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Fisher Memorial Trust

The Fisher Memorial Trust was set up to promote interest in the life and work of the great statistician, evolutionary biologist and geneticist, Sir Ronald Aylmer Fisher (1890-1962) and to maintain his scientific legacy by encouraging discussion of the scientific fields in which he was active.

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Activities & Mission

The Fisher Memorial Trust was set up to promote interest in the life and work of the great statistician, evolutionary biologist and geneticist, Sir Ronald Aylmer Fisher (1890-1962) and to maintain his scientific legacy by encouraging discussion of the scientific fields in which he was active.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,235
Latest Expenditure
£5,974

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Fisher Memorial Trust

What does Fisher Memorial Trust do?

The Fisher Memorial Trust was set up to promote interest in the life and work of the great statistician, evolutionary biologist and geneticist, Sir Ronald Aylmer Fisher (1890-1962) and to maintain his scientific legacy by encouraging discussion of the scientific fields in which he was active.

When was Fisher Memorial Trust registered as a charity?

Fisher Memorial Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 June 1967 as charity number 313536. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs Fisher Memorial Trust?

Fisher Memorial Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROF BRIAN CHARLESWORTH FRS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Fisher Memorial Trust operate?

Fisher Memorial Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Fisher Memorial Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Fisher Memorial Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313536.

Details

Address
29 Merchiston Crescent
EDINBURGH
EH10 5AJ
Registration Date
22 June 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
313536
Charity Number
313536

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Trustees

PROF BRIAN CHARLESWORTH FRS Chair
Andrew Mead
Dr Heather Battey
Professor Christina Yap PhD
Professor Ian Tomlinson
PROFESSOR RA BAILEY FRSE
PROFESSOR STEPHEN SENN PHD, FRSE

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