Grant for Research and Development (GRD)
GRD is now provided by the Technology Strategy Board
Due to the closure of all Regional Development Agencies we are
no longer able to accept any new GRD applications (including
Initial Proposal Forms). The lead delivery body for the
scheme from April 2011 is the Technology Strategy Board.
What is Grant for Research and Development?
Grant for Research and Development is a Department for Business,
Innovation and Skills (BIS) business support initiative which
provides funding to help individuals and small and medium-sized
businesses research and develop technologically innovative products
and processes. There are different levels of grant available for
different projects.
Prior to April 2011 the South West RDA delivered the grant in
this region, drawing on the advice of independent technical
specialists and internal expertise to appraise applications and
decided which projects received funding. Grants were awarded on a
discretionary basis.