Projects Peer Review Panel (PPRP)

Summary

The Projects Peer Review Panel (PPRP) is responsible for the assessment of projects that are considered to have significant scientific priority in particle physics, nuclear physics, astronomy, particle astrophysics and solar system science. The Panel assess new large/complex novel projects (PPRP large projects) and smaller R&D projects (PRD - Project Research and Development).

PPRP Large Projects are major new projects such as participation in new experiments or missions, the development of new instruments or upgrades to existing detectors.

The Project Research and Development (PRD) Scheme is intended to develop the capabilities needed to underpin UK science and technology leadership in future STFC projects and gives industry the opportunity, in collaboration with approved research organisations, to apply directly to the Research Councils for funding for research and development.

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How to make an application

Please click on the following links for more information on making an application:

• PPRP Large Projects
• Project Research and Development

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PPRP meetings

Please click on the following links to view the meeting dates, details and submission deadlines:

• Meeting dates and deadlines
• Next meeting details

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PPRP and PRD Review

During 2009, STFC carried out a review of the PRD Scheme and PPRP processes. Download the review's final report (PDF - 42kB - link opens in a new window).

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Relevant documents or links

• PRD Scheme
• PPRP project proposal guidelines
• Statement of Interest (SOI)
• Terms of reference and membership
• Contact details 
• Research grants handbook (link opens in a new window)