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Engineering biology Mission Hubs
Executive Summary
This mission-driven funding aims to establish large-scale research hubs that bridge the gap between engineering biology innovation and real-world societal impact. Applicants should focus on multidisciplinary consortia capable of translating synthetic biology research into scalable industrial or clinical applications.
Expected Launch
September 2026
Funding Body
Innovate UK
Eligible Applicants
SME, Large, RTO, Academic
Funding Available & Project Rates
maximum award of £15 million per hub
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Target Sectors
biotechnologyhealthcareclean energyadvanced manufacturingnet zero
Technology Scope
synthetic biologybioprocessinggenetic engineeringbiomanufacturingbio-based materials
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Competition Scope & Overview
Funding to build engineering biology research capability in areas of significant societal importance, to accelerate the application of engineering biology technologies and deliver tangible benefits for the UK.