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Turing AI World-Leading Researcher Fellowships: round two

Apply for funding to undertake world-leading research to advance the field of artificial intelligence (AI) in the UK.

This opportunity is aimed at established researchers. International applicants are welcome. However, you must be based in the UK at an organisation eligible for UK Research and Innovation funding to hold the fellowship.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Medical Research Council (MRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), UK Research and Innovation
Funding type:
Fellowship
Total fund:
£8,000,000
Award range:
£3,000,000 - £5,000,000
Publication date:
25 March 2022
Opening date:
29 March 2022
Closing date:

Pre-announcement: Turing AI World-Leading Researcher Fellowships: rounds two and three

Apply for funding to carry out world-leading artificial intelligence (AI) research in the UK.

There are no set eligibility criteria for this award. However, you should show that you:

  • have international standing in your area
  • can add value to AI research in the UK
  • can build AI capability and capacity in the UK.

This funding opportunity will open in spring 2022.

Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Medical Research Council (MRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), UK Research and Innovation
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
26 January 2022
Opening date:
To be confirmed
Closing date:
To be confirmed

Clinician scientist fellowship

Apply for funding to support your move to independent investigator in a medical research field.

Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must:

  • be a registered healthcare professional
  • have a PhD or equivalent
  • show evidence of career progression
  • show plans for developing leadership in your specialist area of research.
Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
21 January 2022
Opening date:
22 July 2022
Closing date:

Clinical research training fellowship

Apply for funding to undertake a PhD or to reacquire research skills. Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must be a registered healthcare professional, either:

  • planning to undertake a PhD or similar
  • a PhD graduate working outside of research, usually five or more years ago.
Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
21 January 2022
Opening date:
22 July 2022
Closing date:

Career development award

Apply for funding to support your move to independent investigator in a medical research field.

Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must:

  • have a PhD or equivalent
  • show evidence of career progression
  • show clear plans for developing as a leader in your specialist area of research.
Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
21 January 2022
Opening date:
5 August 2022
Closing date:

Senior clinical fellowship

Apply for funding to help you become an internationally recognised research leader in your field.

Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must:

  • be a registered healthcare professional
  • have a PhD or equivalent
  • have previous experience leading research funded by a UK or international funding organisation
  • be managing your own independent research group.
Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
23 December 2021
Opening date:
10 February 2023
Closing date:

Senior non-clinical fellowship

Apply for funding to help you become an internationally recognised research leader in your field.

Your research can focus on any area of MRC’s remit to improve human health.

You must:

  • have a PhD or equivalent
  • have previous experience leading research funded by a UK or international funding organisation
  • be managing your own independent research group.
Opportunity status:
Upcoming
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
21 December 2021
Opening date:
5 August 2022
Closing date:

Daphne Jackson fellowship

These fellowships are for those looking to return to a research career after a break. Fellowships combine a personalised retraining programme with a challenging research project. They are flexible, usually lasting two years at 0.5 full-time equivalent, although some UKRI funders may award longer.

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Medical Research Council (MRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Co-funders:
The Daphne Jackson Trust
Funding type:
Fellowship
Publication date:
20 September 2020
Opening date:
N/A
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

Researching ME/CFS: highlight notice

Apply for funding to research myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

You can get the funding through any of the existing:

  • grants from MRC research boards
  • MRC fellowships.

You should apply through the existing funding opportunity that is most relevant to your science area and career stage.

 

Opportunity status:
Open
Funders:
Medical Research Council (MRC)
Funding type:
Fellowship, Grant
Publication date:
1 May 2003
Opening date:
1 May 2003
Closing date:
Open - no closing date

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