AHRC - Open world research initiative

The AHRC is now seeking applications to its new funding initiative for modern languages: the Open World Research Initiative (OWRI). OWRI seeks to establish a new and exciting vision for languages research in response to the challenges and opportunities presented by a globalised research environment and multi-lingual world. The initiative seeks to present a cogent, positive and compelling vision for the role of modern language expertise in opening up research opportunities drawing on other cultures, literatures and histories.

Applicants must be collaborative partnerships lead by a UK higher education institution or accredited AHRC independent research organisation with an established track record of relevant research excellence.

Up to £4m Full Economic Cost (fEC) is available per OWRI programme over 4 years. Successful applicants will be funded at 80% of fEC.

Closing date 23 Oct 14

Deadline information:  

• Expressions of interest due by 4pm, 23 October 2014
• invited full applications due by 30 June 2015. 

For Full details and guidance on applications visit: http://www.ahrc.ac.uk/Funding-Opportunities/Pages/Open-World-Research-Initiative.aspx