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Purchase Mid-Range Equipment for Biomedical Research (MRC Equip)
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The MRC Equipment grant funds the purchase of a single piece of capital biomedical research equipment costing over £200,000, up to £1 million (100% FEC), over a seven-month project period. It is open to researchers and research technical professionals at eligible UK research organisations, with a maximum of two applications per institution. Generic computing platforms, lab consumables, and buildings are excluded; equipment must fall within the MRC's biomedical research remit.
Details
| Funder | MRC |
| Budget | Up to £1M (100% FEC) |
| Duration | Up to 7 months (end date 31 December 2027) |
| Consortium | No |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Funds purchase of a single piece of capital biomedical research equipment costing over £200k (incl. VAT), 100% FEC funded. Open to researchers/research technical professionals at eligible UK research organisations (max 2 applications per org). MRC units in The Gambia and Uganda are eligible; other international organisations are not. Equipment must be for biomedical research within MRC remit; generic computing platforms, lab consumables, and buildings are excluded.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers and research technical professionals at UK eligible organisations
- •Institutions seeking to acquire a single, high-value piece of capital equipment (£200k-£1M)
- •Teams working within the MRC's biomedical research scope
- •Applicants whose equipment will support active, ongoing research programmes
Key Dates
- •Full deadline and application details to be published when the call opens
- •Project duration up to 7 months, ending 31 December 2027
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Confirm your institution is MRC-eligible before investing time; the call permits a maximum of two applications per organisation.
- ✓Equipment must be a standalone capital item; ensure your planned purchase does not fall into the excluded categories (computing platforms, consumables, buildings).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can the MRC Equipment grant fund?
Up to £1 million (100% FEC) for a single piece of equipment costing over £200,000 including VAT.
Who is eligible to apply for the MRC Equipment grant?
Researchers and research technical professionals at eligible UK research organisations; MRC units in The Gambia and Uganda are also eligible, but other international organisations are not.
What types of equipment can the MRC Equipment grant fund?
Capital biomedical research equipment within the MRC remit; generic computing platforms, lab consumables, and buildings are excluded.
How long does an MRC Equipment project run?
Up to 7 months, with the project end date of 31 December 2027.
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