing the collaborative effort with the British Council, which provides an excellent opportunity to link with other UK-funded programmes. The proposed strategy promises a more coherent portfolio of work, enabling DSIT and the UK in Kenya to develop a stronger offer and narrative when engaging with Kenyan Government counterparts. Furthermore, this programme is ODA eligible, as its primary objective is to promote the economic development and welfare of Kenya, a country eligible for Official Development Assistance, by enhancing collaborative networks and fostering sustainable development initiatives.
Ocean Country Partnership Programme
Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs
The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) supports countries to manage the marine environment more sustainably, including by strengthening marine science expertise, developing science-based policy and management tools and creating educational resources for coastal communities. The programme is funded through official development assistance (ODA) as part of the UK’s £500 million Blue Planet Fund. Through the OCPP, the UK government partners with ODA-eligible countries to deliver positive impacts for coastal communities that depend on healthy marine ecosystems. Bilateral partnerships under the OCPP are primarily delivered by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), agencies of the UK government that possess unique expertise in marine science and management. The OCPP also funds two international initiatives that align with its aims and help to develop global public goods, the Global Ocean Accounts Partnership (GOAP) and the Friends of Ocean Action (FOA). GOAP is a global, multi-stakeholder partnership established to enable countries and other stakeholders to effectively measure and manage progress towards sustainable ocean development. FOA is a platform hosted by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with the World Resources Institute, which brings together ocean leaders from a wide range of sectors to encourage action and investment into sustainable ocean projects.
Philippines - Researcher Links Workshop Grants
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Philippines - Researcher Links Workshop Grants is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
Brazil - Researcher Links Workshop Grants
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Brazil - Researcher Links Workshop Grants is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
Philippines - PhD Placements
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Philippines - PhD Placements is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
South Africa - PhD Placements
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
South Africa - PhD Placements is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
South Africa - Bilateral Chairs
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
South Africa - Bilateral Chairs is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
South Africa - Researcher Links Travel Grants
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
South Africa - Researcher Links Travel Grants is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
South Africa - Trilateral Research Chairs
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
South Africa - Trilateral Research Chairs is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
South Africa - University Staff Doctoral Programme
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
South Africa - University Staff Doctoral Programme is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
Vietnam - Research Environment Links
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Vietnam - Research Environment Links is funded through the UK Government’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Newton Fund and delivered on the UK side by the British Council. This activity contributes to the Newton Fund’s work in building research and innovation partnerships with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to support economic development and social welfare, tackle global challenges and develop talent and careers.
Brazil - Newton Advanced Fellowship
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Awards for early to mid-career international researchers who have already established (or in process of establishing) a research group. Awards support researchers in their own country, providing funding for training and development in collaboration with a UK partner, with the intention of transferring knowledge and research capabilities to partner countries.
Brazil - Newton International Fellowship
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Scheme supports early-career international researchers to spend two years undertaking research at a host university or research institution in the UK, enabling them to benefit from a period within a first class research environment in some of the UK’s best universities. Awards provide stipend, research monies, and relocation costs.
China - Newton Advanced Fellowship
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Awards for early to mid-career international researchers who have already established (or in process of establishing) a research group. Awards support researchers in their own country, providing funding for training and development in collaboration with a UK partner, with the intention of transferring knowledge and research capabilities to partner countries.
China - Newton International Fellowship
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Scheme supports early-career international researchers to spend two years undertaking research at a host university or research institution in the UK, enabling them to benefit from a period within a first class research environment in some of the UK’s best universities. Awards provide stipend, research monies, and relocation costs.
India - Newton International Fellowship
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Scheme supports early-career international researchers to spend two years undertaking research at a host university or research institution in the UK, enabling them to benefit from a period within a first class research environment in some of the UK’s best universities. Awards provide stipend, research monies, and relocation costs.
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