CfI: Engineering Biology for Defra and FSA Phase 1
Funding
£100,000 – £200,000
Deadline
14 October 2026
Location
England
Applications
Deadline: 14 October 2026
Overview
This grant offers a share of up to £3 million for Engineering Biology projects. Engineering Biology uses living systems, like cells or microbes, to create new products and services. You can apply for between £100,000 and £200,000. Projects must be based in England. The deadline to apply is 14 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Project must relate to Engineering Biology platforms, products, or services
- Must be based in England
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This grant is for businesses and organisations in England working on Engineering Biology, including platforms, products, and services. It is linked to priorities set by Defra and the Food Standards Agency, so food, agriculture, and environmental sectors are likely a strong fit. It is not open to applicants outside England.
Regions
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Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
Organisations can apply for a share up to £3 million inclusive of VAT, to develop and scale Engineering Biology platforms, products and services.
Apply through Innovate UK's funding portal on the UKRI website. This is a Phase 1 competition, so check whether a two-stage process applies before you start your application.
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