Research Charities That specialise in Medical research
Discover 674 Research charities that specialise in medical research. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Kidney Research Yorkshire
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, ResearchUNDERTAKES FUNDRAISING AND RAISES SPONSORSHIP TO SUPPORT MEDICAL RESEARCH INTO KIDNEY DISEASE AND KIDNEY FAILURE IN CHILDREN AND ADULTS OF ALL AGES. FUNDS BY INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS IN DIVERSE KIDNEY RELATED SUBJECTS.
Academy Of Medical Educators
ResearchThe advancement of medical education for the public benefit in particular by:a) the development of a curriculum and qualification system;b) undertaking research for the continuing development of professional medical education; andc) the promotion and dissemination of best practice in medical education
Yorkshire's Brain Tumour Charity
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, ResearchYBTC is Yorkshire's leading brain tumour charity dedicated to raising funds for life changing research and patient support.Our vision is clear and simple, to cure a devastating disease that affects so many people. Whilst we are working to find a cure, we will provide the best patient and family support network we can.
A.p.a.g.b.i. Limited
Economic and community development, ResearchThe APAGBI is a medical charity supporting paediatric anaesthesia in the UK and Ireland. The charity holds an annual scientific meeting and a linkman meeting. It supports travel to the third world for educational activities, research, guideline development and education for consultants and trainees.
The Thackray Medical Research Trust
Heritage, ResearchThe Thackray Medical Research Trust is responsible for delivering the objectives of the governing document including support for the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds.
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Clinical Oncology And Cancer Care Appeal
Education, Health, ResearchTo help with the funding of the Clinical Oncology Department at the Royal Cornwall Hospital through the provision of medical equipment and other facilities and the provision of bursaries for members of the Department in support of research, education and development in oncology treatments.
Lung Cancer Nursing UK
Health, Professions, ResearchSupport professional development of lung cancer/mesothelioma nurse specialists,provide a voice for lung cancer/mesothelioma nurse specialists on clinical and strategic issues & service delivery,support the development of research, audit & the knowledge base of lung cancer/mesothelioma research,audit & service delivery, contribute to the development of tools & resources for patients and carers
Action On Pre-Eclampsia
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Research- supporting women who have been diagnosed with or are at risk of pre-eclampsia, and their families by helpline, information and facilitated access to medical experts. - support of health professionals in diagnosing & treating pre-eclampsia by providing meetings,study days and guidelines - promotion of research priorities into pre-eclampsia and campaigning for increased awareness
Rowner Community Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Leisure, Research, Social welfareThe objects of RCT are to promote community-based activities in the Grange Ward of the Borough of Gosport and, in particular, the promotion of : projects for the relief of social deprivation, education, training and employment skills, facilities for public recreation and improvement of the physical and natural environment.
The Sir Richard Stapley Educational Trust
ResearchWe consider grant applications from UK-based students of any nationality who are: a) graduates with a 1st or 2.1 Bachelor's degree with honours, or a higher degree; b) studying for a degree in medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine taken as a second degree, or for a higher degree or postgraduate certificate or diploma in any subject; c) already resident in the UK when applying.
Tofs
Arts, Beneficiary group, ResearchDisseminating information to our membership via leaflets, our TOF Book, periodic newsletters, social media and website. Running conferences and other gatherings where patients and their families can learn about the condition, its causes, treatment and ongoing management. Provision of pastoral support. Liaising and collaborating, where appropriate, with medical professionals and researchers.
The Vandervell Foundation
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, ResearchAwards grants to institutions, primarily in the fields of education, social welfare, medical care and research, environmental regeneration and the performing arts.
Behcet's UK
ResearchThe Object of the charity is to relieve the distress of persons suffering from Behcet's Disease by:- promoting the study of the cause and treatment of the disease and allied conditions; gathering and publishing information useful to sufferers and the general public; co-operating with the medical,allied professions and other societies with similar aims; providing financial assistance to suffers.
Kidneys For Life
Charity and VCS support, ResearchRelief of renal related illnesses and the funding of research and education in renal disease, transplantation and allied fields together with the provision of direct patient amenities
Heartburn Cancer UK
Health, ResearchHCUK works to raise awareness and to educate the public and the medical profession about heartburn, reflux, Barrett's Oesophagus, oesophageal adenocarcinoma, cardia and related diseases. It provides facilities for the detection and treatment of such diseases, promotes research into causes, prevention, treatment and cure. It supports people suffering from symptoms and also post-operative.
Radiotherapy UK
Health, Research- Advocating to improve access to high quality radiotherapy treatment across the UK.- Developing patient information packages - Supporting skills and knowledge development of radiotherapy workforce
The Chronic Disease Research Foundation
Health, ResearchThe CDRF, an independent medical research charity, funds a range of research programs that aim to discover the cause of common chronic diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, migraine, asthma, dementia. The CDRF runs many projects at the Department of Twin Research, St Thomas' Hospital. It is hoped the research will contribute to the development of future diagnostic tests and treatments.
The Death Penalty Project Charitable Trust
Crime and Justice, ResearchThe charity is a grant giver which provides funds to The Death Penalty Project Limited (DPP Ltd), enabling it to provide free legal representation to prisoners under sentence of death. The charity and DPP Ltd also conduct capacity building programmes for legal and medical professionals; and develop and commission research studies on issues surrounding the death penalty.
Brain Tumour Research Campaign
Arts, Charitable activities, Health, ResearchTO PROMOTE NEUROLOGICAL AND MEDICAL RESEARCH AND PUBLISH THE RESULTS THEREOF TO THE PUBLIC BYSEMINARS, PRESS ARTICLES AND MEDICAL JOURNALS.
The Alliance For International Medical Action UK
ResearchALIMA aims at curing sickness and the preservation of health primarily amongpeople affected by humanitarian crises and residing in East, West and Central Africa by providing qualitymedical assistance and through undertaking and supporting research into factors that contribute tosickness and the most appropriate ways to mitigate these and contribute to the preservation of health.
Sindh Doctors Association (uk)
Arts, Economic and community development, Education, Research1.Voluntary work for the relief of human suffering and human illness by offering free medical/ financial help to in Sindh.2. To promote and facilitate medical education, research, publications at Sindh.4. To encourage primary education in rural areas by offering financial donations.5. To cooperate, federate and encourage Sindhi Doctors promote the honourable cause of this association.
Timothy Syndrome Alliance (tsa)
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchTimothy Syndrome Alliance (TSA) supports individuals with CACNA1C-Related Disorders, including Timothy Syndrome and Long QT8, and their families/carers. From the UK, we provide guidance, information, and advocacy to families worldwide, raise awareness, and promote research and clinical development to improve understanding, care, and treatment.
Fibromyalgia Action UK
Health, ResearchTHE CHARITY PROVIDES INFORMATION AND SUPPORT TO PEOPLE SUFFERING FROM FIBROMYALGIA IN THE UK. IT ALSO RAISES AWARENESS OF THE CONDITION AMONGST MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS AND PROMOTES RESEARCH.
Redeemer Croydon Trust
Religion, ResearchCIO overseeing the operation of Redeemer Croydon Church.Religious activity.
Inflammatory Neuropathies UK
ResearchSupport & advice for those affected by GBS, CIDP and associated inflammatory neuropathies.Furthering the education of medical and health care professionals and members of the public Funding research into the illnesses
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many medical-research research charities are there in the UK?
There are 674 registered medical-research research charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the medical-research research charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of medical-research research charities?
Medical-research research charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for medical-research research charities?
Across all medical-research research charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of medical-research research charities?
Medical-research research charities have an average annual income of £2.0m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.