These FAQs give CFOs a clear view of Innovate UK’s Biomedical Catalyst programme. They cover who can apply, funding rates by activity and organisation size, typical award sizes and timelines, eligible and ineligible costs, and what assessors prioritise. You will also find guidance on clinical scope, evidence and regulatory planning, match funding and cash flow management, interaction with UK R&D tax relief, and common reasons bids fail. Use this page to test strategic fit, plan budgets, and reduce audit and delivery risk before committing resources.
