Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)
Advancing atmospheric and aerial autonomy
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Apply for proof-of-concept funding to develop, integrate, deploy, and demonstrate innovative autonomous solutions for atmospheric science or autonomous aerial systems for environmental applications. Projects must deliver demonstrator capability, high-quality environmental data, and pathways towards wider use and adoption.
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Apply for proof-of-concept funding to develop, integrate, deploy, and demonstrate innovative autonomous solutions for atmospheric science or autonomous aerial systems for environmental applications. Projects must deliver demonstrator capability, high-quality environmental data, and pathways towards wider use and adoption. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for NERC funding. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be £300,000 up to £1 million. This opportunity is open to organisations with standard eligibility. Check if your organisation is eligible .
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