Please note that the SMMR call is now closed.
The Sustainable Management of UK Marine Resources (SMMR) programme is addressing critical marine research gaps. These gaps span a variety of disciplines, from natural capital to systems-based management.
SMMR is working to break down barriers between science and policy in order to integrate disciplines, form new marine research teams, and build a strong research base to support decision-making within the UK Exclusive Economic Zone. If you need assistance finding an interdisciplinary project partner or stakeholder, the SMMR Champions are here to help – don’t hesitate to contact us.
By working together, we can improve management of the UK marine environment and – through better management – we can realise sustainable societal and economic benefits for the UK.
This work is jointly delivered by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), and in partnership with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and Marine Scotland.
This Strategic Priorities Fund programme will deliver:
For more information contact SMMR Champions, Professor David Paterson and Dr Mark James at smmruk@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Many thanks to all those who submitted applications.
SMMR will now work closely with NERC and ESRC colleagues to review all applications.