Research Development

Research Development team

The Research Development team advises University of Bristol staff and external applicants on progressing research ideas, understanding the research funding landscape, developing proposals and submitting applications.  If you would like to get in touch with us, please email: research-development@bristol.ac.uk 

How we can support you

We can help you to understand and navigate research funding at any stage of your career. There are many different types of funding for research and research-related activities.  

This could include funding for fellowships and doctoral scholarships, projects and programmes, networks, travel, and equipment from a range of funders. The Research Development team have up to date funder intelligence across UK Government, UK National Academies and Learned Societies, charities and UK research bodies. 

Our expert team offer regular and bespoke training sessions, 1-1 support and in-depth resources to help you identify the right next step and increase your chances of success. 

The University also offers a range of funding for developing ideas and collaborations. We provide advice and guidance on a range of opportunities, including pump-priming and seed corn funding, GW4 and internal funding through our University Research Institutes.     

Research Development support for University of Bristol staff

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Further support for current staff and research students: 

Current staff

Current staff can access information, advice and resources on our Research Development SharePoint site. This includes detail on the support we offer, training and development, and internal processes and procedures. 

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External applicants

We accept applications through various UK and European postdoctoral and early career funding schemes – please get in touch by emailing research-development@bristol.ac.uk. Find out more about our research: 

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