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PlanningUnited KingdomServices£750,000

PhD bursary call 2026

Published
Published 22 April 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 31 August 2026 (38 days left)

Overview

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is inviting applications for its 2026 PhD bursary call to support research aligned with the UK's civil nuclear decommissioning mission, with up to £750,000 available for projects led by UK academic institutions and research institutes. Individual projects may receive up to £155,000 and should focus on maintaining key skills, understanding technologies and processes across the NDA estate, developing early-stage technologies, or facilitating knowledge transfer between academia and industry, excluding site-specific R&D challenges. The call closes on 31 August 2026.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Planning
Category
Services
Estimated value
£750,000
Procedure
Open
Published
22 April 2026
Questions by
12 August 2026
Deadline
31 August 2026
Classification (CPV)
Research and development services and related consultancy services

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  1. Prior Information Notice

    22 April 2026

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