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

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to £420,000 for up to 4 years; possible 1-year extension (£120,000).

Supports experienced dementia researchers transitioning to independence, covering salary, staff, and research costs to foster future leaders in biomedical dementia research.

--- ## Description This fellowship supports PhD-qualified clinical and non-clinical researchers with nationally competitive research records who are ready to lead their own independent group in biomedical dementia research. Funding covers salary, support staff, and research costs, aiming to retain outstanding talent and encourage institutional commitment to tenured appointments. Fellows are expected to become internationally recognized experts and will undergo a rigorous review process involving expert panels and individuals with lived experience of dementia. --- ## 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 £420,000 for up to four years. - Possibility of a one-year extension (£120,000) for eligible fellows nearing completion. - Funding covers salary, support staff, animal, travel, and running costs. - Encourages institutional co-funding and commitment to tenured appointments. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be PhD-qualified clinical or non-clinical researchers on the verge of independence. - Must demonstrate a strong track record of original and productive research, typically including at least one previous postdoctoral appointment. - Should evidence progress toward independence, e.g.: - Diverse collaborations and partnerships independent of prior supervisors. - Receipt of small amounts of independent funding (e.g., previous intermediate fellowship). - Track record in managing laboratory staff. - Applicants who hold tenure are **not eligible**. - Lead applicant and point of contact must be based at a UK academic/research institution; collaborators outside the UK are permitted. - A senior, tenured or tenure-track Sponsor at the host institution is required. - Fellowships must be applied for by the prospective Fellow, not the Sponsor. - Ethical approval and/or Home Office licenses must be obtained if required for the project. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Alzheimer's Research UK grant application portal](https://grants.alzheimersresearchuk.org/). - The round typically opens about three months before the deadline. - The review process includes: - Triage by expert panel members. - Written and interview-based rebuttal opportunities. - Review by individuals with lived experience of dementia (Plain English summary required). - Final interview with the Grant Review Board and lived experience representatives. - Applications are evaluated on scientific excellence, applicant/team expertise, and fit to scheme criteria (see [review criteria](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Scoring-and-review-criteria-October-2024-.pdf)). - Feedback is provided to unsuccessful applicants upon request. - Extension applications (for current fellows) are encouraged at the end of year three. --- ## Additional Information - Indirect costs are not covered. - Training costs for early career researchers can be included (up to £1,000 per person per year). - Flexible working arrangements are supported if agreed by the host institution. - Only one lead applicant per application; co-applicants/collaborators are allowed. - The scheme does not support care or service delivery research. --- ## External Links - [Scheme details and guidance](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/senior-research-fellowship) - [Eligibility Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ARUK-Grant-Scheme-Eligibility-Document-September-2025.pdf) - [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/) - [Review criteria (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Scoring-and-review-criteria-October-2024-.pdf) - [Grant application portal](https://grants.alzheimersresearchuk.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [research@alzheimersresearchuk.org](mailto:research@alzheimersresearchuk.org) | | Phone | 0300 111 5555 | | Additional Resources | [Researcher resources and information](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/) |

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