The EME programme’s researcher-led workstream is an ongoing research funding opportunity funded by the MRC. You are welcome to submit an outline application at any time, however there will be three cut-off dates each year. If you would like them to alert you by email about future funding opportunities please click here.
| Call reference | Deadline | Research brief | Guidance notes | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/127 | 13 November 2012 by 1pm | Access the research brief | Access the guidance notes |
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