Medical Research UK AI policy
Permits AIChecked November 9, 2026
In short
Medical Research UK says applicants may use AI tools in developing their application where appropriate, and remain responsible for its accuracy, originality, and integrity. Generative AI should be used responsibly, and as best practice its outputs in applications should be acknowledged.
For applicants
- Applicants may use AI tools in developing their application where appropriate, but remain responsible for its accuracy, originality, and integrity and should make sure it reflects their own ideas and expertise.[1]
- Researchers must use generative AI responsibly and in line with relevant legal and ethical standards. As best practice, outputs from generative AI tools in applications should be acknowledged.[1]
Sources
- [1]Guidance for Applicants: Changing Policy and Practice Award 2026-27 Round 2
Medical Research UK
“Applicants may choose to use AI tools in developing their application, where appropriate. Applicants remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their submission and should ensure it reflects their own ideas and expertise.”
“When developing funding proposals, researchers must ensure generative AI tools are used responsibly and in accordance with relevant legal and ethical standards where these exist or as they develop. As best practice, any outputs from generative AI tools in funding applications should be acknowledged.”
This page summarizes published guidance and is not legal advice. Policies change, and a specific solicitation can add its own rules, so confirm against the funding announcement before you apply. See every funder's AI policy.