Innovation Grant for Bioscience Research Teams

4 weeks ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom NERC - the Natural Environment Research Council Full time
Job Title: Bioscience Innovation Funding Opportunity
Company: Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

Are you part of a bioscience research team in the UK with groundbreaking concepts and technologies seeking financial support? This is an excellent opportunity to step beyond traditional research confines and investigate the commercial viability of your innovations. The BBSRC-NC3Rs ICURe Explore initiative is providing a substantial grant of £420,000, with individual awards of £35,000 available to advance your projects.

Program Overview:
  • Funding Type: Grant
  • Total Funding Available: £420,000
  • Individual Award Amount: £35,000

This initiative is designed to support teams from UK universities, BBSRC-funded institutions, and recognized public sector research organizations. The collaborative effort, spearheaded by BBSRC and NC3Rs, aims to investigate market opportunities for emerging bioscience technologies that can replace certain in vivo models or enhance animal research methodologies.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Open to bioscience teams affiliated with UK universities, BBSRC-funded institutions, and approved public sector research organizations
  • Research projects must be grounded in prior BBSRC, UK Research and Innovation, or NC3Rs funding
Team Structure:

The ICURe Explore teams should comprise four key members:

Entrepreneurial Lead:
  • PhD candidates
  • Technicians
  • Postdoctoral research associates
  • Fellowship and group leader roles

The lead must commit full-time and obtain endorsement from their institution or funding body.

Scientific Advisor:

A seasoned researcher providing intellectual guidance throughout the program.

Technology Transfer Specialist:
  • Required to participate in essential training sessions and workshops
  • Offers continuous support for commercialization efforts
Business Consultant:

An industry expert delivering strategic advice and insights to the team.



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