Advance Your Research Without Animals Grant Program (New Zealand)

The New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (NZAVS) is offering grants to support research that replaces animal use with modern, human-relevant methods. These grants are available to researchers and students affiliated with New Zealand universities, polytechnics, or connected research institutions. Applications close on 15 December 2026. NZAVS is dedicated to ending harmful animal experimentation in New Zealand. The grants aim to advance research using human-relevant, animal-free methods. The W.E Bradshaw University Innovation Grant supports larger institutional projects, while the Pathfinder Innovation University Grant is designed for student-led initiatives. These grants provide crucial support for ethical research that seeks alternatives to animal testing. They encourage the development of innovative, human-relevant scientific methods, aligning with global trends towards cruelty-free research practices. Who can apply for these grants? The W.E Bradshaw Grant is open to researchers at New Zealand universities or polytechnics. The Pathfinder Grant is for students enrolled in relevant programs. What is the deadline for applications? Applications must be submitted by 15 December 2026. How much funding is available? Up to NZD $50,000 for the W.E Bradshaw Grant and up to NZD $10,000 for the Pathfinder Grant. Are there any specific project requirements? Projects must focus on replacing animal use in research or teaching with modern, human-relevant methods. What is the assessment process for applications? Applications are assessed by an independent panel based on impact, innovation, feasibility, institutional support, and alignment with NZAVS values. Eligible researchers and students should review the official guidelines and prepare their expressions of interest well in advance of the deadline. For complete details and application instructions, visit the NZAVS Grants page.