A guide for the commercialisation of Creative Industries Research (Grant)
UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council
Award
Up to £250k
Total fund Up to £250k
Deadline
Closes 15 October 2026
Where
UK-wide
Summary
Apply for funding to transform the commercialisation of research in the creative industries, working collaboratively to address barriers to commercialisation and develop a new sector specific commercialisation guide. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding.
Who can apply
This funding opportunity is open to organisations with standard eligibility. Check if your organisation is eligible . Equality, diversity and inclusion We are committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all funding applicants. We encourage applications from a diverse range of researchers. We support people to work in a way that suits their personal circumstances. This includes: career breaks support for people with caring responsibilities flexible working alternative working patterns UKRI can offer disability and accessibility support for UKRI applicants and grant holders during the application and assessment process.
Full details
Apply for funding to transform the commercialisation of research in the creative industries. A university-led team will collaborate with investors, lawyers and founders to tackle early-stage barriers to commercialisation and develop a new sector-specific university commercialisation guide, with practical frameworks and best practice deal terms. Applicants should be well placed to lead sector consultation and active engagement across universities and wider stakeholders. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £250,000. Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) will fund 100% FEC.