Read our FAQs for more details on how to prepare your application and what costs are covered.
Can projects using existing large scale databases be funded via this grant?
Yes
Is it acceptable to include FTE% for the PI and co-investigators?
This cost would not be covered for applicants already employed in an academic institution. FTE% will however be considered on a case-by-case basis for applicants from non-academic institutions.
Is a non-clinical researcher (i.e. not a medical doctor or nurse) eligible to apply?
Applicants must be Healthcare Professionals (ie those requiring a licence or formal qualification to practice in the UK).
Are equipment, staff, and consumables costs, eligible for funding?
Yes, however, total cost of your proposal over 3 years cannot exceed £300,000.
Can research costs include access fees to electronic databases?
Yes
Is it possible to submit a project with a longer duration than 3 years?
If a project was to run for longer than three years, the Funders would need to be consulted and further clarification of how money will be granted would be required.
Is it possible to use %FTE to pay the analyst who is based in industry?
Yes, it is possible.
Would systematic reviews be supported?
Yes
Could overheads (estate and indirect costs) associated with staff costs be included?
No, there would be no payment of overheads.
I have a question that isn't answered, who can I ask?
If you need to clarify or ask questions and please contact ukresearchfoundation@novonordisk.com.
Do I need to complete a Schedule of Events Cost Attribution Tool (SoECAT)?
You must complete a SoECAT if you:
- are applying for research funding, and
- will do your research in the UK, and
- need Health Research Authority approval for your study
If you meet these criteria, you must complete a SoECAT even if you do not think your research will involve excess treatment costs (ETCs).
Contact your local AcoRD specialist as early as possible in the application process. They can advise on completing the SoECAT and provide a bespoke service to meet the needs of your study. There are different ways to contact an AcoRD specialist, depending on where you are in the UK:
England: NIHR website
Scotland: NHS Research Scotland website
Wales: email research.fundingsupport@wales.nhs.uk
Northern Ireland: HSC R&D division website
