If you've got a great idea in the areas we support, browse our grant schemes to find the one that's right for you.
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Offering nationals of low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to receive training at Master’s degree level.
30 months (12 months taught Master’s course and 18 months research project)
£120,000 including salary, studentship stipend, fees and research expenses
This scheme provides funding for early-career researchers from any discipline who are ready to develop their research identity. Through innovative projects, they will deliver shifts in understanding that could improve human life, health and wellbeing. By the end of the award, they will be ready to lead their own independent research programme.
Usually 5 years, but may be less for some disciplines, and longer if held on a part-time basis
Salary and up to £400,000 for research expenses
This scheme provides funding for mid-career researchers from any discipline who have the potential to be international research leaders. They will develop their research capabilities, drive innovative programmes of work and deliver significant shifts in understanding that could improve human life, health and wellbeing.
Usually 8 years, but may be less for some disciplines and longer if held on a part-time basis
You should ask for your salary (if required) and the resources you need for your research programme – see the 'What we offer' section on this page. You will need to justify this in your application.
This scheme provides funding for established researchers and teams from any discipline who want to pursue bold and creative research ideas to deliver significant shifts in understanding that could improve human life, health and wellbeing.
Usually 8 years, but may be less for some disciplines, and longer if held on a part-time basis.
You should ask for the resources you need for your research programme – see the 'What we offer' section on this page. You will need to justify this in your application.
Offering nationals of low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to receive training at postgraduate or postdoctoral level.
3 years
Usually £150,00 to £300,000 for salary, fees and research expenses
Enabling researchers to undertake humanities or social science doctoral degrees in any area of health.
Usually 3 years
Stipend, research expenses and tuition fees
Offering recently qualified postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to start independent research careers, working in some of the best research environments in the world.
4 years
£300,000, including salary, fellowship supplement and research expenses
Supporting postdoctoral researchers in health-related humanities and social sciences who do not hold established academic posts.
Up to 3 years
Salary and research expenses covered
Supporting researchers who are transforming great ideas into healthcare innovations that could have a significant impact on human health.
Usually up to 24 months, or up to 36 months for multidisciplinary collaborations
Up to £500,000, or up to £750,000 for multidisciplinary collaborations
Providing support for postdoctoral researchers who aim to become independent scientists leading their own groups. The scheme is a partnership between the Royal Society and the Wellcome Trust.
5 years (see the 'What we offer' section on this page for an update on extensions)
Usually up to around £1.2 million, including salary and research expenses
Offering clinicians the opportunity to undertake a PhD within a structured and mentored training environment.
Usually 3 years
Salary and research expenses covered
This funding supports Wellcome grantholders who want to use public insights to develop their research. Find out what we offer and how to apply.
Funding will end at the same time as your main Wellcome grant
Between £10,000 and £250,000 (depending on your main Wellcome grant)
Enabling independent researchers with a compelling research vision to tackle the most important questions in science.
Flexible duration, up to 7 years
Flexible funding, up to around £3 million. Salary isn’t provided.
Funding teams of researchers, consisting of independent research groups, to work together on the most important scientific problems that can only be solved through collaborative efforts.
Usually up to 5 years, but can be up to 7 years in exceptional circumstances
Up to £4 million
Offering nationals of low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to lead their own research programmes.
5 years
Usually £400,000 to £800,000 for salary and research expenses
Supporting independent researchers who are emerging as global leaders in their field and want to tackle the most important questions in science.
Typically 5 years, but can be up to 7 years if a strong scientific justification is provided (see the ‘What we offer’ section on this page for an update on renewals)
Salary and research expenses covered
Bringing researchers and creative professionals together at Wellcome Collection to work as a collaborative residency.
One to two years
Flexible funding, up to £1 million
Enabling clinically active healthcare professionals to continue their research at postdoctoral level and develop scientific independence.
Up to 8 years (see the 'What we offer' section on this page for an update on stage 2 funding beyond 2021)
Salary and research expenses covered