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.
The Co-Operative Clinical Cancer Therapy Trust Fund
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchThe Lymphoma Research Trust supports research into the treatment of lymphoma. It makes grants to medical researchers at the Lymphoma Trials Office who organise clinical trials to see which treatments are most effective.
British Association Of Spine Surgeons
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchThe charity's objects are restricted specifically to the following: To promote, encourage and advance a) the study of spinal disorders with particular attention to the surgical treatment of spinal disease and disorders.b) the professional development of professionals dealing with the surgical and non-surgical treatment of spinal disorders.c) the education of the public about spinal conditions.
The Sophie Fitzpatrick Charitable Foundation For Rare Cancers
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, ResearchFor the the relief of sickness and the preservation and protection of health of people with forms of rare cancer, particularly, but not exclusively, appendiceal cancer by:a. providing information resources for patients, and their families about available treatments, clinical trials and the location of cancer specialists in the UK; andb. Grant giving to research projects and patients
Eyehope
Research(1) to relieve sickness and protect and preserve good health in people suffering from eye disorders;(2) to promote research into eye disease and its treatment and publish the useful results thereof;(3) to advance education in the subject of eye disease.Holding of scientific meetings, conferences and courses and awarding of prizes for valuable contributions to meetings and research;
Wildlife Vets International
Associations, Environment, ResearchWildlife Vets International exists to apply specialist veterinary expertise to animal conservation projects, worldwide. This is achieved by training local vets and field biologists, undertaking research, investigating disease, assisting with project planning, and working in conjunction with NGOs and local communities to promote the conservation of rare and endangered species and their habitats.
Fair Treatment For The Women Of Wales
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchTo address health inequalities for women living in Wales; by providing advocacy, support, guidance, advice and a range of resources. We aim to empower, inform, educate and raise awareness, whilst conducting and publishing relevant research. We work with NHS Wales, health boards and clinical institutions to input into strategy development.
Association Of Cancer Physicians
Health, ResearchTo advance the study and practice of cancer medicine
The Swann-Morton Foundation
Health, ResearchThe advancement of education through study and research in the fields of surgery and medicine to individuals, groups, organisations and other charities engaged in the care, support and the relief of suffering of the sick, infirm, injured, handicapped or disabled.
The Noah Jordan Foundation
Beneficiary group, ResearchWe fund research with the aim of improving clinical management, developing treatments, and finding a cure for rare, terminal paediatric mitochondrial diseases, such as Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome. We raise awareness among the public and healthcare professionals through events and training and support affected families with information, services, resources, and financial aid.
Bscah
Health, ResearchTo promote for the benefit of the public the study, teaching and use of hypnosis in the fields of medicine, dentistry and psychology.
Fowler's Syndrome UK
ResearchTHE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION AMONGST THE MEDICAL PROFESSION AND THE PUBLIC ON THE SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND TREATMENT OF FOWLERS SYNDROME LIVING IN ENGLAND AND WALES BY OFFERING SUPPORT TO ANYONE CURRENTLY LIVING WITH THIS CONDITION, IN PARTICULAR THROUGH RAISING AWARENESS AND MEDICAL RESEARCH INTO THE CAUSES, COMPLICATIONS, TREATMENTS, MEDICATIONS AND RESEARCH FOR THIS CONDITION.
Ichthyosis Support Group
Beneficiary group, ResearchTo provide support for sufferers of ichthyosis and their families. To advance the education of the general public and medical profession in all areas relating to ichthoyosis. To promote research into the management and treatment of ichthyosis. Operates throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Westminster Medical School Research Trust
Education, Health, ResearchTo carry out or support or assist medical research in all its aspects. These may include:-Medical research in all disciplines. Research directed to better functioning of nursing or ancillary services provided by a hospital.Research into the better functioning of a hospital as an institutionResearch into pure scienceResearch into methods of education of students
British Cardiac Research Trust
ResearchThe charity seeks to advance education by commissioning, conducting and publicly disseminating research in the field of cardiac medicine and the treatment of people suffering from cardiac complaints.
Stargardt's Connected
Beneficiary group, ResearchThe preservation and protection of good health among people with Stargardt's Disease, in particular but not exclusively by:a) providing information, practical and emotional support and events for such people and their families and carers;b) advancing education in Stargardt's Disease and funding research into the condition, the useful results of which will be disseminated for the public benefit
Gynae-Oncology Research And Clinical Excellence ("grace")
Beneficiary group, Health, ResearchGRACE exists to improve the lives of women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. It aims to improve the detection and treatment of these cancers through raising awareness, funding research, pioneering medical equipment and provision of emotional support to women. The charity supports the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality care within the South East.
Haemstar: Haematology Specialty Training Audit And Research
ResearchWe promote clinical research in Classical Haematology. We do this by: increasing participants recruitment to classical haematology clinical trials; transitioning local audits to large, national ones; developing our own studies; increasing exposure of haematology registrars to the NHS research environment.
Lam Action
Beneficiary group, ResearchLAM Action?s main objectives are to: provide support and information for those with lymphangioleiomyomatosis (?LAM?) and their families; support research which furthers understanding of LAM; increase awareness amongst health professionals about LAM and promulgate good clinical practice for its management; and share research, clinical and patient support experience in the UK and overseas.
Gloucestershire Eye Therapy Trust
Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects of the charity are to promote and advance the study and practice of the diagnosis, treatment and cure of eye disease in Gloucestershire and to carry out and make grants for research into eye disease.
The Peter Jost Charitable Foundation
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchAdvancement of public education and knowledge in science and technology through teaching and research, particularly advancement of public education and the increase of public knowledge in tribology. Also, advancement of medical education and research and the relief of suffering, resulting from both physical and mental illness and its effects.
International Lymphoedema Framework
Health, ResearchThe charity's objectives and activities are to undertake, manage and promote research, education, training and implementation of research based practice relating to clinical conditions involving or relating to lymphoedema and other similar acute or chronic conditions in community or hospital settings and other matters relating to health.
International Journal Of Experimental Pathology
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe principal activity is the publication of the Journal. Our policy is to publish research into the cause, diagnosis and cure of disease in man. Any profits from such publication are used to promote research in this field.
Dilston Physic Garden LTD
Charity and VCS support, Education, Environment, Facilities, Heritage, ResearchBotanic Garden. Science-led centre for education and wellbeing. 2 acres of natural habitat featuring 700 medicinal plants signposted with medicinal use, science, history and folklore. For general public, community, groups, schools, colleges and universities. Educational courses and workshops. Garden for wellbeing programme. Volunteering. Scientific research into plant medicine for the mind/brain.
The Gauchers Association Limited
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, ResearchThe objects of the charity are to relieve the need of sufferers of Gauchers Disease (GD) and to promote research into GD. The charity aims to (1) provide information about GD and keep sufferers, their families and medical advisers up to date with the latest developments (2) encourage the availiability of treatment for GD and (3) actively encourage and raise funds for medical research into GD.
The Kachin Relief Fund
Charitable activities, Education, Health, Research, SocietyTo provide short term relief aid to Kachin IDPs living along the Kachin State and China border, and those who displaced with Kachin State. To provide financial grants to buy basic medical equipment for IDP clinics and hospitals. To provide grants for construction of schools and study materials. To support legal cost for the victims of human rights abuses & support awareness program on human rights
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.