Following the success of 27 projects funded in the first round, applications are now open for the second round of the HSDS Grants Programme. The programme offers funding up to £25,000 to support innovative heritage science and conservation research across the UK. The deadline for applications is 17:00 GMT on 30 September 2026
Transform your heritage science research
The Heritage Science Data Service delivers core digital research services for RICHeS, enabling the heritage science community to create, manage and use high-quality data.
The HSDS Grants Programme invests in projects that enhance datasets, tools and digital research capabilities for the heritage science community. Grants are available under two complementary themes.
Funding themes
Theme 1: Generate Datasets
- Enable or Enhance Access to Heritage Science and Conservation Resources
- Funding available: up to £25,000
Theme 2: Develop Virtual Research Environments
- Collaborate with STFC Hartree Centre’s software engineering experts to develop Virtual Research Environments
- Funding available: up to £15,000
Key details
- Deadline: 17:00 GMT, 30 September 2026
- Funding: 100% Full Economic Cost (FEC) covered
- Eligibility: UK universities, museums, archives, galleries, community partners and UKRI Independent Research Organisations (IROs)
Further information and support
You can find full details, including eligibility criteria and application guidance, on the HSDS Grants Programme page.
Join an online information session to learn more about the programme and application process:
- 10 June 2026, 11:00-12:00 Register to attend
- 16 June 2026, 13:30-14:30 Register to attend
For any enquiries, please contact applications@hsds.ac.uk