A challenging yet rewarding learning curve awaits bidders to schemes involving cultural and heritage institutions
Top tips
- Aligning your research agenda with that of a cultural institution is difficult, but essential work for schemes like this
- Look to work collaboratively with your target institution from the start
- Working with cultural institutions provides unparalleled opportunities for impact
- Observe a timeline when seeking feedback on your bid
Over recent years, several Arts and Humanities Research Council funding schemes have sought to strengthen ties with independent research organisations and the heritage and cultural sector more generally. Launched in 2023, the ongoing £80-million research infrastructure for conservation and heritage science programme is one noteworthy example.