The Large Equipment Scheme provides support for multi-user/multi-project items of large equipment that promote the sharing of resources between research groups based in a Cancer Research UK Centre.
Research Areas
Applications for single items of equipment ranging from £50,000 to £250,000 will be considered. Multiple item applications will only be accepted where they form a complete system. Applicants may apply for more than one distinct item/system of equipment at a time but must complete a separate application for each.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be based in a Cancer Research UK Centre.
- Please note that the Biological Sciences Committee does not accept resubmissions.
Funding Value
Applications will be considered for items of equipment between £50,000 and £250,000. The scheme will only provide funding for the direct costs of purchasing equipment and service contracts.
How to apply
Applicants are required to contact Cancer Research UK to discuss eligibility and the application process before being given access to the on-line application system.
For further information or to register an interest, please email Dr. Ben Onwuegbusi.
All applications must be made online. Please see the Application Management System (AMS) section for more details.
Submission deadlines
Forthcoming deadlines for applications are as follows:
There are no upcoming deadlines
Additional Information
Review Committee: Biological Sciences Committee
Please note that deadlines are final and we cannot accept applications after 5 p.m. on these dates. Applications will be processed in the order they are received up to the maximum quota for any one meeting. If the pre-set quota is reached before 5 p.m. on the deadline date applications will be accepted on a first come first served basis.
Contact Details
For enquiries about this scheme, please contact:
Dr Ben Onwuegbusi
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7438 5341
Email: ben.onwuegbusi@cancer.org.uk
