Funding Strands:
1. Industry Challenge-led Strand: Focusing on AI model security, software supply chain security, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) or Operational Technology (OT) security.
2. Open Strand: For projects outside the specific challenges.
Funding Details:
· Grant-based funding.
· Total project cost: Up to £32,000, with £16,000 for each stage.
Proposal Requirements:
· Clear explanation of the research area.
· Identification of the cyber security problem being addressed.
· Detailed proposed solution and initial market validation plan.
Inclusion and Accessibility:
· Open to applicants from all backgrounds.
· Innovate UK is committed to accessibility and can make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions.
Exclusions:
· Projects not related to cyber security.
· Defence-focused projects.
· Projects from outside UK academic institutions.
Key Dates:
· Competition Opens: Monday, 5 February 2024
· Competition Closes: Wednesday, 6 March 2024, 12:00 PM
Overview: The CyberASAP programme, a collaborative effort between the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and Innovate UK, aims to invest up to £800,000 in cyber security projects emerging from UK academic research. This funding opportunity is targeted at individuals affiliated with UK academic institutions.
Programme Phases:
· Phase 1: Consists of two stages over four months:
· First two months focus on developing a value proposition, culminating in a presentation to an independent judging panel.
· Next two months dedicated to market validation activities.
· Successful projects in Phase 1 may progress to Phase 2 (not detailed here).
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