1. © University of Durham 2008 Summary of Meeting with Prof David Delpy Head EPSRC John Girkin Department of Physics University of Durham j.m.girkin@durham.ac.uk

2. © University of Durham 2008 Top Level Comments Prefacing Comments:- –Peer Review and Panel Meetings still decision body –Stronger remit/direction from EPSRC Move to support high quality groupings to tackle specific challenges –World class research –Demonstration of University support –Management Strategy –Not necessarily from one University

3. © University of Durham 2008 Challenges:- EPSRC push towards Drive through Signposting –Physics/life science –Chemistry/biology –Nanoscience –“Negative” Signposting Energy Digital Economy Towards next generation healthcare Nanoscience:- pull through to applications metrology toxicology

4. © University of Durham 2008 Critical Mass and TSB Projects >£1.5M (in general) –Multi-project equipment grants –Equipment used as a facility –Linked proposals (multiple PDRAs) TSB looking to move back to “Link” format –Academic led –Less demand on SME involvement Exceptional appointment support