Funder: Wellcome Trust
Due Dates: July 21, 2026 | November 10, 2026 | April 6, 2027 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026
Funding Amounts: Salary plus up to £400,000 for research expenses (over 5 years); additional eligible costs (overheads, overseas, disability adjustments) may be covered.
Summary: Supports early-career researchers to lead independent, innovative projects in any discipline that advance understanding or tools for health.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by 15:00 local UK time on deadline day; eligibility and project fit with Discovery Research remit are critical.