Sustainable Microbiology Novel Research Grant

Sustainable Microbiology Novel Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society for Applied Microbiology
Amount: Up to £10,000
Last Updated: February 24, 2026

Summary

The Sustainable Microbiology Novel Research Grant, offered by the Society for Applied Microbiology, aims to support AMI members in conducting innovative research that contributes to global sustainability. With a funding limit of £10,000 per applicant, this grant fosters pilot projects and methodological advancements in applied microbiology, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Applications are evaluated based on financial need and the potential impact of the proposed projects.

Overview

What We Do We fundamentally believe that global challenges need to be solved by global, interdisciplinary experts who apply their diverse experience and unique voices to achieve a common goal. Because of this, we’re a truly inclusive, international organisation. We bring the microbiology community together across borders and disciplines, we look to the future and nurture those working and studying in our field, and we enable meaningful collaboration to advance scientific impact. We provide funding to encourage research and broad participation at our events and to ensure diverse voices are around the table working together to solve the sustainability development goals we’ve chosen to support. Sustainable Microbiology Novel Research Grant For members driving research that leads to significant scientific breakthroughs and supports global sustainability. The Sustainable Microbiology Novel Research Grant aims to foster transformative advancements in applied microbiology through pilot projects, methodological advancements, and innovation development. This fund aims to catalyse research leading to significant scientific breakthroughs, with a commitment to global sustainability. By supporting AMI members to carry out new novel research or pilot projects. The fund contributes to global health, environmental sustainability, and scientific innovation in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). Project Focus: Pilot studies, proof of principle studies, innovative applied microbiology research aligned with the UNSDGs. Grant Details and Financial Support: Grant Amount: Up to £10,000 per applicant.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be current members of AMI with at least 13 months of continuous AMI membership. Applications must demonstrate a strong focus on innovative and impactful research projects are preferred. Financial need is a consideration, but the merit of the novel research project is paramount.Examples of eligible expenses: Expenses for purchasing or renting specialised equipment necessary for the research. Costs for laboratory consumables, chemicals, reagents, and other materials essential for conducting experiments. While we aim to support diverse aspects of your research project, expenses are unlikely to include personal remuneration such as salaries or stipends. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Ineligibility

Not for existing projects.