Quick answer
Future Leaders Fellowships (FLF) provide long-term, flexible funding for outstanding early-career researchers and innovators based at UK universities, research organisations or eligible businesses. Awards typically run for four years with the option to extend, covering salary, research costs and team support. Applications are made via host organisations during open rounds.
Funding amount
Varies
Region
United Kingdom
Stage
Any stage
Provider
UK Research and Innovation
Eligibility
Early-career researchers or innovators hosted by an eligible UK research organisation or business; specific eligibility, including career stage, is set per round.
Eligibility Quick Check
A cautious, rules-based check using only the criteria already published for this programme. Not a guarantee — always verify against the official source.
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