Support for applicants and grant holders
Everything you need to make the most of your application and align with our policies.
Explore our guidance on submitting your application and making it the best it can be. Please read our grant policies and terms and conditions before submitting your application.
Make the most of your application with our support
Make your application the best it can be with our guidance on how to use our grants management system, advice on patient and public involvement and tips on writing for your patient audience.
If you require support with patient and public involvement, we're happy to help. Please contact [email protected].
How to use our Grants Management System
Applications must be submitted via our online Grants Management System. Please read our guidance on registration and how to use the system.
Patient and public involvement
Learn about our Patient Voice Grant Advisory Network and read our advice on how to successfully involve patients and the public in your research.
Writing for your patient audience
Writing in plain English or 'lay language' is important so you can communicate your work to all audiences. Get advice on how to write for your patient audience.
Grant policies
Grants must be started within three months of the date on your award letter unless discussed and formally agreed with our research team. It's important that you tell us when you will start your grant and that you read all of the policies, terms and conditions below before you begin.
Managing your grant
Find out all the information you need to manage your grant successfully.
Use of animals in research
Some of our biggest research achievements have only been made possible using animals. We support the principle of using animals in research when necessary, where there is no alternative.
Grant terms and conditions
It's important that you read our terms and conditions in full before beginning your grant to make sure you're following all our funding requirements.
Our open access policy
We believe that free access to published research is the best way to share new knowledge and ideas. Read our approach to getting the most out of research.
If you have any further queries about your grant or grant related processes, the Research team is here to help.
Apply for funding
Apply for a research grant to help us beat blood cancer within a generation. See funding calls.