EPSRC to host Two Workshops on Manufacturing and the Circular Economy
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is inviting applicants to attend one of two one-day community and stakeholder workshops on the theme of Manufacturing and the Circular Economy. The workshops will inform understanding of the priorities and opportunities for research and innovation in driving a sustainable, resilient, thriving, and productive UK manufacturing sector and a truly circular economy.
The same workshop is being run twice in different locations, in order to maximise opportunities for participation. The locations and dates are:
Manufacturing and circular economy research contributes to priorities across the EPSRC delivery plan, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) strategic plan and broader government ambitions, including:
- Engineering net zero.
- Building a greener future.
- Resilience priorities.
This activity looks to establish the identification of priorities within and beyond these strategies as EPSRC continues to support and set the direction for research in the areas over the medium term.
As part of the expression of interest, applicants are asked to submit views on:
- A vision for a productive UK manufacturing sector and UK circular economy.
- The research and innovation challenges to achieve the vision.
EPSRC welcomes submissions to the survey from anyone with an interest in the area. This is irrespective of whether they are willing or able to attend the workshops, to provide the opportunity for broader input into the discussions. The survey submissions will be used at the workshop to guide discussions and support the identification of research priorities for the area.
Both the workshop and associated survey are open to all academic researchers, industrial partners and other stakeholders, with interest in activities related to manufacturing or the circular economy or both.
All research disciplines and industries within the engineering and physical sciences who are interested in manufacturing or the circular economy, or both, are welcome. The EPSRC is keen to engage with individuals with a diverse range of experiences of research related to these areas.
Applicants must apply by completing and submitting the expression of interest form by 9 January 2023 (16:00 GMT).