On 8th November 2007 the Technology Strategy Board announced a new competition for proposals for collaborative research and development, representing a Government investment in innovation of around £100m. Original Press Release

Typical projects would have a two- to three-year duration and require support of around £500k- £2m, although no project will be rejected on the grounds of size alone. Projects will generally aim to implement significant business change in a 5-7 year time frame rather than shorter-term payback. Larger projects will be considered but the case must be exceptional.

Projects can range from small, highly focused basic research aimed at establishing technical feasibility, through to applied research, and to experimental development projects. It is anticipated that most of the funding will be allocated to proposals in the categories of applied R&D (attracting 50% public funding) or experimental development (25% public funding). Projects involving industry oriented basic research (75% public funding) will also be considered but a robust case must be made to support the requested
level of funding. Definitions of the above categories of research and further guidance can be found in the Guidance for Applicants - see www.technologyprogramme.org.uk.

In order to assist our members with this opportunity the following pages contain useful information about the Technology Board Call, background information on how to apply and detailed information on two areas that are a focus for the Electronics KTN: Technologies for Health and Gathering Data in Complex Environments.

Resources for companies wishing to participate in the call: TSB_Calls_Assistance.

In addition to the information on this web site we are assisting with presentations and networking meetings for companies to learn the full details of the calls and prepare a submission.

Having reviewed the information on this web site please contact:

Technologies for Health: Daniel Dearing

Gathering Data in Complex Environments: Nigel Rix