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Translation MRC Impact Acceleration Awards
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The MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Awards fund £50k-£300k (80% funded) for academically led translational research projects generating critical preliminary data to advance new medicines, devices, diagnostics, or medical interventions toward clinical development. Eligible applicants are researchers at UK institutions; international researchers may join as co-leads, but businesses and non-approved charities cannot be lead applicants. Projects run 6-18 months and exclude clinical trials and fundamental research.
Details
| Funder | MRC (UKRI) |
| Budget | £50k–£300k FEC (80% funded, i.e. up to £240k awarded) |
| Deadline | 11 November 2026 |
| Duration | 6–18 months |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Academically led translational single-step projects generating critical preliminary data for new medicines, devices, diagnostics or other medical interventions. UK research organisations eligible as lead; international researchers may join as project co-leads. Businesses and non-approved charities cannot lead. No clinical trials or fundamental research. Proposals must be submitted in English via UKRI Funding Service.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at UK academic institutions or approved research organisations
- •Translational teams with preliminary data ready to advance toward next development stage
- •Projects on new medicines, devices, diagnostics, or medical interventions (no fundamental research or clinical trials)
- •Teams willing to work with international co-leads, but lead organisation must be UK-based
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 11 November 2026, 4:00 PM UK time
- •Single-stage written evaluation
- •Project duration 6-18 months
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Lead with preliminary data and the critical gap it bridges, reviewers expect near-commercialisation readiness, not exploratory science.
- ✓Name a clear translational pathway (e.g. regulatory milestones, IP strategy, industry route); vague 'future development' language scores poorly.
- ✓International co-leads strengthen the proposal if they add specific technical or clinical depth; include a co-lead letter confirming their role and commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Award fund?
Up to £300,000 (80% funded, so up to £240,000 awarded); the funder covers 80% of Full Economic Cost.
What is the project duration for the MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Award?
Projects run between 6 and 18 months, depending on scope and the preliminary data package.
Can international researchers lead an MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Award?
No; the lead organisation must be a UK research institution. International researchers may participate as named project co-leads.
What types of research are ineligible for the MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Award?
Clinical trials, fundamental research, and proposals led by businesses or non-approved charities are not eligible.
When is the deadline for the MRC Translation Impact Acceleration Award?
The deadline is 11 November 2026 at 4:00 PM UK time; applications are submitted via the UKRI Funding Service.
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