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Research Charities That specialise in Science

Discover 804 Research charities that specialise in science. Use the search below to filter within these results.

804
Charities
£3,871,727,922
Total Income
£3,346,351
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

The Royal College Of Radiologists

Education, Health, Research

The objects of the College are to advance the science and practice of Clinical Radiology and Clinical Oncology.

Latest Income: £13,194,000
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Radha Soami Satsang Beas British Isles

Arts, Research

Commission and distribute literature on the Radha Soami teachings. Guide authors in their research and writings on spirituality and religion. Raise awareness of organ donations and support NHS in holding blood donation camps. Support other Charities in UK and Europe with similar objectives to its own to hold weekly and national meetings where discourses on the Radha Soami teachings are given.

Latest Income: £13,138,343
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Wild Planet Trust

Environment, Research

The Trust's principal activity during the year was the advancement of scientific knowledge, education and science in accordance with its charitable objectives.

Latest Income: £13,080,731
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Leeds Castle Foundation

Research

The aims and activities of Leeds Castle Foundation are to preserve the Castle, its collections and its grounds for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. Its secondary aim is to provide a location for discussion and debate of medical science, and a forum for the arts. The Castle and its grounds are made available to the general public for 364 days per annum.

Latest Income: £12,693,000
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Marwell Wildlife

Charitable activities, Environment, Heritage, Research

To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.

Latest Income: £12,400,879
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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World Cancer Research Fund

Health, Leisure, Research

To raise awareness that the risk of cancer is reduced by healthy food and nutrition, physical activity and weight management.To fund cutting-edge research on how the foods we eat, the amount of physical activity we do and our body weight impact our cancer risk so that our diet and health recommendations for reducing the risk of cancer are based on current science.

Latest Income: £11,937,144
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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South West Environmental Parks Limited

Environment, Facilities, Research

The charity's activities are to advance scientific knowledge of plants, animals and the natural world; to advance education on the conservation of the physical and natural world and the promotion of biodiversity; to promote the conservation of the physical and the natural environment and the maintenance of the physical and natural environment and the maintenance of biological diversity.

Latest Income: £10,898,304
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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The Institution Of Chemical Engineers

Research

Promoting and advancing the science of chemical engineering in all its branches, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline for the benefit of society and supporting the professional development of members.

Latest Income: £10,598,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal College Of Pathologists

Charitable activities, Education, Research

The College's mission is to promote excellence in the practice of pathology, and its primary concern is to patients and the public. As indicated in the Royal Charter the aims are to (1) advance the science and practice of pathology (2) further public education in the field of pathology and (3) promote research in pathology and disseminate the results.

Latest Income: £10,515,264
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre

Research

The CCDC is dedicated to the advancement of chemistry and crystallography for the public benefit through providing high quality information services and software. This is primarily achieved through compilation and dissemination of the Cambridge Structural Database (CSD). The CSD is an essential resource in the molecular sciences and is used extensively in medical research aimed at the drug design.

Latest Income: £9,879,753
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Wildlife Trust

Environment, Heritage, Research

The Trust exists to advance, promote and further conservation maintenance and protection of wildlife and its habitats, places of natural beauty, places of zoological, botanical, geographical, archaeological or scientific interest and features of landscape with geological, physiographical or amenity value in particular, but not exclusively in ways that further biodiversity.

Latest Income: £9,876,625
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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The Royal Institution Of Great Britain

Research

The Ri's mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society. The Ri's objects, as defined by the Royal Charter of 1800, are to diffuse knowledge, facilitate the general introduction of useful mechanical inventions and improvements and for teaching by courses of philosophical lectures and experiments, the application of science to the common purposes of life.

Latest Income: £9,823,000
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Royal Town Planning Institute

Research

The object of the Chartered Institute, as incorporated in the Supplemental Charter 2003, is to advance the science and art of planning (town and country and spatial planning) for the benefit of the public.Key objectives during the year have been the promotion of spatial planning and membership of the Institute, support for members and Planning Aid.

