Apply for research funding
ME Research UK is keen to expand its portfolio of funded research studies. Our priority is novel clinical and biomedical studies that help to unravel the biology of ME/CFS, and studies that may point towards therapeutic strategies. We specifically invite applications for pilot studies or seed-corn projects, particularly those which seek support for consumables rather than staff costs, from researchers anywhere in the world.
Researchers can send us a summary of their research project on our outline application form, allowing us to give an opinion about its suitability and feasibility, without requiring submission of a full application.
Full applications can be submitted at any time (although we strongly recommend that you send us an outline first), and can include items of medical equipment, consumables associated with laboratory tests, or salaries. Larger grants are subject to annual review. Applications for pilot studies and seed-corn projects about novel aspects of ME research are particularly welcomed.
Application forms are available below, in pdf or MS Word for Windows format. Right-click the link to save the file onto your computer.
- ME Research UK Outline Proposal Form
- ME Research UK Grant Application Form
All applications will be reviewed by our Scientific Advisory Panel. Please read our research policy and procedures, and contact us for advice or more information. A good flowchart outlining the elements of developing a research proposal can be found at RDDirect. Award of a grant is conditional on acceptance of ME Research UK’s grant conditions, and all awards will be subject to regular review.
