Feasibility Funding
Introduction
The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) Feasibility Call invites applications for industry-led, collaborative research projects with academia from businesses with a foothold in Scotland or a plan to deliver inward investment to stimulate Scotland’s economy.
Up to £30k funding from IBioIC at 80% fEC for each project.
62% application success rate.
Full details of funding criteria can be found in the Call Document below.
Successful Projects should demonstrate:
A proof of concept for a product, process or service with the potential to deliver jobs and/or economic growth to Scotland.
A route to sourcing follow-on funding or commercial application
Collaborative knowledge exchange and research between Industry Partners and at least one of Scotland’s Higher Education Institutes (HEI).
There are currently 19 Universities and 24 Colleges funded by the Scottish Funding Council that are eligible.
Scope
IBioIC welcomes projects in all areas of IB including, but not limited to, the use of biotechnology and bio-based processes for:
Biorefining
Feed, Food and drink
Green chemicals for a variety of markets (e.g. consumer goods)
Biotech in textiles, materials, and construction
Bio-manufacturing and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs)
Waste valorisation
Enzymes and catalysts
Downstream processing
Agritech
Environmental protection
How to enter:
Complete the Expression of Interest form below.
If your project is within our remit, we will ask the Lead Industry Partner to complete the Application Form and Project Financial Plan with input from the HEI Partner.
We also welcome letters of support to assist your application.
Ensure all required documents are completed and signed.
Submit the Application Form and Project Financial Plan via email to: projects@ibioic.com
Deadline for Expression of Interest submissions - 31st March 2025.
For details of projects we have funded in the past, please refer to our case studies page.