NIHR Funding Call – Dementia Research

The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) call invites proposals for dementia research to address important health and social care questions.

Dementia is a growing challenge that has become one of the most important health and social care issues facing the world. In the UK it is estimated that dementia affects around 850,000 people.

The call aims to continue building the evidence base, to improve the lives of people affected by dementia.  More research focused on meeting the needs of underserved populations is needed.

To increase capacity and capability in this important area,  applications that will support network and partnership activities specifically to facilitate and enable those individuals and organisations who have historically been less research active will be welcomed. Applications should include co-applicant representation within the core team from at least one geographical area demonstrating a mismatch between care and research activity.

Applications should be co-produced with service commissioners, providers and service users wherever appropriate to better ensure findings are of utility in policy and practice. A

Research could involve any aspect of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, support or care, and related health and social care services. Applications which involve investigators spanning a range of specialties are encouraged and partnership with national charities welcomed.

For more information and details of how to apply please see the NHIR Highlight notice.