Academy of Medical Sciences: GCRF Networking Grants, Mar 2019

Closing date: 21 March 2019

This scheme allows researchers from across disciplines and from developing countries and the UK to hold networking events, to forge new links and generate innovative transdisciplinary research ideas to address global challenges. We expect that these new networks will then be better equipped to apply for larger grants offered by the GCRF programme and other funding initiatives.

Applicants can be from any discipline, and applications should focus on building a collaborative network. Therefore proposals should be submitted jointly by a lead overseas researcher from a developing country and a lead researcher based in the UK.

To be eligible to apply, both applicants must:

Have completed a PhD or have experience at an equivalent level
Have proven research experience in their field
Hold a permanent position at an eligible institution (in the UK or a DAC-listed country), or a fixed term contract for the duration of the award

Lead applicants must not be affiliated to a private or commercial organisation. Applications will not be considered if there is more than one UK co-applicant or an overseas applicant not from a DAC-listed country.

For the full call text please visit the Academy of Medical Sciences' grant call webpage.

If you're thinking of applying, the GCRF Panel Chair has posted this guidance on 'what makes a strong application'.