Grants for Innovation: Life and Health Sciences

The Innovate UK Launchpad Competition supports life and health sciences innovation in Northern Ireland, with up to £4.3 million in funding. The competition targets businesses looking to grow in this sector and supports projects through two strands: Collaborative Research and Development (CR&D) and Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA). Grants between £150,000 and £1 million are available for projects lasting 6 to 18 months. Applicants must align with the competition scope, carry out all project work in the UK, and show a clear plan to exploit project outcomes in the UK. The application process is competitive, and funds are limited.

• Access to a total funding pool of £4.3 million for innovation projects.
• Opportunity to scale and grow within Northern Ireland’s life and health sciences cluster.
• Funding of between £150,000 and £1 million per project.
• Projects benefit from collaborations with academic institutions and industry experts.
• Supports local economic growth aligned with the UK government’s goals.
• Enables businesses to explore innovative research and development initiatives.
• Encourages SMEs to build partnerships and expand their impact in the health sciences sector.
• Offers a competitive process, ensuring high-quality project selection.
• Promotes inclusivity and accessibility in the application process.