Latest Income: £8,375,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Company Of Biologists

Arts, Economic and community development, Research

To 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.

Latest Income: £7,653,258
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Cornwall Wildlife Trust

Environment, Facilities, Heritage, Research

RECORD, STUDY AND PROTECT PLACES AND OBJECTS OF ORNITHOLOGICAL, ENTOMOLOGICAL, BOTANICAL, ZOOLOGICAL, GEOLOGICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR SCIENTIFIC INTEREST, OR OF NATURAL BEAUTY; OWN AND MANAGE NATURE RESERVES FOR THE CONSERVATION AND CONTROL OF PLANTS AND WILD CREATURES LIVING THEREIN; PROMOTE, ORGANISE AND ENCOURAGE STUDY AND RESEARCH FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF KNOWLEDGE IN THE NATURAL SCIENCES.

Latest Income: £7,647,715
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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Cheltenham Festivals

Arts, Research

Cheltenham Festivals runs four international festivals of jazz, science, music and literature. The programme is accompanied by a wide-reaching education and outreach programme. The festivals also specialise in developing young talented musicians, scientists and writers.

Latest Income: £7,498,641
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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The Richard Ormonde Shuttleworth Remembrance Trust

Economic and community development, Education, Heritage, Leisure, Research

Promotion of education and training in the science, practice and history of aviation and automotive transportandPromotion of education and training in the science and practice of agriculture, food production and management of rural resources by making arrangements for the provision and conduct of a college.

Latest Income: £6,829,000
Areas of Operation: Bedford
Status: Registered
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The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists

Arts, Education, Health, Research

The College creates and maintains standards in ophthalmic training and practice, organises examinations and sets the curriculum. It maintains a CPD system and provides surgical skills courses for trainees. It organises scientific meetings, publishes a scientific journal and provides information on ophthalmic matters for practitioners and the general public.It encourages eye related research.

Latest Income: £6,644,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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British Association For The Advancement Of Science

Research

Our mission is?to transform the diversity and inclusivity of science; to reach under-served audiences, and increase the number of people who are actively engaged and involved in science. By unlocking the potential of a more diverse group of people, we increase our ability to tackle some of the world?s biggest challenges and shape our future for the better.

Latest Income: £6,447,074
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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British Motor Industry Heritage Trust

Heritage, Research

To establish and maintain for the benefit of the nation a motor vehicle museum and promote the preservation of motor vehicles, archives and artefacts relating to the British Motor Industry with historic, scientific or educative value.To exhibit and allow public access to such vehicles, archives and artefacts by means of exhibitions and demonstrate operation of any such vehicles or artefacts.

Latest Income: £6,317,317
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Royal Aeronautical Society

Research

The principal objects of the Society are the general advancement of Aeronautical Art, Science and Engineering and more particularly promoting that species of knowledge which distinguishes the profession of Aeronautics.

Latest Income: £6,305,730
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The British Ecological Society

Research

The British Ecological Society is a scientific society for all those interested in ecology. Our vision is to advance ecology and make it count. We achieve this by developing ecological science and scientists; improving the quality of education and capacity building; promoting the use of ecological science and building collaborative partnerships.

Latest Income: £6,265,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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British Small Animal Veterinary Association

Health, Professions, Research

The 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

Latest Income: £6,180,306
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Royal College Of Speech And Language Therapists

Education, Research

RCSLT is a professional membership body which promotes for the public benefit the art and science of speech and language therapy, meaning the care for individuals with communication, swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. It represents its members by the provision of a range of membership services, lobbying and networking activities. It issues professional guidance & undertakes research.

Latest Income: £6,071,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Society For Endocrinology

Arts, Health, Professions, Research

Advancement 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.

Latest Income: £5,622,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many science research charities are there in the UK?

There are 804 registered science research charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the science 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 science research charities?

Science research charities reported a combined annual income of £3.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for science research charities?

Across all science 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 science research charities?

Science research charities have an average annual income of £3.3m. 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.