MRC: Neurosciences and mental health research: responsive mode: research grant

19/10/2023

10/01/2024

Apply for funding to support research projects focused on neurosciences and mental health. You must be a researcher employed by a research organisation eligible to apply for Medical Research Council (MRC) funding. You can involve more than one research group or organisation in the project. There is no limit to the funding you can apply for, but it should be appropriate to the project. We will usually fund up to 80% of your project’s full economic cost. Projects can last up to five years, but they typically last three to four years.

We’re looking to fund research into neurosciences and mental health. The neurosciences and mental health board funds research in: - neurosciences - mental health - disorders of the human nervous system We aim to transform our understanding of the physiology and behaviour of the human nervous system throughout the life course in health and in illness, as well as how to treat and prevent disorders of the brain.

To be eligible to apply for this opportunity you must: be a researcher employed by an eligible research organisation show that you will direct the project and be actively engaged in the work focus your application within the research area of neurosciences and mental health For applicants who do not have a contract of employment for the duration of the proposed project, by submitting an application the research organisation is confirming, if it is successful: contracts will be extended beyond the end date of the project all necessary support for the project and the applicants will be provided, including mentorship and career development for early career researchers