The National Eczema Society’s new 2025/2026 research grant round opened yesterday, 10th of November 2025. This year’s call includes two funding opportunities to support high-quality research focused on eczema:
• PhD Studentship Grant – up to £100,000 (Three years)
• Pump-Priming Grant – up to £30,000 (12-months for pilot or early-stage research projects)
NES particularly encourages patient-centred research that aims to improve understanding, management, and quality of life for people affected by eczema. The call is open to researchers based in the UK from all relevant disciplines with focus on eczema research.
Full details, including eligibility criteria, guidance notes, and timelines, can be found here:
https://eczema.org/research/for-researchers/applying-for-funding/