Quadram Institute Bioscience
Also known as: The Institute of Food Research, Institute of Food Research
The world-wide advancement of education in food sciences and food related matters by undertaking research and disseminating for public benefit the useful results of such research
Activities & Mission
The world-wide advancement of education in food sciences and food related matters by undertaking research and disseminating for public benefit the useful results of such research
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £20,434,055 | £20,867,941 | £20,867,941 | £41,926,221 | £17,124,221 | 150 / 0 |
| 2024 | £21,645,408 | £19,279,862 | £19,279,862 | £42,359,163 | £19,013,163 | 161 / 0 |
| 2023 | £21,065,257 | £19,735,644 | £19,735,644 | £39,993,475 | £15,456,475 | 177 / 0 |
| 2022 | £18,754,162 | £18,163,998 | £18,163,998 | £38,664,299 | £15,684,299 | 182 / 0 |
| 2021 | £22,732,027 | £19,998,432 | £19,998,432 | £38,074,316 | £13,549,316 | 182 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Quadram Institute Bioscience
What does Quadram Institute Bioscience do?
The world-wide advancement of education in food sciences and food related matters by undertaking research and disseminating for public benefit the useful results of such research
How much income did Quadram Institute Bioscience report in 2025?
Quadram Institute Bioscience reported total income of £20.43m and reported expenditure of £20.87m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Quadram Institute Bioscience?
Quadram Institute Bioscience has a program ratio of 102.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Quadram Institute Bioscience registered as a charity?
Quadram Institute Bioscience was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 October 1996 as charity number 1058499. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Quadram Institute Bioscience?
Quadram Institute Bioscience is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Celia Ann Caulcott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Quadram Institute Bioscience operate?
Quadram Institute Bioscience operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Quadram Institute Bioscience a registered charity?
Yes — Quadram Institute Bioscience is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1058499.
Details
NORWICH RESEARCH PARK
COLNEY LANE
NORWICH
NR4 7UQ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Institute of Food Research
- Institute of Food Research
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated