[British Society for Haematology](https://b-s-h.org.uk)

February 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)

Up to £40,000 per grant; typically 5 awards available per cycle; funding is for pump-priming, one-year projects.

Supports novel, high-impact haematology research projects with strong plans for sustainability and measurable impact.

Open to BSH members only; institutional (not personal) bank accounts required for payment.

--- ## Description The BSH Innovation Research Grant is designed to provide pump-priming funding for innovative, high-impact research in haematology. The grant supports clinical, data-driven, and community-focused projects that demonstrate clear plans for sustained impact beyond the funding period. Projects should address unmet needs or underserved populations in haematology and show strong potential for future development or external funding. Awardees are expected to share outcomes at the BSH Annual Scientific Meeting and contribute to the visibility of the BSH grants programme. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projected full application submission deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to £40,000 per grant - Approximately five grants available per round - Funding is intended for one-year, pump-priming projects Eligible costs include pilot clinical studies, registries, real-world data initiatives, and innovative projects targeting unmet needs or underserved groups. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be current members of the British Society for Haematology (BSH), including doctors, nurses, scientists, and allied health professionals. - Membership must be active at the time of application; processing new membership applications (especially for those outside the UK) can take up to six weeks. - Applicants must provide: - A strong research plan with clear milestones and sustainability - A detailed budget - Relevant research experience - Support letter from the current Head of Service or Supervisor - Research funds must be paid into an institutional bank account (not personal accounts). - Recipients must agree to report on outcomes, submit an abstract to the BSH Annual Scientific Meeting, and participate in BSH grant promotion activities if requested. --- ## Application Process 1. Ensure active BSH membership. Apply for membership if not already a member; allow sufficient time for processing. 2. Prepare the following documents: - Research plan with milestones (GANTT chart or project checklist) - Detailed budget (up to £40,000) - Short CV - Letter of support from Head of Service/Supervisor - Application form (available on the [grant webpage](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/innovation-research-grants)) 3. Complete and submit the online application form via the BSH website. 4. Await confirmation of receipt and outcome (outcomes typically communicated within 6 months of deadline). 5. If awarded, submit an abstract to the BSH Annual Scientific Meeting and provide a final report within one year of the award. --- ## Additional Information - Grant recipients may be required to participate in BSH promotional activities (e.g., social media videos). - All research must be conducted to high standards of integrity; any issues of misconduct must be reported to BSH. - Only institutional accounts are eligible to receive funds; personal accounts are not permitted. - Unspent funds may need to be returned; financial reporting is required. - A detailed report of research outcomes and spending is mandatory within a year of the award. --- ## External Links - [BSH Innovation Research Grants – Program Page](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/innovation-research-grants) - [BSH Membership Information & Application](https://b-s-h.org.uk/membership) - [Grants FAQs](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/grants-faqs) - [Terms & Conditions](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/innovation-research-grants/innovation-research-grant-terms-and-conditions) - [BSH Annual Scientific Meeting](https://bshconferences.co.uk/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | General Grants Queries | [grants@b-s-h.org.uk](mailto:grants@b-s-h.org.uk) | | Grants Team Phone | 020 7713 0990 | | Membership Queries | [membership@b-s-h.org.uk](mailto:membership@b-s-h.org.uk) | | BSH Main Website | [https://b-s-h.org.uk](https://b-s-h.org.uk) | ---

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