Other Funding for IBD Research

Funding opportunities for IBD research. 

We endeavor to keep this list as up to date as possible, but please do check the funder's websites and guidance for the most up to date information.  If you'd like us to list your grant round here, please get in touch with us at research@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk

Guts UK 2026 Grant Calls

  • Guts UK/BSG Trainee Awards - open to individuals or networks for UK-based gastroenterology and allied Specialty Trainees (who hold a National Training Number) to conduct research or audit/Quality Improvement in any area of gastroenterology (including pancreatology and hepatology) or nutrition in relation to gastroenterology.
     
  • Guts UK Early Career Researcher Development Grants - open to ECRs who have recently completed their PhDs (or equivalent), with up to 10 years of postdoctoral research experience.  

For any queries about these calls please email research@gutscharity.org.uk
Deadline: 12 noon, Monday 29 June 2026. 

BSG

You might also like to visit the BSG's Grants Webpage which is updated regularly with the latest research grants available in gastroenterology, hepatology, and related fields.  

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Temporary closure - 10/06/2026

Our Helpline will be closed for the remainder of this week and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.

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