Published on Fri, 02/02/2024 - 12:05
Advanced Research Invention Agency (ARIA) has opened a seed funding call under the Nature Computes Better programme. ARIA will fund high potential proposals, with awards between £10k and £500k each, and initially expect to fund up to 10 projects in this space. They’re looking for bold ideas that could challenge assumptions, open up new research paths, or provide steps towards new capabilities.
There are two possibilities for submitting to ARIA i) as an individual ii) through an organisation. It is strongly encouraged that University staff follow the second route. Please do note that:
- The standard approval processes should be followed for any application to be hosted by the University, including departmental and ROO approval before submission to ARIA
- An X5 or Worktribe costing is required by the University at application stage
- Due to the 24-day turnaround at award stage, it is essential that any issues are resolved before submitting the application
- Any potential due diligence issues should be flagged to rooduediligence@admin.cam.ac.uk well in advance of the submission date
If you have already given ROO notice of an intention to submit an application you may opt for the Round 1 deadline of 19th February 2024. If not, you should apply to the Round 2 deadline of early March 2024.
Please contact your ROO School Team if you have any questions about the above guidance.