Murdoch Charitable Trust

THE MURDOCH TRUST REGISTERED IN SCOTLAND CHARITY NO SC004031 REG OFFICE AT THE SIGNET LIBRARY, PARLIAMENT SQ, EDINBURGH EH1 1RF

PURPOSES

To provide financial relief and support for amateur and professional scientists, who have a practical interest in the pursuit of science in any of its forms.

WHO MAY APPLY

Individuals over the age of 50. There is a preference for individuals living in Scotland, or with a clear Scottish connection, but people from elsewhere in the UK are also eligible.
Organisations whose purposes align with those of the Murdoch Trust may also apply

EXAMPLES OF GRANTS

Financial assistance with transport.
Financial assistance with furniture and home repairs.
Purchase of computers and equipment.
Grants for well-being and care.
Personal expenses.

HOW TO APPLY

Criteria is available here, and online application is available below. If you would prefer a copy of the application form to be sent to you by post please contact Sophie Mills.

APPLY ONLINE

deadline

The deadline for the next round of applications is 6 May 2024.

TRUSTEES

Professor Malcolm McMahon (Professor of Physics, University of Edinburgh), Chairman
Professor Guy Lloyd-Jones (Professor of Chemistry, University of Edinburgh)
David Neil Macdonald (MCIBS TEP)
Professor Linda Kirstein (Chair of Earth dynamics, School of Geosciences)
The late Professor Dirk Kroon (Professor of Geology, University of Edinburgh) - Deceased May 2022