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Wellcome Early-Career Awards – July 2026 Round
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Details
| Funder | Wellcome |
| Deadline | 21 July 2026 |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage: application → shortlisting (October 2026) → interviews (12–14 January 2027) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
For early-career researchers across a broad range of disciplines (cell biology, genetics, brain sciences, infection, population health, arts & humanities, social sciences). Applications managed in English via the Wellcome Funding platform; administering organisation must approve and submit by 15:00 GMT/BST on deadline day. Global eligibility; LMIC-based researchers encouraged.
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