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BBSRC Brazil pump-priming award (FAPPA)

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The BBSRC Brazil pump-priming award (FAPPA) is a funding opportunity administered by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council under UK Research and Innovation. This solicitation, identified by number 197735 and posted on July 28, 2026, is designed to facilitate collaborative research initiatives. Interested parties can seek further information or support through the designated contact emails at bbsrc.iru@bbsrc.ukri.org and support@funding-service.ukri.org. While specific contractual terms regarding pricing, performance periods, and evaluation factors are not detailed in the provided documentation, the award includes guidance on utilizing UKRI facilities. This is supported by a Combined Facilities List document that provides instructions on requested units and the application processes for various facilities. Further details regarding the opportunity can be accessed through the official UKRI website.

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BBSRC Brazil pump-priming award funding collaborative research initiatives under UK Research and Innovation.

Agency

UK Research and Innovation → Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

1

Combined Facilities List for TFS (Sept 24)

15 pages · specifications

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PostedJul 28

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AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)

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