BBSRC-NC3Rs ICURe Explore is open to bioscience teams in all UK universities, BBSRC-funded institutes and approved public sector research enterprises.
The research underpinning the bioscience innovation, products or services being carried forward for market exploration by the team must be building on a previous BBSRC, UK Research and Innovation or NC3Rs grants.
We will specifically support market exploration for emerging technologies, products and services that offer the realistic possibility of replacing the use of specific in vivo models or refining animal studies in line with the that align with BBSRC’s standard ICURe scope (see the scope section).
Teams
ICURe Explore teams must be composed of four individuals:
Entrepreneurial lead
Any research or technical research staff member who receives their salary or stipend from an eligible university, public sector research enterprises or institute.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- PhD students
- technicians
- postdoctoral research associates
- fellowship and group leader positions
This individual must be able to commit full-time for the duration of the programme starting the week of the bootcamp, and have approval of their institute, organisation or funder.
Associated science advisor
A researcher who can provide intellectual support to the entrepreneurial lead throughout the course of the programme. For example, an interdisciplinary project may require input from outside the research group.
Technology transfer representative or professional
An individual from the team, either from or contracted to the research organisation, leading on the commercialisation of the intellectual asset with appropriate technology transfer expertise.
This individual must be able to:
- attend essential bootcamp sessions as well as the options roundabout
- provide support for the entrepreneurial lead and team during the programme
- provide continued support for further commercialisation activity following the programmes conclusion
Business adviser
A motivated individual from a relevant industrial sector who can offer expert guidance and support. Teams are strongly encouraged to name a business adviser in their application.
