Fight for Sight / Bowman Club Small Grant
The Fight for Sight / Bowman Club Small Grant funds UK-based research on corneal and ocular surface diseases, supporting ophthalmologists in generating pilot data for future vision science studies.
Funder: Fight for Sight
Due Dates: September 7, 2026 | November 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to £15,000 for 12 months per award.
Summary: Supports UK-based ophthalmologists' pilot research on corneal and ocular surface diseases to generate preliminary data for future vision science funding.
Key Information: Lead applicants must be clinical scientists (ophthalmologists) affiliated with UK institutions; research must be conducted in the UK.
Description
This grant supports ophthalmologists undertaking research focused on corneal and ocular surface diseases, providing funding to generate preliminary or pilot data that can strengthen future applications for larger grants. The initiative is designed to advance knowledge in vision science, specifically targeting the understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of sight loss related to the cornea. Projects must align with Fight for Sight’s research priorities and be conducted within the UK.
