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MRC Developmental Pathway Funding Scheme (DPFS)

DPFS Stage Two

Supports United Kingdom translational medicine teams through DPFS stage-two funding for disease-focused innovation.

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The Developmental Pathway Funding Scheme (DPFS) Stage Two is the Medical Research Council's flagship invite-only translational funding instrument, supporting academically-led projects developing novel therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and other health interventions from early development through phase 2a clinical trials. Stage Two is accessible only to applicants who received a formal in…

What this grant funds

Academically-led translational development of novel therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and other health interventions from early development through phase 2a clinical trials.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.20%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£26M
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.ukri.org