Our research

We support a wide range of research across disciplines to improve health; science that helps us understand human health and disease, from biomedical to clinical, social and population sciences. Below we highlight our current key focus areas.

AI in health

Find out about our new research area discovering ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve our health. 

Climate change and health

We support research helping to improve knowledge of the health impacts of climate change.

Mental health in young people

We are working to improve student and young people's mental health and wellbeing.

Neuroscience

Brain research for better lives. World-leading research into the fundamental science of the brain and nervous system.

Cancer

World-class research in cancer biology, population health and health care to prevent and detect cancers, and improve treatments.

Infection and Immunity

The study of the mechanisms that cause and spread disease, from emerging infections, to chronic inflammatory conditions.

If you would like to see a list of the research projects we are currently funding see our research projects list

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