FAILSAFE Round 2 Funding – Apply now!

Round 2 of the FAILSAFE funding is now open for applications!

We are delighted to announce the launch of Round 2 of the FAILSAFE grant applications. The FAILSAFE project, led by the University of Exeter’s MRC Centre for Medical Mycology (MRC CMM) and funded by the UK Department of Health and Social Care’s Global AMR Innovation Fund (GAMRIF), is dedicated to tackling the urgent global challenge of Fungal Antimicrobial Resistance (fAMR). These grants are to support cutting-edge research to develop diagnostics, therapies, and preventative strategies to combat fAMR. The project emphasises collaboration, particularly with partners in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), to ensure the research addresses real-world challenges and delivers tangible benefits where the need is greatest.

Join the FAILSAFE Network in order to apply

Lead applicants MUST be members of the FAILSAFE Network to apply for funding and we strongly encourage all collaborators and co-applicants to join. Membership offers access to exclusive resources, networking opportunities, training and development and support to develop impactful projects. To join the network and learn more, click HERE.

The final decision on the number of projects to be supported will be made on the quality of the proposals received, the funding available, and how closely they are aligned with themes of the programme. Proposals should align with at least one of the following themes:

Microbial Pathogenesis
Biomarkers and Diagnostics
Innovative platforms
One Health

Typically, projects will be expected to last up to 12 months in duration. Funding awarded will be as follows:

Seedcorn projects – up to £75,000
*Mid to large projects – from £75,000 to £250,000

*subject to funding

Explore Our Comprehensive Resources

Our website hosts a wealth of information to support your application, including:

Detailed guidance pages to help you through the process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to address common queries
Application process guidance and timelines
Submission portal

How to apply

Application and Guidance documents

FAILSAFE Round 2 Timeline

Expression of Interest form (for mid to large projects only)

Application form for Seedcorn projects (up to £75,000)

Application form for Mid to Large projects (£75,000 – £250,000) – please complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form first

Budget template & Budget template guide

Due Diligence Questionnaire

Terms and Conditions (non-negotiable)

Applicant guidance document

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Application submission portal

Click here to access the relevant submission portal.

Help and guidance

If you have questions or need further guidance, please contact us at FAILSAFE@exeter.ac.uk.

Please click on the links below for help and support with your application:

Applicant guidance

FAQs