Strand 3 of the RiSC+ Flexible Fund is now open and inviting proposals for modelling-focused research and innovation to strengthen UK supply chain resilience.
The RiSC+ Flexible Fund supports cross-sector, interdisciplinary projects modelling resilient UK supply chains, including food. It is funded by UKRI under the Building a Secure and Resilient World theme.
Funders: RiSC+ / UKRI
Total fund: £500,000
Award range: £50,000 – £100,000
Opening date: 1 July 2026
Closing date: 7 October 2026 11:59pm UK Time
This call supports UK-based researchers and innovators developing computational, data-driven, and systems-based modelling approaches, including:
Projects should design, build, test, and validate tools and models that deliver practical insights, predictions, and decision support for industry and policymakers.
Focus areas include strengthening food security through resilient and sustainable food supply chains.