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MRC Equip: Mid-Range Biomedical Equipment

MRC Equip

Supports research equipment investments that expand laboratory capacity and strengthen translational health innovation.

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MRC Equip is the Medical Research Council's capital equipment grant scheme, providing awards of £200,000 to £1,000,000 for the purchase of new or replacement mid-range biomedical research equipment at UK research organisations working within MRC priority areas. The 2026 round opens 13 August 2026 and projects run for seven months ending 31 December 2027, reflecting the capital procurement and inst…

What this grant funds

Capital grants of £200,000–£1,000,000 for the purchase of new or replacement mid-range biomedical research equipment at UK research organisations in MRC priority areas.

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.5 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.7 months
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.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.ukri.org