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Commissioned Research (NIHR-NICE Rolling)
Rolling commissioned call; specific topic deadlines set at time of commission
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NIHR Commissioned Research (NICE Rolling) funds public health research addressing evidence gaps in NICE guidance, open to UK-based institutions through a rolling call with topic-specific deadlines. Projects must include economic evaluation, demonstrate public health need and generalisability, and involve public or stakeholder engagement to reduce health inequalities. The call accepts primary research, pilot and feasibility studies, and evidence synthesis from researchers independent of commercial conflicts.
Details
| Funder | NIHR |
| Application | 2-stage: outline application → full application |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Commissioned public health research addressing NICE guidance evidence gaps. Proposals must demonstrate public health need, generalisability, and health inequality reduction. Requires economic evaluation and public/stakeholder involvement. Accepts primary research, pilot/feasibility studies, and evidence synthesis. Host institutions must be UK-based. Proposals must be independent of commercial conflicts.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at UK academic or NHS host institutions
- •Public health research teams with health inequality focus
- •Researchers capable of designing economic evaluation components
- •Teams with established public or stakeholder involvement pathways
- •Applicants able to demonstrate independence from commercial interests
Key Dates
- •Rolling call with topic-specific deadlines announced at time of commission
- •Two-stage: outline application followed by full application
- •Continuous call, no fixed annual deadline
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Check the NIHR website for current commissioned topics before investing in a proposal, applications must address an active call priority.
- ✓Public involvement is mandatory, not optional; name your public contributors and describe their role in design and execution.
- ✓Economic evaluation is a core requirement; include a health economist or costed health-economic methods from the outset.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does NIHR Commissioned Research differ from open calls?
This is a commissioned call, NIHR sets topic priorities and deadlines, rather than accepting applications across all research areas. You must align your proposal with an active commissioned topic.
Is public involvement required in NIHR Commissioned Research?
Yes, public or stakeholder involvement is mandatory and must be embedded in study design and delivery.
What is the host institution requirement?
Your host institution must be UK-based; NIHR does not fund research led from outside the UK through this call.
Can I apply if my research has commercial partnerships?
Proposals must be independent of commercial conflicts; commercial involvement may disqualify applications depending on scope and nature.
What types of research does this call accept?
Primary research, pilot and feasibility studies, and evidence synthesis all eligible if they address a NICE guidance evidence gap.
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