Kidney Research UK Prevention Research Grant 2026

Source-based overview

Kidney Research UK is accepting prevention-focused research proposals addressing the causes, onset and progression of kidney disease. The round seeks research that can stop kidney disease before it begins or reduce its progression. Applicants should use the official call page for the final rules, required documents, eligible costs and submission route.

Eligibility

Research-led applicants based at eligible UK institutions proposing work that can prevent kidney disease or reduce its progression and impact.

Funding and benefits

Funding and eligible costs follow the official prevention-grant guidance.

Themes and supported activities

Primary prevention.

Earlier intervention.

Risk factors, inequalities and preventive strategies.

Deadline and timeline

Applications close 8 September 2026: Applications close 8 September 2026: Sep 8, 2026.

Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.

How to apply

Review the guidance and submit through Kidney Research UK's grants process by 8 September 2026.

Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.