Is funding restricted to laboratory research?

No, funding is available for a wide variety of research projects,…

Is there an upper limit for funding?

The level of funding you will be eligible for will depend on…

I would be carrying out my project in a different clinical department from the one I am currently employed in, within the same Trust. Who should act as Head of Department (HoD) signatory – the current head or the one I would be working with during the Fellowship?

The Head of Department who you will be working with as well as…

I am planning to collaborate with researchers from another university who have expertise in a particular part of the project. Should I list them as a collaborator or supervisor?

Either, or both, is fine.

If other researchers are acting as supervisors, I will need to cost for their time so they can claim the costs back – is there any barrier to doing so?

The Fellowship Scheme does not fund supervisor or collaborator…

What are you looking for me to demonstrate in the section on future plans?

It is important to demonstrate to the panel that you have considered…

I am based in a university. Can I include in my research support team a lead clinician whom I am working with in one of the Trusts? They hold an honorary contract with my university.

Yes, provided they are not being included in a mentor (research…

I am a non-clinical applicant. Will my salary be funded in addition to my research?

Yes. The Fellowship Scheme provides funding for both your research…

Are applicants for the Doctoral Fellowship expected to have publications?

Publications are not essential, but they will be looked upon…

My substantive post is with the NHS; however, my primary supervisor is based at the university where I will be completing the PhD. Can I keep my NHS contract and receive 100% of funding costs?

The contract for the award will be with your host employer. Your…