Medical Research Council (MRC)

MRC funds research at the forefront of science to prevent illness, develop therapies and improve human health.

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Molecular and cellular medicine: new investigator

Apply for funding to:

  • research molecular and cellular medicine
  • take the next step towards becoming an independent researcher

You must have:

  • the skills and experience to ‘transition to independence’
  • the support of a host research organisation eligible for MRC funding

Neurosciences and mental health: new investigator

Apply for funding to:

  • research neurosciences and mental health
  • take the next step towards becoming an independent researcher

You must have:

  • the skills and experience to ‘transition to independence’
  • the support of a host research organisation eligible for MRC funding

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Medical Research Council (MRC)
Polaris House,
North Star Avenue,
Swindon,
SN2 1FL

Events

Environmental sustainability: strategies for waste reduction

1 July 2025

Online and at The University of Edinburgh, Michael Swann Building, Max Born Crescent, The King’s Buildings, Edinburgh, EH9 3BF, Room 7.20 (hybrid event)

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