[British Heart Foundation](https://www.bhf.org.uk)

February 4, 2026 (Preliminary, first intake) | August 5, 2026 (Preliminary, second intake)

No set limit; awards typically up to 3 years, with budgets justified by project scope.

Supports innovative cardiovascular technologies from proof-of-concept to market readiness, emphasizing strong IP and commercialisation strategies.

Preliminary application required; full application by invitation only.

--- ## Description The British Heart Foundation's Translational Awards are designed to accelerate the development of novel technologies with transformative potential for human cardiovascular health. The scheme funds projects at any stage from proof-of-concept to early phase clinical trials (up to phase II), provided they address an unmet clinical need and demonstrate a clear route to market and commercialisation. Projects must have a robust intellectual property (IP) position and a credible development strategy likely to attract follow-on investment. Structured, milestone-driven project plans and collaboration with the institution’s Technology Transfer Office (TTO) are essential. --- ## Due Dates - February 4, 2026: Preliminary application deadline (first 2026 intake) - August 5, 2026: Preliminary application deadline (second 2026 intake) Applications must be submitted by 17:00 (UK time) on the deadline date. Late submissions are not considered. Full application deadlines are provided directly to successful preliminary applicants. --- ## Funding Amount - No upper funding limit; budgets must be fully justified and appropriate for the proposed work. - Typical award duration is up to 3 years, structured with 3–5 clear, progression-based milestones. - Eligible costs include staff salaries (excluding PhD studentships), consumables, essential equipment, outsourcing (e.g., CROs), and project management. - Travel fund: up to £1,000 per year for conference attendance. --- ## Eligibility - The Principal Investigator (PI) must be a researcher at an established UK research institution. - Collaborators may include individuals or teams from commercial organisations. - Projects must focus on developing a technology/intervention for cardiovascular health, with strong IP and commercialisation potential. - Applications must be developed in partnership with the host institution’s TTO. --- ## Application Process 1. **Preliminary Application:** - Submit via the [BHF Grants Management System](https://researchgrants.bhf.org.uk/). - Must be completed in collaboration with your institution’s TTO. - Use the [preliminary application sample form](https://www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/files/for-professionals/research/sample-flexi-grant-forms/sample-form-translational-award-prelim-mh-240621.pdf?rev=27d08d0d186e4fdd9b1faa4a8b01d546&hash=45887C6EE4697A50968B452A7CD423CA) for guidance. 2. **Full Application:** - By invitation only, following successful preliminary review. - Requires detailed project plan, milestones, IP strategy, budget, and supporting documents. - Applicants will present and defend proposals at interview with the Translational Awards Committee. - See the [full application sample form](https://www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/files/for-professionals/research/sample-flexi-grant-forms/sample-form-translational-award-full-mh-240621.pdf?rev=59fded0fa7954391ba59682057a0872a&hash=DDD365D0BFD748EE3D0432678BBFB486). 3. **Review & Decision:** - Peer review by independent experts and assessment by the Translational Awards Committee. - Allow up to 10 months from preliminary submission to final funding decision. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must be milestone-driven with non-overlapping, SMART GO/NO-GO criteria. - Strong emphasis on IP protection, regulatory planning, and commercialisation route. - Funding is flexible, but PhD studentships are not supported. - Animal and/or human studies must comply with relevant UK regulations and ethical approvals. - The BHF encourages early contact with their Research Translation Team to discuss eligibility and project fit: [researchtranslation@bhf.org.uk](mailto:researchtranslation@bhf.org.uk). --- ## External Links - [BHF Translational Awards Program Page](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/what-we-fund/translational-grant) - [BHF Grants Management System](https://researchgrants.bhf.org.uk/) - [Grant Costing Guide](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/how-to-apply/grant-costing-guide) - [Translational Awards Committee](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/how-we-award/translational-grant-advisory-group) - [How to Apply for a BHF Grant](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/how-to-apply) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [heretohelp@bhf.org.uk](mailto:heretohelp@bhf.org.uk) \| 0300 330 3322 | | Research Translation Team | [researchtranslation@bhf.org.uk](mailto:researchtranslation@bhf.org.uk) | | Grants Management System Help | [gmsqueries@bhf.org.uk](mailto:gmsqueries@bhf.org.uk) | | Postal Address | Greater London House, 180 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 7AW, UK |

Translational Awards

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