How do medical device companies get grant funding?

Medical device companies can access Innovate UK Biomedical competitions, SBRI Healthcare, and regional life sciences programmes. The development stage and regulatory pathway affect suitable funding routes.

Are there grants for health tech startups?

Yes, health tech startups can access NHS innovation programmes, Innovate UK funding, and regional accelerators. Many areas have dedicated digital health support programmes.

What funding exists for clinical trials?

Clinical trial funding comes from NIHR, MRC, charity funders, and Innovate UK. The pathway depends on the trial phase, indication, and commercial model.

UK Sector Grants

Healthcare & Life Sciences Business Grants

The UK life sciences sector benefits from substantial government investment through UKRI, NHS innovation programmes, and dedicated biotech funding. Grants support research, development, and commercialisation of healthcare innovations.

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Innovation, growth & development funding

Medical Research Funding

UKRI, MRC, and charity funders support biomedical research and early-stage development. Academic-industry partnerships can access significant research grant funding.

NHS Innovation

NHS programmes including SBRI Healthcare and Academic Health Science Networks support health tech companies to develop and deploy innovations within the healthcare system.

Regulatory & Commercialisation

Grants help life sciences companies navigate regulatory approval and commercialisation. This includes clinical trial support and market access assistance.

Healthcare & Life Sciences Business Grants

Medical Research Funding

NHS Innovation

Regulatory & Commercialisation

UK Life Sciences & Health Grants

Business Energy Advice Service programme (Coventry)

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