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ERC Starting Grant ESCAPADE (Energising the future with clean plasma-based technologies; project 101302707): initially 12 months, extendable after a positive evaluation to a total maximum of 48 months. Government-linked scale; monthly amount and renewal rubric not stated. Doctoral registration is a condition of activation. Planned start 1 February 2027. 2026–27 first-year tuition EUR 591; the payer for both first-year and defence-year fees is not stated. The defence-year amount follows the rate then in force.

12 competitive funded studentships across all research areas. Award holders, regardless of nationality, receive university tuition-fee coverage and a stipend for up to four years. Tax-free annual rates published in October 2026 are £25,649, £26,228, £26,806 and £27,385 for years 1–4. International students can claim reimbursement of visa and IHS costs. Conference support is up to £1,500 per year in years 2–4. Externally funded applicants must still apply through the usual programme route.