EDI and Outreach Grants (Previously Diversity in Science Grants)

The Biochemical Society's Diversity in Science Grants support projects that promote inclusion and diversity in the scientific community. Grants of up to £1,000 are available for individuals, groups, charities, and not-for-profit organizations worldwide. Applicants do not need to be Society members and can come from any country.

Grants and Awards
The Biochemical Society offers a wide range of grants and awards designed to support and recognise those working across the molecular bioscience community.
Each year, we support individuals, organisations, and groups from across the world through our varied grant and bursary schemes, with funding available for events, PhDs, projects, career development, and more.
We also present an annual Awards programme celebrating the outstanding achievements and diversity of our community, recognising excellence at all levels across general and specific fields of science.
EDI and Outreach Grants provide grants of up to £1,000 to strengthen inclusion and participation within the molecular biosciences.
Help create and support a representative scientific community with our EDI and Outreach Grants!
Our EDI and Outreach Grants are a new funding scheme designed to strengthen inclusion and participation within the molecular bioscience community. As the Biochemical Society is committed to supporting a more accessible community with diverse identities at all levels, we are looking for innovative projects or activities that aim to promote EDI principles and/or develop outreach to underrepresented communities.
This scheme aims to support projects that enhance public understanding of molecular bioscience, remove barriers to participation, elevate underrepresented voices, or foster a more accessible and inclusive environment across education, research, and public engagement.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply:This grant is open to individuals, groups, charities, or not-for-profit organisations - you do not need to be a Biochemical Society member to apply.
These grants are open to applicants from any country.
The project must take place at least 1 month after the deadline and have a maximum duration of 8 months.
The project must promote EDI principles and/or Outreach within the molecular biosciences as the primary goal.
Applicants cannot receive funding from the same scheme in consecutive years.
Applicants must not exceed a maximum of £2,000 in funding in a 3-year period across the Biochemical Society grants portfolio.
Examples of Eligible ProjectsCommunity science shows, events or fairs co-created with local organisations.
EDI training or toolkits for research teams or educators.
Development of online resources, platforms or activities that could be used to engage communities, educators or students.
Cross-disciplinary approaches to promoting inclusion in STEM e.g., through collaborations with literature, art, or music.
Development of a new activity or expansion of an established engagement event.
Accessible teaching resources or lab-skills programmes tailored for disabled learners.
Mentoring schemes for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds or to support career progression across any career stage.
Inspiring workshops or lectures introducing molecular bioscience to schools in low-participation areas.

Ineligibility

What the Biochemical Society will not fundMultiple projects from the same lead applicant within the same application round.
Applicants cannot receive funding from the same scheme in consecutive years.
Applications from commercial (for profit) organisations.
The grant cannot be used to cover staff salaries, insurance or overhead costs or projects where the only costs are travel and/or refreshments. Honorariums for co-creative parties e.g., students or community members, or the cost of graphic design/professional creative services can be accepted as long as this does not form the majority of the sum requested.
Projects duplicating existing educational research for which new research would not add value or insight. However, projects that demonstrate a novel, or innovative application based on existing educational research are eligible for consideration.
Support activities that are clearly contributing to recruitment to a particular institution or organisation. Where recruitment may be a factor, the institution will be expected to provide some of their own funding.
Applications for scientific research projects, individual travel funding, or participation in an advertised volunteer programme.
Any expenses incurred before receipt of an offer letter.