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MRC New Investigator Research Grant

Grant
Medical Research Council Worldwide 2026

Information

The New Investigator Research Grant (NIRG) targets researchers who are capable of becoming independent Principal Investigators and are ready to take the next step toward that goal. It provides support as part of the UKRI/Medical Research Council funding framework for early-stage investigators aiming to establish independent research programmes.

Eligibility

Researchers who are capable of becoming independent Principal Investigators and who are ready to take the next step towards that goal.

Application

See the official funding page for application details.

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