Deadline: 12-Aug-2026
The Auckland Medical Research Foundation is inviting applications for its Project Grant Programme to support high-quality medical research that improves health, science, and quality of life.
The programme funds biomedical, clinical, bioengineering, public health, and population health research projects across the greater Auckland and Northland region of New Zealand.
Funding Support
- Maximum grant amount: NZD 200,000
- Maximum project duration: 2 years
- Around 14 grants awarded per funding round
Supported Research Areas
- Biomedical research
- Bioengineering
- Clinical research
- Public health
- Population health
- Health science innovation
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be affiliated with a recognised host institution in Auckland or Northland
- Hold tenure or employment covering the full grant duration
- Apply through a tertiary institution, DHB, or Crown Research Institute (CRI)
Eligible institutions include:
- Universities and tertiary institutions
- District Health Boards (DHBs)
- Crown Research Institutes (CRIs)
Ineligible Costs
Funding cannot support:
- Overheads or indirect costs
- Salary buyout
- Office expenses
- Accommodation costs
- Computers
- Equipment above NZD 5,000
- Conference attendance
- Retrospective funding
- Masters or PhD stipends and fees
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Online application through the official portal
- Research proposal and budget
- Project timeline
- Institutional affiliation details
FAQ
- Who can apply?
- Researchers affiliated with eligible Auckland or Northland institutions.
- What is the maximum funding available?
- Up to NZD 200,000 per project.
- How long can projects run?
- Up to 2 years.
- Are students eligible as principal investigators?
- No.
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students cannot serve as principal investigators.
- Can PhD or MD students participate?
- Yes.
- They may participate as co-applicants.
- Are equipment purchases allowed?
- Yes, but equipment over NZD 5,000 is not funded.
- Can the grant support conference travel?
- No.
- Conference costs are ineligible.
Conclusion
The Auckland Medical Research Foundation Project Grant Programme supports impactful medical and health research across New Zealand’s Auckland and Northland regions. The initiative helps researchers advance innovative health solutions, strengthen scientific knowledge, and improve public health outcomes through high-quality research projects.
For more information, visit AMRF.