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
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Brain Tumour Research
Beneficiary group, Health, ResearchBrain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer..yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.This is unacceptable!We are striving to fund a network of 7 research centres whilst challenging government and larger cancer charities to invest more in brain tumour research.Help us fund the fight and find a cure.
Crohn's & Colitis UK
Beneficiary group, ResearchProviding support & information for patients & their families who are affected by Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)Raising public & political awareness of IBDStriving to improve healthcare services & provision for IBDInfluencing the attitudes of society to achieve positive change for those affected by IBDPromoting research into all aspects of IBD & how they affect people's lives
European Renal Association
Arts, ResearchThe advancement of medical knowledge by promoting scientific and clinical advances in the field of nephrology, dialysis, renal transplantation, hypertension & related subjects. The objectives are achieved by publishing journals, holding annual congresses, producing epidemiological data for research, organising educational courses, supporting fellowships and research, producing guidelines.
Action Medical Research
Beneficiary group, ResearchAction Medical Research is a charity whose objects are to promote medical research into the prevention, management and cure of disabling diseases and conditions. We are a UK-wide charity saving and changing children's lives through medical research. We fund a broad range of cutting-edge medical research most likely to deliver real benefit to babies, children and young people.
Cwplus
Health, ResearchCW+ is the charity for Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Our supporters enable us to: - Build new facilities, invest in health innovations and bring the latest technologies to our hospitals. - Deliver a unique art and design programme to transform the hospital experience and clinical environment.- Support research to help improve treatments and care for patients.
The Company Of Biologists
Arts, Economic and community development, ResearchTo promote research and study across all branches of biology through the publication of journals: Development, Journal of Cell Science, Journal of Experimental Biology, Disease Models & Mechanisms and Biology Open. To provide free access to journal content in the developing world and to fund workshops, grants and travelling fellowships to support the scientific community.
The Fetal Medicine Foundation
ResearchTo Promote and encourage the development of new methods for fetal diagnosis and therapy through research.
International Centre For Life Trust
Beneficiary group, Environment, Research(a) inspire curiosity in science through a programme of exhibitions and events, to raise standards in science education for young people and to engage everyone in contemporary science issues, such as climate change and stem cell technology.(b) provide substantial annual funding and state-of-the-art facilities on site to support world-class scientific research in medicine to benefit the public
Cleveland Clinic Philanthropy (uk) LTD
ResearchThe objects of the Charity are, to the extent that the same are exclusively charitable according to the laws of England and Wales, the advancement of health, medical education and research for the benefit of the public and in particular (but without limitation) in supporting The Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
Rosetrees
ResearchRosetrees seeks to support the highest quality medical research, likely to lead to early diagnosis,treatment, therapies and medication. The Trust funds research into a wide variety of medical conditions (andis always willing to consider new applications which meet the Trust's high standards) likely to lead to publicbenefit from improved treatments.
Amref Health Africa
Beneficiary group, ResearchAmref Health Africa is Africa's leading health development organisation. Headquartered in Nairobi, we work with some of the most remote and marginalised communities on the African continent, ensuring they can access their right to health. We believe women and girls have the power to effect lasting change in their communities: that?s why they?re at the heart of everything we do.
British Small Animal Veterinary Association
Health, Professions, ResearchThe BSAVA is a professional body for veterinary surgeons and nurses who treat companion animals. It drives/promotes excellence in small animal veterinary practice through focusing on education, science and the community to develop the knowledge and skills of its members. PetSavers, its research arm, funds veterinary clinical studies into diseases of pets and the treatment thereof
Society For Endocrinology
Arts, Health, Professions, ResearchAdvancement of scientific and clinical education and research in endocrinology for the public benefit through grants, events, research, education of doctors, nurses and scientists, publications and to educate and inform the public and patients through providing support and information on all aspects of endocrinology.
Cure Eb (formerly Known As Sohana Research Fund)
Charitable activities, ResearchSRF seeks to assist those suffering from Epidermolysis Bullosa ("EB"), in particular but not exclusively by making grants:(1) to fund medical research and/or clinical trials anywhere in the world for the purpose of discovering, developing and delivering treatments for EB; and(2) to fund the treatment of patients who are suffering from EB.
British Society For Rheumatology
ResearchThe charity's principal activity is the advancement of education, research and training of the multidisciplinary team; the development of clinical and scientific knowledge about arthritis, musculoskeletal and autoimmune rheumatic conditions; andthe advancement of health by the improvement of standards of clinical care in paediatric, adolescent and adult rheumatology.
Wings For Life UK Spinal Cord Research Foundation
Charity and VCS support, ResearchWings for Life UK aims to advance and promote scientific and medical research for the benefit of the public into the nature, causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of all forms of spinal cord injuries. Wings for Life UK raises money through various fundraising initiatives and prioritises funds raised for UK based research.
The Metro Centre LTD
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Health, ResearchMetro works with anyone experiencing issues related to sexuality, identity, gender & Diversity. We work in the fields of: Sexual & Reproductive health: Mental Health & Wellbeing: HIV Prevention & Support: Youth Services: Community Involvement & Participation. We provide support, advice, advocacy, information, counselling, group work, community development, research, clinical services & resources.
Coeliac UK
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchPROMOTE THE BENEFIT AND WELFARE OF PERSONS WITH GLUTENENTEROPATHY, OR ANY RELATED MEDICAL CONDITION, ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN THE NATURE OF THE COELIAC CONDITION AND ITS TREATMENTS PARTICULARLY AMONG SUFFERERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, FRIENDS AND CARERS; TO PROMOTE RESEARCH INTO THE NATURE, CAUSES, ALLEVIATION, TREATMENT AND CURE OF THE COELIAC CONDITION AND TO MAKE PUBLICLY AVAILABLE THE RESULTS
The British Kidney Patient Association
Charitable activities, ResearchTo improve quality of life for those affected by kidney disease by: giving financial support to kidney patients in need; making grants to renal units to improve care by funding staff posts, capital works and equipment/projects; providing advice, information, support and services; campaigning to inform policy and practice at all levels; and supporting multi-professional, patient-centred research.
European Society Of Endocrinology
Arts, ResearchThe objects of ESE are to promote for the public benefit research, education, and clinical practice in endocrinology by the organisation of conferences, training courses and publications, by raising public awareness, liaison with national and international legislators, and by any other appropriate means.
Bcno Limited
Education, Health, ResearchBCOM provides graduate and postgraduate osteopathic education via an integrated mix of academic and clinical study.The College offers university validated degree courses which are also, where appropriate, professionally accredited by the General Osteopathic Council and the General Council & Register of Naturopaths.
British Society Of Gastroenterology
ResearchEducation and Training (annual scientific meeting, postgraduate training, clinical update meetings)Supporting research into gut and liver disease (supporting academic development, promoting Gut)Enhancing service standards (clinical service development, guidelines, sharing of best practice)Supporting the gastrointestinal communityPromoting awareness of gastroenterology
Medical Research Foundation
ResearchTo promote medical research anywhere in the world, and in particular to support research training, public engagement with research and the dissemination of research results for the improvement of human health.
The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation
ResearchOur vision is to prevent and end allergic disease; it is also our mission to bring about positive change by focusing on law and policies, medical research and educating and raising allergy awareness. We want to ensure the needs of allergy sufferers are met in a meaningful way and to offer a real hope that will change the lives of all those living with this life threatening disease.
The Thrombosis Research Institute
Health, ResearchResearch has continue to focus on three broad ares: venous thromboembolic disease, atherothrombosis and cancer associated thrombosis. Educational symposia bring together researchers and practising clinicians to disseminate the results of research.
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.