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MRC Research Grant: Applicant-Led

MRC Research Grant: Applicant-Led

Supports United Kingdom biomedical teams through applicant-led grants that build discovery innovation capacity.

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The MRC Research Grant (Applicant-Led) is the Medical Research Council's primary open-submission instrument for discovery and early translational research, accepting applications on a continuously rolling basis with no fixed closing date as of 7 April 2026. The scheme funds ambitious research within MRC remit that advances understanding of disease causes and mechanisms, accelerates diagnosis, adva…

Discovery and early translational research within MRC remit addressing the causes and mechanisms of disease, and accelerating diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of illness.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1–60 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.20%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.ukri.org