For researchers
We fund clinician‑led, practice‑based MS studies that strengthen MS services and tackle inequalities. Explore funding opportunities, eligibility and guidance for researchers.
- Research grant funds must be used specifically for the designated purpose(s) as laid out in your grant application form.
- Short term grants of up to one year duration will be paid in full at the start of the project. Work must be concluded by one calendar year from the date of grant acceptance or by the date given in your application if different from this.
- Longer term grants (up to three years) will be paid annually upon review of an annual project progress report as requested by MS Trust using our standard reporting forms.
- Grant payment will be made once all research governance procedures have been completed, the project is approved by your institution and is ready to start. Payments will be made within 28 days of grant acceptance date (one-year or first year) and/or receipt of progress report (multi-year grants).
- Where amendments are requested and agreed (e.g. due to circumstances like staff illness or other unforeseen events), fresh terms may be negotiated where appropriate.
- Any grant funds that have not been used for, or committed to, the Project upon expiration or termination of the Agreement must be returned promptly to MS Trust.
