The BSH Innovation Research Grant is a pump-priming fund of up to £40,000 designed to support novel, high-impact projects with a clear plan for sustainability of impact beyond the end of the grant funding. Whether your research is clinical, data-driven, or community-focused, we want to hear from you!

Deadline for Applications: 3rd February 2026.

When can I expect to hear the outcome of my application? We aim to review proposals and get back to applicants by 3rd August 2026.

Funding available: Up to £40,000 per grant | Five grants available

What we Fund

  • Pilot clinical studies
  • Registries and real-world data applications
  • Innovative projects addressing unmet needs and underserved populations

Who can apply: Open to all BSH members – including doctors, nurses, scientists, and allied health professionals.

Availability:
Five grants of up to £40,000 

What we are looking for

•    A strong research plan
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Clear impact and sustainability of impact beyond the end of the grant funding
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Detailed budget and relevant experience
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Support from your Head of Service or Supervisor

Grant recipients will on completion of their research: 

  • 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. 

Any questions? Email: [email protected] 

Please read the Terms of Reference for this grant before applying by completing the application form below.  

Application form for Innovative Research Grant

 

Please describe the impact of this award on your career or research field, and include a plan for the sustainability of this impact beyond the end of the grant funding.