My winning proposal: Perfect for post-PhD progression

Clinical starter grants from the Academy of Medical Sciences can be a natural next step

Top tips

• Proposals that build on PhD work are valued as the experience and data from the PhD will make the bid seem less risky.
• Grants should be used to kick-start projects, not undertake major studies.
• Consider the benefits to the wider research community and highlight them where appropriate.
• The modest budget means value for money and realistic ambitions are important.
• Ensure you get the application signed off by the relevant people in good time.

The Academy of Medical Sciences’ Starter Grants for Clinical Lecturers aim to free early career researchers from the burden of the costs of research consumables so that they can focus on developing their research portfolios.