Wellcome Discovery Awards
Description
Funding for established researchers and teams from any discipline to pursue bold, creative research that can deliver significant shifts in understanding related to human life, health and wellbeing.
Eligibility
Established researchers or teams based at eligible not-for-profit administering organizations in the UK, Republic of Ireland, or eligible low- and middle-income countries may apply, subject to the complete scheme rules.
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