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HOPE

HOPE — Execution

Supports United Kingdom human organ engineering collaborations focused on translational tissue platforms.

HOPE — Human Organs, Physiology, and Engineering — is a $50 million Wellcome Leap program focused on engineering human tissues and organs for two primary applications: creating a multiorgan platform that replicates human immune responses for drug testing, and advancing bioengineered kidney technology to improve survival outcomes for patients with end-stage renal disease. The program is led by Prog

Human tissue, organoid, and bioengineered organ development for drug testing and end-stage renal disease treatment, through academic, foundation, and private-sector collaboration.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
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.Cooperative agreement
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.$50M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: wellcomeleap.org