Generate pilot EEG data.
Validate feasibility.
Strengthen your next funding application.
The ANT Neuro UK Pilot Data Excellence Program provides selected researchers with access to research-grade EEG equipment, methodology support and pilot data collection guidance to help strengthen competitive funding applications.
Suitable for researchers preparing submissions to UKRI, Wellcome, ERC and other major funding bodies.
Apply for a place What you receive
PILOT DATA EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
Medically Certified - Research Grade - Built for Mobile & Lab-based Workflows
Supporting
applications to
& equivalent bodies
WHY PILOT DATA MATTERS
Feasibility: the deciding factor for original ideas.
Great ideas are no longer enough on their own. While originality remains essential, major funding bodies now place significantly greater weight on project delivery. Reviewers increasingly take technical validation and robust pilot data into account when assessing feasibility, and this can significantly improve a project’s prospects in competitive funding rounds.
A Deliverable Method
Demonstrate that your specific paradigm and hardware configuration are fully integrated and optimized, mitigating any concerns about immediate technical execution or setup delays.
Analytical Validation
Provide clear evidence of signal quality and robust data processing metrics, proving that your pipeline yields reliable, reproducible results capable of withstanding strict peer review.
Preliminary Evidence
Present initial recordings directly from your paradigm to give reviewers early evidence of how your approach performs in relation to your hypotheses, strengthening their confidence in your study.
WHY WORK WITH ANT NEURO
This programme is not a standard equipment loan.
Successful applicants receive access to both ANT Neuro technology and direct EEG expertise throughout the pilot process. Researchers benefit from a steady mix of online and in‑person meetings, where they receive guidance with:
01 Methodology Development
WHAT EEG HARDWARE IS OFFERED?
Pilot projects benefit from medically CE certified, research‑grade, ANT Neuro EEG hardware tailored to each study’s methodological needs.
COMMONLY AVAILABLE SYSTEMS
64 CHANNELS
eego™sports
Suitable for
ERP research, Cognitive neuroscience, Mobile EEG, Multi-modal neuroscience
(EMG, ECG, GSR, temperature, respiration)
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Built for researchers with a defined study and a deadline.
We work with UK-based teams who need pilot EEG data to move a strong idea into a fundable application.
› UK-based researchers
› Developing a competitive funding application
› Looking to demonstrate proof-of-concept for their study design
› Needing pilot EEG data to strengthen feasibility
› Planning to include EEG equipment in future funding bids
This is an open, rolling call, and teams are welcome to apply at any point in the year. Because each supported project receives a high level of scientific consultancy, the programme is limited to a small number of projects annually.
Applications are assessed on scientific fit, feasibility, timeline, and expected impact to ensure that selected teams receive focused, meaningful support.Note
Existing ANT Neuro users may also apply where additional capabilities are required.
Three steps from application to onboarding.
01
Submit your application
A short online form covering your study aims, proposed setup, target funding body, and submission timeline.
02
Application review
We assess scientific alignment, feasibility, and programme fit, then arrange an exploratory discussion.
03
Programme onboarding
Successful applicants receive a tailored system configuration and a supported pilot data collection plan.
Tell us about your study.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Submitting earlier increases our ability to assess your project, plan programme capacity, and onboard successful applicants in good time ahead of associated funding deadlines.