The Scottish Funding Council has announced that the next deadline for applications under its Follow on Innovation Voucher Scheme is the 29th January 2016.

The awards are specifically intended to encourage existing partnerships that have previously collaborated and jointly received funding. This can include the Scottish Funding Council Innovation Voucher awards scheme or any other funded activity.

Businesses in partnership with Higher Education Institutes can apply for funding of £5,000-£20,000. The grant requested must be matched in cash by the company.

Applications for the follow on scheme can be submitted to continue a previous or to develop collaboration in a new area with a research group drawn from a different department or institution.

For further information, please visit the Scottish Funding Council website or contact CVS Falkirk and speak with Tariq or Claire on 01324 692000, alternatively you can email: info@cvsfalkirk.org.uk