STEG Larger Research Grants 2026

Proposals to the STEG Larger Research Grants (LRGs) 2026 invite research funding of up to £100,000 to support activities such as research assistance, data collection, purchases, teaching buyouts, or related remuneration for principal investigators and co-investigators from partner institutions. Grants may also cover travel to field sites and support research focused on structural transformation and economic growth in low-income countries, with several thematic areas outlined.

Funding up to £100,000 for eligible research activities and related costs, with potential travel support to field sites.

Open to researchers from all over the world, with encouragement for collaboration between researchers from lower- and higher-income countries. Principal investigators should have a PhD or be enrolled in a PhD programme; co-investigators commonly have PhDs or PhD enrolment.

Apply online via the STEG Grants portal.