‘Lottery First’ methods: AFIRE Experimental Funders Group
16 Dec 2026, 8am–9am
This session of the AFIRE Experimental Funders Group will dive into ‘Lottery First’ methods, exploring the idea of allocating research grants where random selection replaces part of the traditional ranking process.
The AFIRE Experimental Funders Group series provides a dedicated space for research funders to delve into current issues, share experimental approaches, and discuss the future of research and innovation (R&I) funding.
Registration
If you are a research funder interested in how experimental methods can improve grant-making, please register via this link.
About AFIRE
RoRI’s AFIRE project aims to increase the volume and quality of funder experiments. By providing a venue for engagement and learning, we help the funding community build the evidence base needed to innovate with confidence.
