The international air-fare is also reimbursed up to an agreed maximum. An additional contribution is made towards research consumables, conference attendance, books and other incidental expenditures. The award does not make provision for accompanying dependents and may be reduced if the applicant receives funding or salary from another source. No provision is made for bench fees. A report must be submitted within one month of completion of the fellowship.
Results are normally available within four months of the closing date.
The awards are made on the basis of individual scientific merit. Reference statements from leading UK authorities in relevant subject areas are also taken into consideration. Particular attention is paid to the content of the research proposal, the quality of the applicant and prospective host department and the expected benefits to both parties. Any changes to the information given in an application must be agreed in advance with the Royal Society. The Programme is publicised in leaflets prepared by the National Administrator, and in other Royal Society publications, and information is circulated widely to universities and other appropriate institutions.