Small molecule high throughput screen using AstraZeneca facilities (Grant)
UK Research and Innovation, Medical Research Council (MRC)
What it funds
Apply for funding to run a high throughput screen (HTS) using AstraZeneca’s compound library and screening robots.There are two funding opportunities per year, which remain open to all targets.
Who can apply
To lead a project, you must be based at an eligible organisation. Check if your organisation is eligible.Who is eligible to applyTo be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity you must show that you will direct the project and be actively engaged in the work.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 projectall necessary support for the project and the applicants will be provided, including mentorship and career development for early career researchersWho is not eligible to applyResearch applications that are led by commercial entities are not eligible. Applications may not include collaborations with additional commercial parties.You are also not eligible to apply for this funding opportunity as a project lead if you are based at an international research organisation. This does not include MRC Unit The Gambia or MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine that are eligible to apply as project lead.Equality, diversity and inclusionWe are co
How to apply
Click here to start application on the UKRI Funding ServiceWe are running this funding opportunity on the new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Funding Service so please ensure that your organisation is registered. You cannot apply on the Joint Electronic Submissions (Je-S) system.The project lead is responsible for completing the application process on the Funding Service, but we expect all team members and project partners to contribute to the application.If the lead research organisation is an NHS organisation, check it is available in the Funding Service. You are encouraged to check this early as there may be additional steps for the organisation to be set up before you can apply.Only the lead research organisation can submit an application to UKRI.To applySelect ‘Start application’ near the beginning of the Funding finder page.Confirm you are the project lead.Sign in or create a Fun
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