The MPS Foundation, a leading not-for-profit research initiative dedicated to advancing patient safety and healthcare professional wellbeing, is excited to announce the opening of its 2026 research grant application cycle. As part of MPS who have a legacy of over 130 years of expertise as the world’s leading member-owned, not-for-profit protection organisation for healthcare professionals, the MPS Foundation continues to support innovative research projects that have the potential to transform the future of healthcare.
Since its inception in 2022, the MPS Foundation has funded over 70 ground-breaking projects across more than 9 different countries. We have provided grants to applicants ranging from £2,500 to £199,000. These projects have covered a number of different areas important to healthcare professionals ranging from unethical social media advertising, thriving in private practice, to Trustworthy AI-Supported dental record self-auditing and risk mitigation.
This year, the Foundation is calling for Expressions of Interest from researchers and healthcare professionals interested in exploring the following key areas:
- The impact of human factors on patient safety, outcomes, and risk
- The personal and professional wellbeing of healthcare professionals and teams
- The impact of digital integration and technology on patient safety, outcomes, and risk
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching and learning innovations
"We are committed to fostering research that not only advances patient safety but also enhances the wellbeing of healthcare professionals," said Adrian Jackson, Head of The MPS Foundation. "Our goal is to support projects that can make a real difference in the healthcare industry and improve outcomes for patients and professionals alike."
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit Our Grants page for detailed information on the types of research projects eligible for funding and submission guidelines. The call for Expressions of Interest will open on 9 February 2026 and the deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest is May 1, 2026, at 17:00 BST.
Join the growing community of MPS Foundation grant recipients and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
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The MPS Foundation is a global, not-for-profit, research initiative, dedicated to improving patient safety, reducing risk, and enhancing the wellbeing of all healthcare professionals. We support research relevant to public and private healthcare in both primary and secondary care settings, outpatient practices, and dental care. We are committed to investing in research, analysis, education, and training
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