Research grants

The Research Grants scheme provides 'seed corn' funding for up to 12 months for independent researchers in the UK who are at an early stage in their career or returning from a career break. The objectives are to enable newly independent researchers to gather preliminary data, develop their research ideas and strengthen applications for further funding; support independent researchers returning to academia after a career break to enable them to develop new ideas and research questions; and increase the availability of equipment and consumables for researchers at the beginning of their career and those returning from career breaks. The scheme provides up to £30,000 of funding for up to 12 months and can cover equipment, consumables, and travel costs and subsistence for essential field research. The Royal Society recognises that diversity is essential for delivering excellence in STEM and encourages applications from the widest range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.