Deadline: 27 October 2016
Innovate UK on behalf of the Department of Health is seeking applications for its program entitled “Antimicrobial Resistance” to invest up to £4 million to support the UK’s capability to conduct research into antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
The aim of the program is to develop new products and services that will reduce the impact of drug resistant pathogens, slow down the emergence of new ones, and produce new products and services including drugs, vaccines and diagnostics.
Aims
- Strengthen research and innovation excellence across the UK
- Maximise private sector engagement and leverage funding
- Capitalise on existing UK expertise in AMR research and innovation
- Support and use capability in different regions
Funding Information
Funding awards are likely to be in the range of £200,000 and £2 million. Exceptional applications may be awarded more and organisations can request less than £200,000.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply you must:
- be a UK based organisation
- be an organisation of any size or type (any organisation can lead a consortium)
- carry out applicant’s project in the UK (although applicants can collaborate with international organisations)
- work alone or in a consortium with other UK organisations. A consortium can be made up of any type of UK organisation including businesses, charities, universities and hospitals, and any mix of these
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
Eligible Country: United Kingdom
For more information, please visit Innovate UK Antimicrobial Resistance.