Will the project take place in the North West of England?
You answered YES ...
Can you demonstrate commercial potential of the product or process?
You answered YES ...
Will the project benefit one of the key sectors within the Northwest Regional Economic Strategy? These are:
Advanced Engineering and Materials (aerospace, automotive, advanced flexible materials, chemicals)
Biomedical (biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and medical devices)
Business & Professional Services
Creative and Digital Industries
Energy and Environmental Technologies
Food and Drink
You answered YES ...
Does the project contain an unidentified technical risk or element of scientific uncertainty that needs to be overcome by undertaking research and development?
You answered YES ...
Will the majority of funding come from sources other than the public sector?
You answered YES ...
Would Grant for Research and Development provide the funding to enable the project to proceed?
You answered YES ...
You may be eligible for a Grant for Research and Development. Please proceed to the online application.
In this section you will need to provide:
a detailed project description
an explanation of the potential benefits of the project
a detailed work plan with full costings
details of your own relevant experience and that of other key managers
If you can't demonstrate commercial potential but you are able to identify the market opportunity,
you may be eligible for Proof of Market which is designed to help you investigate the commercial prospects of an innovative idea.
If you are unsure, please contact Business Link Northwest on 0845 00 66 888.
