The Springboard for research careers grant from the British Heart Foundation supports early-career UK biomedical researchers in establishing independent research and advancing innovative science.
Funder: British Heart Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Institutional nomination) | June 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to £125,000 over two years per award; typically supports research and career development for early-career biomedical researchers.
Summary: Empowers newly independent biomedical researchers in the UK with funding and professional development to launch their research careers.
This opportunity supports early-career biomedical researchers in the UK as they establish their independent research careers. The scheme, backed by the British Heart Foundation and administered by the Academy of Medical Sciences, provides both financial support and access to mentorship and professional networks. The funding is designed to help researchers set up their teams, undertake innovative biomedical projects, and accelerate their trajectory toward research independence. The program aims to strengthen the UK’s position as a leader in medical science by investing in the next generation of scientific leaders.