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MS Society Data Discovery Awards

MS Society Data Discovery Awards

Supports United Kingdom multiple sclerosis prevention research with data-discovery grants in risk and healthcare.

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The MS Society Data Discovery Awards are an annual grant mechanism of the Multiple Sclerosis Society UK for exploratory, data-driven MS research with a clear data science emphasis. Awards fund up to GBP 100,000 over a maximum two-year project period. The 2026 round opened in October 2025, with a deadline of 12 noon on 10 February 2026 and outcomes expected in August 2026. The 2026 round carried a …

Exploratory data-driven research with clear data science emphasis. 2026 highlight: MS risk reduction and prevention. Excludes laboratory-based approaches and pharmacological interventions.

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.1–24 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: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mssociety.org.uk