Catalyst Grants

Collaborative funding for innovative, inclusive methods initiatives

Catalyst Grants support collaborative and innovative projects that bring together researchers across Methods North West partner institutions. These initiatives are methodologically creative, interdisciplinary, and inclusive of postgraduate researchers (PGRs).

Catalyst Grants

Projects must involve at least two institutions and can take many formats, including workshops, conferences, and interactive initiatives. Meaningful PGR involvement is essential.

Funding available: up to £6,000

Deadline: Two deadlines every year, normally in Winter and Summer.

Who is it for?

  • Academic staff and PGRs across NWSSDTP institutions are eligible as lead applicants
  • Interdisciplinary and cross-institutional teams developing original methodological approaches

What you gain

  • Funding for collaborative projects
  • Networking opportunities
  • Platform to share work

Get in touch

To find out more or if you are interested in applying, contact Links@Keele Lead and MNW Representative Santiago Amietta.
Email: s.amietta@keele.ac.uk