Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Welcome to the official recording of BBSRC’s Proof of Concept Applicant Webinar for 2026, closing 14 October 2026.

BBSRC Proof of Concept (formerly Follow-on Fund) is designed to help researchers maximise the commercial, economic, and societal benefits of their bioscience innovation.

Watch this video to learn more about the programme and how to apply!

Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
05:13 Case study 1
14:18 Case study 2
23:40 Strategic Overview, Call Scope & How to Apply
36:43 Additional Support

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