Springboard Awards
The Academy of Medical Sciences–Wellcome Springboard Awards provide up to £125,000 over two years to basic biomedical scientists within five years of their first independent post—supporting research expenses, equipment, assistance, and travel as they establish their independent careers.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Within 5 years of appointment to a first independent academic post (e.g., Lecturer) at a UK higher education institution (see eligible list).
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Current post provides a salary—applicants may not request personal salary support.
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Must not hold significant existing research funding.
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Host organisation support required.
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Practising clinicians are not eligible (consider the Starter Grant for Clinical Lecturers instead).
Funding Details:
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Amount: Up to £125,000 total costs
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Duration: 2 years
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Use of Funds: Research consumables; small equipment; research assistant support; travel for meetings and collaborations; mentoring and career development provided by the Academy.
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Exclusions: Personal salary costs; overheads.
Deadline:
Applications open each spring; consult the Academy’s website for the current round’s opening and closing dates.
Where to Go for Further Information & Application:
Apply and find full guidelines on the Academy of Medical Sciences website.
For enquiries: [email protected]
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