The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme invites proposals to Call 25 of its researcher-led Product Development Awards (PDA). PDAs fund the development of disruptive early-stage medical technologies that address existing or emerging healthcare needs. They support translational projects developing medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and digital health technologies that are patient-focused and for ultimate NHS use.
- Projects can be led by small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SME), NHS providers or higher education institutions (HEIs).
- Projects must be collaborative between any two of the eligible types of organisation.
- Projects can last a minimum of 24 months and a maximum of 36 months.
- The lead organisation must be registered in England.
Timelines for this call are as follows:
| Step | Stage 1 | Stage 2 (if invited) |
|---|---|---|
| Webinar | TBC | – |
| Competition launch | 20 October 2022 | 16 February 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 7 December 2022 (1pm) | 12 April 2023 (1pm) |
| Submission outcome | 16 February 2023 | July 2023 |
The submission deadline for this call is 7 December 2022 (13:00 BST).
Please complete and submit your application on the Research Management System (RMS). Please note that the RMS is the only mode of submission.