Merck is inviting applications for its 2025 Research Grants, designed to stimulate innovative research in areas of future significance. With grants of up to €500,000 per year for up to three years, this program offers a unique opportunity for researchers to collaborate with industry experts and advance groundbreaking research.
Research Grant Categories for 2025
🔬 Smart Consumables for Digital Integration in Biomanufacturing Processes
- One grant of up to €120,000 per year for up to three years.
- Focus on developing digital downstream consumables like filters and chromatography media for improved process efficiency and error reduction.
🧪 Multi-Purpose Microphysiological Systems (MPS)
- Grant amount to be negotiated case by case.
- Focus on advancing human-based MPS to enhance drug safety and efficacy while reducing animal testing.
- Priority areas include Cardiac, Brain (Blood-Brain Barrier), and Lung models, AI-driven MPS, and disease modeling for Oncology & Neuroinflammation.
Who Can Apply?
Open to scientists at all career stages affiliated with universities, research institutes, or companies.
Application Process & Timeline
🗓 Submission Deadline: 31 August 2025
- Phase 1: Submit a non-confidential proposal online. Multiple submissions allowed.
- Phase 2: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a deep-dive workshop in November 2025, collaborating with Merck scientists to refine proposals.
- Phase 3: Winners enter into bilateral collaboration agreements with Merck, initiating funding and project execution.
Why Apply?
✅ Secure significant funding for cutting-edge research
✅ Collaborate with Merck’s industry-leading scientists
✅ Access resources and guidance to enhance research impact
🔗 Apply now! Visit Merck Research Grants for details and submission guidelines.
For inquiries, contact researchgrants@merckgroup.com. Don’t miss this opportunity to drive scientific innovation!
