Foundation for the Sociology of Health & Illness (FSHI) Research Grant Development Awards 2026 (With up to £6,000 in Funding)

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About FSHI Research Grant Development Awards

The Research Grant Development Awards are designed to support early-stage development of competitive research grant proposals in the field of sociology of health and illness, including medical sociology. These awards provide short-term, targeted funding to help research teams strengthen collaborations, refine research ideas, and prepare strong proposals for submission to major national or international funding bodies.

• Sponsor Organisation: Foundation for the Sociology of Health & Illness (FSHI)

Benefits of FSHI Research Grant Development Awards

Each Research Grant Development Award provides.

• Funding of up to £6,000 per project
• Short-term support for preparatory and developmental activities

All funds must be claimed within three months of the end of the award period. Unspent funds cannot be carried forward.

FSHI Research Grant Development Awards Requirements

Applications must meet all eligibility requirements.

• Applications must be submitted by a group of at least four researchers
• Researchers must be drawn from at least two different institutions
• At least two applicants, including the lead applicant, must have an established track record in the sociology of health and illness
• The lead applicant must be based at a UK university or research institution

Trustees may act as co-applicants but are not permitted to serve as lead applicants.

Applicants may reapply in future years. Individual researchers may participate in multiple applications but may hold only one award at a time.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

27 March, 2026

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