We're looking to fund bold ideas within the Scalable Neural Interfaces opportunity space with up to £500k each.
\nYou can find the scope below and our evaluation criteria in our call for proposals. Scroll for a deep-dive from Programme Director Jacques Carolan on what he's looking for and his wider vision for the opportunity space.
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\n+ Ideas that could change the conversation about what is possible or valuable;
\n+ Ideas that range from early stage curiosity-driven research through to pre-commercial science and technology.
\n+ Ideas that are within scope of the Precision Neurotechnologies programme;
\n+ Ideas that are undifferentiated or are likely to happen without ARIA’s support;
\n+ Commercial or close-to-commercial stage products.
\nThere is no minimum length for a proposed project but the maximum length is three years.
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\nWe provide funding from £10k up to £500k per project, inclusive of VAT (where applicable) and all associated costs (both direct and indirect).
\nThere is no minimum length for a proposed project but the maximum length is three years.
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\nWe’ve designed a short and straightforward application. We hope you can spend no more than two to three hours writing it, though you may wish to spend more time thinking through your idea before applying.
\nIf you have any further questions relating to the opportunity seed call, please email clarifications@aria.org.uk.
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