Early independence: BBSRC fellowships: outline
Funding
Up to £9,000,000
Deadline
Check with the funder
Location
England
Applications
Rolling applications
Overview
BBSRC fellowships provide funding up to £9 million for independent research projects in biotechnology and biological sciences. These fellowships help researchers advance their careers by running their own research programmes. The funding supports salary, research costs, and equipment over several years. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. You need to demonstrate research excellence and independence. The fellowship covers various career stages from early career to senior researchers. Projects must align with BBSRC's research priorities in life sciences and biotechnology.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be for biotechnology or biological sciences research
- Must demonstrate research independence
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This fellowship is for researchers in biotechnology and biological sciences who want to establish independent research careers. You need a strong research background and a compelling project proposal. It is suitable for various career stages from early career to senior researchers.
Regions
No published award history for Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
Apply for a BBSRC fellowship to further your career through an independent research project.You must:
Apply through the BBSRC funding portal with a detailed research proposal. You need to demonstrate your research track record and project feasibility. Check BBSRC website for current application guidelines and requirements.
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