Applications now open for the 2026/2027 NIHR Research Capability Funding
Apply by Monday 13 April 2026, 17:00
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Applications are now open for the 2026/27 NIHR Research Capability Funding through the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The application form and guidance document can be found linked below. Further information can also be found on our Research Capability Funding webpage.
The funding will be for a maximum of 12 months, with a funding limit between £10k-£20k depending on your planned NIHR call application (please see the guidance document for more details).
Applications will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
- Likelihood to lead to a NIHR grant application within the next 18 months
- Importance of the problem being addressed, especially in relation to the NNUH research strategy and patients
- The impact of the proposed RCF activities in improving the chance of success of a NIHR grant, including the PPIE and EDI involvement
- That the RCF activities are clear and achievable with the collaborative team and within the proposed timeframe. That any risks have been assessed and mitigated
- That the research team have got the expertise and experience to move the work forward, including beyond the RCF to a NIHR grant
If you have any queries or you want to discuss potential applications please contact research.grants@nnuh.nhs.uk
Please send completed applications to research.grants@nnuh.nhs.uk by Monday 13 April 2026 at 17:00. Late applications will not be reviewed.
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