BHF Programme Grants

BHF Programme Grants sit above the foundation's project awards and back larger cardiovascular research programmes in established UK institutions. They are aimed at senior or talented mid-career investigators with strong track records and internationally recognised profiles, which makes the scheme a vehicle for substantial lab leadership rather than early-career support. There is no formal cap, but the awards run for five years initially and can be renewed. Applicants must file a preliminary outline 18 months before the expected start date, then move to a full application after outline approval; the committee meets four times a year and the decision timeline can reach nine months from submission. The structure favors teams with broad scientific scope, enough institutional depth to sustain a multi-year programme, and the ability to bring in expertise from beyond traditional biomedical fields. In practice, the grant rewards scale, strong peer-reviewed standing, and a plan that can justify a long run at cardiovascular impact.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.