Grant for Research & Development
Funds Northern Ireland businesses developing products, processes, or services through Invest NI R&D grants.
Invest Northern Ireland administers Grant for Research & Development as part of its funding for innovation and research and development support for businesses. For businesses with an innovative idea for a new product, process or service we can provide funding. Invest NI does not state a maximum award amount.
The applicant path is for businesses in Northern Ireland through Invest NI support. Inves…
Research and development for new products, processes, services, and technical knowledge.
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