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What we’ve learnt from reviewing Grand Challenges proposals — and how this can help you
18 September 2025
Are you an academic new to applying for funding calls or looking to sharpen your approach? Our team share in a blog what they've learnt from reviewing Grand Challenges proposals — and how it can help you
Since the launch of our refreshed programme in 2023, UCL Grand Challenges has invested £2.4 million into projects that showcase the breadth of UCL’s research and innovation.
As we reflect on the diverse proposals, funding calls, and successful projects we've supported, our team — Max Gillingham, Ethne James-Souch, Jade Hunter, and James Paskins — share key insights in a new blog post to help you strengthen your future funding applications.
This blog has three aims:
- to share knowledge on how we run interdisciplinary funding calls
- to show the reach of our funding
- to provide top tips on writing a good proposal