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

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to £2,000 per event; funding supports scientific conferences, meetings, and workshops.

Supports organisers of scientific events relevant to Alzheimer's research to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Lead applicant must be based at a UK academic/research institution; event co-applicants and venue may be international.

--- ## Description This grant scheme from Alzheimer's Research UK provides up to £2,000 in financial support for organisers of scientific events such as conferences, meetings, workshops, working groups, or other small-scale activities directly relevant to Alzheimer's research. The funding aims to facilitate collaborative planning, produce impactful outputs (such as landscape reviews or reports), and foster knowledge exchange and collaboration within the dementia research community. Events supported by this grant should advance research and support the organisation of impactful scientific gatherings. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to £2,000 per event. - Funding is intended to support costs directly associated with organising scientific conferences, workshops, themed meetings, or collaborative planning activities relevant to Alzheimer's research. --- ## Eligibility - The lead applicant and main point of contact must be based at a UK academic or research institution. - Event co-applicants and the event venue may be international. - The lead applicant must hold a contract (fixed-term or tenure) covering the proposed grant duration. - Applicants must be the organisers or hosts of the event. - Funding is not available for individual travel bursaries; these are handled through separate ARUK network centres. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Alzheimer's Research UK grant application website](https://a-r.org.uk/). - If sponsorship packages are available for your event, details should be attached to the application. - Applications are reviewed by the ARUK Research Team, and a decision is typically provided within 8 weeks. - All grant holders are required to submit a brief report following the event. --- ## Additional Information - All applications are subject to [Alzheimer's Research UK research guidelines and policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/). - Indirect costs (such as overheads) are not covered. - The scheme does not support individual travel grants for conference attendance. - Applicants should review the [Eligibility Guidelines](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Grant-Scheme-Eligilibity-Document-October-2024.pdf) for further details. --- ## External Links - [Scheme Overview & Application](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/scientific-conference/) - [Application FAQs](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/grant-schemes/application-faqs/) - [Research Guidelines & Policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/) - [Eligibility Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Grant-Scheme-Eligilibity-Document-October-2024.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [research@alzheimersresearchuk.org](mailto:research@alzheimersresearchuk.org) | | Phone | +44 (0)300 111 5555 | | Funder Contact Page | [Contact & Resources](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/) |

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