Bioinformatics and Biological Resources Fund (26BBR)
UK Research and Innovation's Bioinformatics and Biological Resources Fund (26BBR) supports the development and improvement of vital bioinformatics and biological resources for UK bioscience research.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates: November 19, 2026: Closing date
Funding Amounts: Up to £2,000,000 FEC per project (BBSRC funds 80%, up to £1.6M); total fund ~£7,000,000; project duration up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports the implementation, improvement, or consolidation of community-focused bioinformatics and biological resources to strengthen UK bioscience infrastructure.
Key Information: Applicants must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for BBSRC funding; international researchers may participate as project partners only.
Description
This opportunity, delivered by UKRI's Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), aims to support the development, enhancement, or maintenance of vital bioinformatics and biological resources that underpin UK bioscience research. The fund addresses the need for sustainable, high-quality data, software, and biological materials, enabling the UK research community to manage complex datasets, develop advanced analytical tools, and access critical biological resources. Projects must deliver resources that serve significant demand or established user bases, with a strong emphasis on community benefit, open access, and long-term sustainability. Priority is given to resources that enhance the UK's international competitiveness, particularly in data-driven bioscience, AI, and machine learning.
