The BSH Innovation Research Grant is a pump-priming fund of up to £40,000 designed to support novel, high-impact projects with a clear plan for sustainability of impact beyond the end of the grant funding. Whether your research is clinical, data-driven, or community-focused, we want to hear from you.

Five grants of up to £40,000 are available

What we Fund

  • Pilot clinical studies
  • Registries and real-world data applications
  • Innovative projects addressing unmet needs and underserved populations

What we are looking for

•    A strong research plan
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Clear impact and sustainability of impact beyond the end of the grant funding
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Detailed budget and relevant experience
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Support from your current Head of Service/Supervisor

Grant recipients will on completion of their research: 

  • Submit a grant report
  • Submit an abstract for the BSH Annual Scientific Meeting
  • Feature in a social media video if asked to promote BSH's grants programme or to highlight impact of the grant.

Eligibility: Open to all BSH members – including doctors, nurses, scientists, and allied health professionals.

Deadline for Applications: 3rd February 2026.

When can I expect to hear the outcome of my application? We aim to review proposals and get back to applicants by 3rd August 2026.

Funding available: Up to £40,000 per grant | Five grants available

Any questions? Email: [email protected] 

Please read the Terms and Conditions of this grant before applying by completing the application form below.  

Application form for Innovative Research Grant