[Alzheimer's Research UK](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research)

October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to £750,000 total over up to 5 years; salary for 0.5 FTE research time plus justified project costs and training.

Supports UK-based clinicians to develop independent research careers in dementia while maintaining clinical practice, emphasizing translational research and clinical trials.

--- ## Description This fellowship provides substantial funding for clinically active professionals in the UK who wish to advance dementia research alongside their clinical duties. The program aims to foster the next generation of independent clinical researchers, with a focus on impactful projects in treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of dementia, especially interventional clinical trials. Fellows are expected to integrate research and clinical work, benefit from mentorship, and develop collaborations. The review process includes scientific peer review, lived experience input, and interviews. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: up to £750,000 per fellowship. - Covers salary for up to 0.5 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) research time, plus justified project costs (e.g., consumables, additional staff, travel, training, public involvement, publication costs). - Fellowship duration: typically up to 5 years (negotiable for optimal clinical/research balance). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be clinically qualified, active healthcare professionals in the UK (e.g., neurologists, clinical psychologists, nurses, allied health professionals). - Strong track record of impactful research and evidence of increasing independence. - Must propose clinical research aligned with Alzheimer’s Research UK’s strategy (treatment, diagnosis, prevention of dementia). Interventional clinical trials are particularly encouraged. - Must have a UK-based host institution and a sponsor (an established investigator at the institution). - Flexible research time arrangements are possible; part-time and career-break returners are welcome. - Host institution must provide a letter of support; collaborations outside the UK are permitted. - All requisite ethical and regulatory approvals must be obtained before funding is released. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [Alzheimer’s Research UK grant application portal](https://grants.alzheimersresearchuk.org/) (Flexigrant system). - Only open during the application window; check the program page for updates. - Required documents include a detailed research proposal, institutional and collaborator letters of support, and a plain English summary for lived experience review. - The review process involves: - Expert panel triage - Opportunity to respond to reviewer feedback (live rebuttal during interview) - Lived experience review and scoring - Fellowship interview (presentation and Q&A) - Final funding recommendations by the Clinical Committee --- ## Additional Information - Success rate: In recent years, 4 out of 19 Clinical Research Fellowship applications were funded. - Fellows are expected to report regularly on project progress and impact. - Only directly incurred research costs are reimbursed; inflation must be clearly indicated. - For detailed eligibility and costing guidance, consult the [Early Career Researcher Framework (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Early-Career-Researcher-Framework-Nov18.pdf) and [Research Guidelines and Policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/). --- ## External Links - [Program page: Advanced Clinical Fellowship](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/advanced-clinical-fellowship) - [Alzheimer’s Research UK Research Opportunities](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/for-researchers/research-opportunities/) - [Application portal (Flexigrant)](https://grants.alzheimersresearchuk.org/) - [Research guidelines and policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/) - [Early Career Researcher Framework (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Early-Career-Researcher-Framework-Nov18.pdf) - [Application FAQs](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/grant-schemes/application-faqs/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [research@alzheimersresearchuk.org](mailto:research@alzheimersresearchuk.org) | | Phone | 0300 111 5555 | | Researcher Resources | [Resources and Information](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/) | | Mailing Address | 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Cambridge CB21 6AD, United Kingdom | ---

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