Research Charities That specialise in Science
Discover 2,145 Research charities that specialise in science. 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.
Conservation Education & Research Trust
ResearchWe engage people worldwide in scientific field research and education in order to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.
Brain Research Trust
ResearchBrain Research UK (the working name of Brain Research Trust) promotes and supports basic and clinical research into neurological disease which affects one in five people in the UK. We fund ground-breaking research at UK-wide centres of excellence for scientific research into neurological diseases and conditions.
The Sillitoe Charitable Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo advance the education of the public in general (and Geology students in particular) in the science ofEconomic Geology by providing suitable funding for education, research, publications, student supportand other suitable programs.
Training And Development Resource Limited
Economic and community development, Education, ResearchTDR delivers activities regionally in the science, engineering, manufacturing and technology sectors by co-ordinating schools, students and employers to provide seamless opportunities for progression from school to fully trained status, focussing on enhanced work experience and providing jobs with planned training. TDR also works with employers to enhance the regional industrial skills.
The British Society For Haematology
Arts, ResearchThe BSH aims to promote the study and practice of Haematology within the UK and more broadly throughout Europe and the rest of the world through its annual scientific meeting, educational and scientific grants, guidelines production, through its website, its journal the British Journal of Haematology. The BSH is open to all Haematology professionals.
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals
Arts, ResearchCILIP works for the benefit of the public to promote education and knowledge through the establishment and development of libraries and information services and to advance information science (being the science and practice of the collection, collation, evaluation and organized dissemination of information)
Royal Society For Public Health
Charitable activities, ResearchRSPH is an independent, multi-disciplinary organisation, dedicated to the promotion and protection of collective human health and well-being.Through advocacy, mediation, empowerment, knowledge and practice we advise on policy development, provide education and training services, encourage scientific research, disseminate information and certify products, training centres and processes.
Mirza Sharif Ahmad Foundation
Education, Health, Religion, Research, Saving of lives1. Propagation of Islam worldwide2. Building of mosques, hospitals & schools3. Scientific research & development4. Scholarships for higher education5. Emergency relief - natural disasters6. Assistance to deserving and needy
Nekton Foundation
ResearchNekton Foundation is a new marine research organisation dedicated to exploring the deep ocean, the most unknown frontier on our planet. By understanding how the oceans are changing due to human impacts and promoting awareness of marine science through communications and education, we seek to increase ocean protection and stewardship.
The Royal Institution Of Cornwall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Heritage, ResearchThe objectives of the RIC is to advance the education of the public through the study and knowledge of literature, natural sciences, archaeology, history, ethnology, geology and the fine and applied arts. The RIC provides access to it's comprehensive collection and holds regular exhibitions. The RIC provides education activities through it's schools and family workshops.
Qi Partners
ResearchAdvancing education in food and health sciences and the advancement of health for the public benefit by the provision of facilities for the conduct of charitable research into food and health sciences and the investigation, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders and for research into diseases and disorders including the publication of the useful results of that research.
Campaign For Science And Engineering
Charitable activities, ResearchOur mission is to raise the political profile of science and engineering. We passionately believe in the importance of scientific and technological education and development, and the vital need for the funding of this research by Government and industry. The strength of our policy advocacy is due to our political networks, independent analysis, broad membership, and responsiveness.
The Institute Of Marine Engineering, Science And Technology
Arts, ResearchIMarEST is the leading professional membership body and learned society for all marine professionals, with over 20,000 members worldwide. The Institute has a strong international presence with an extensive network of around 50 international branches, offers peer-reviewed journals and an industry-focused magazine, produces conferences and events, and enjoys non-governmental status at IMO.
British Psychotherapy Foundation
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchPROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN PSYCHOANALYTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY, JUNGIAN ANALYSIS AND CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOANALYTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY.POST QUALIFYING COURSES AND ACADEMIC COURSES, PUBLIC EDUCATION AND CROSS-DISCIPLINARY LINKS.CLINICAL SERVICES.SCIENTIFIC LIFE, PUBLICATIONS AND RESEARCH.MEMBERSHIP SERVICES.
Magna Trust
ResearchMagna is a science education adventure centre incorporating a visitor attraction with four pavilions focusing on Air, Earth, Fire and Water comprising over 100 interactive exhibits. The attraction is augmented by two outdoor play areas.
Techniquest
ResearchTechniquest's aim is to promote the advancement of education and improve the public perception of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) by establishing permanent and temporary interactive exhibitions across Wales, together with supporting educational programmes and a series of outreach programmes for those unable to visit a permanent exhibition.
The Galilee Foundation
Research, Social welfareTo relieve poverty and advance the education of Palestinians living in Israel & the Palestinian Territories, regardless of gender or faith, in particular but not exclusively by promoting culture, heritage, art, science and research initiatives by the provision of training, advice and support.
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy
ResearchThe UKCP promotes the art and science of psychotherapy for the public benefit; it promotes research and education in psychotherapy and disseminate the results of any such research. It also promotes high standards of training and practice in psychotherapy and the wider provision of psychotherapy for the public benefit.
Tnc UK Foundation Limited
Environment, ResearchOur focus is on non-confrontational, pragmatic, science-based programmes & solutions to build a world where biodiversity thrives & people conserve nature both for its own sake and for its ability to enrich human lives. The programmes TNC-UK supports will focus on globally significant lands, rivers, lakes, oceans and strategies to create more sustainable cities and stabilise the climate.
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchPROMOTE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ASPECTS BY THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS, INCLUDING THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES OF THE ORCHESTRA KNOWN AS THE OXFORD PHILHARMONIC, AND PROMOTE THE GENERAL PURPOSES OF SUCH CHARITABLE BODIES AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY FROM TIME TO TIME DECIDE.
The Society For Experimental Biology
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTHE SOCIETY PROMOTES EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY WITHIN THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY AND SOCIETY. THE SOCIETY'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ORGANISATION AND SPONSORSHIP OF CONFERENCES; THE PUBLICATION AND DISSEMINATION OF SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE; EDUCATION, CAREERS AND POLICY WORK; THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRAVEL GRANTS; MEMBERSHIP TO EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY RESEARCHERS.
Lawes Agricultural Trust
Economic and community development, ResearchThe promotion of original investigation and research for the advancement of the science of agriculture
The Institute Of Brewing & Distilling
ResearchThe advancement of education and professional development in the science and technology of brewing, distilling and related industries through the provision of professional examinations and qualifications that are recognised globally and supported by appropriate training and seminars.
The Horse Trust
Animals, Housing, Research, Social careThe Horse Trust exists to enhance and improve the quality of life of equines in the UK. In achieving these objectives The Trust undertakes three main strategic aims:Sanctuary - to provide sanctuary and respite care at The Home of Rest for Horses Scientific Research - to fund non-invasive research.Knowledge and Skills - to devise and deliver a broad spectrum of training courses.
The British School At Rome
Education, ResearchThe British School at Rome is a centre of interdisciplinary research excellence in the Mediterranean supporting the full range of arts , humanities and social sciences . We create an environment for work of international standing and impact from Britain and the Commonwealth , and a bridge into the intellectual heart of Rome and Italy .
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many science research charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,145 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 £6.7bn 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 £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.