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Innovation Research Grants

The deadline for applications for this grant has now passed for 2026. Check back here for dates for the next application round.

The BSH Innovation Research Grant provides pump‑priming funding of up to £40,000 to support novel, high‑impact projects with a clear plan for sustaining impact beyond the grant period.

We welcome applications for clinical, data‑driven, and community‑focused research.

Award Summary

Up to £40,000 per grant, five available
Who can apply? All BSH Members (including doctors, nurses, scientists, and allied health professionals)
Eligibility 

We are looking for:

  • A strong research plan
  • Clear impact and sustainability of impact beyond the end of the grant funding
  • Detailed budget and relevant experience
  • Support from your current Head of Service/Supervisor
Funding Includes
  • Pilot clinical studies
  • Registries and real-world data applications
  • Innovative projects addressing unmet needs and underserved populations
Recipient Requirements
  • Submit a grant report
  • Submit an abstract for the BSH Annual Scientific Meeting
  • Feature in a social media video if asked to promote BSH's grants programme or to highlight impact of the grant.
Deadline and Outcome 3 February 2026, outcome expected by 3 August 2026

Please note:

Membership applications for those resident outside of the UK are considered once a month by Governance Committee therefore please allow 6 weeks if submitting a membership application for approval and processing if joining BSH in order to apply for this grant. 

Further Information

 

If you have any questions about this grant, please contact [email protected]. You may also find our Grants FAQs helpful, and we recommend reading the full Terms and Conditions before applying.

Application form for Innovation Research Grant