Wellcome
Wellcome Discovery Award
3 rounds per fiscal year; rolling open calls
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Details
| Funder | Wellcome |
| Budget | Up to £8.8M |
| Duration | Up to 8 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | GBIE |
Eligibility & scope
For established researchers and teams pursuing bold, creative research questions across any discipline with a clear link to human health. Lead PI must have international standing. Open to applicants in UK, Republic of Ireland, or OECD low- and middle-income countries (excluding China and India). Covers all resources needed. Large-scale clinical trials not funded.
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