Climate and health
Our vision is a world in which climate change does not harm health in the communities it affects most.
Policy and advocacy
We bring together governments, affected communities, funders and organisations from across the world to advocate for evidence-based policies that improve health.
What we do
We focus on the world's biggest health challenges and supporting the best possible environment for researchers to thrive.
Our work with researchers and policy makers – as well as commercial, charitable and non-governmental organisations around the world – informs decisions about science and health, and provides strong evidence for coordinated global action.
Areas we work in
Discovery research
Our mission is to transform understanding of life, health, and wellbeing through curiosity-driven research across a diverse range of perspectives and contexts.
Infectious disease
Our vision is a world in which escalating infectious diseases are under control in the communities most affected.
Mental health
Our vision is a world in which no one is held back by mental health problems.
How the next UK government can support research
The UK government can improve both the economy and people’s health by investing in research. Our manifesto for science outlines three priorities for an incoming government – and why they matter.
Research culture: let's reimagine how we work together
Current practices prioritise outputs over people’s wellbeing. We want to help build a better research culture – one that is creative, inclusive and honest.
Brexit
We worked with EU institutions, the UK government, the research sector and others to achieve a Brexit settlement that allows research to thrive in the UK and Europe.
Our approach
How we influence and inform policy
We work with a wide range of partners, including governments, research funders, learned societies, charities and commercial organisations, in the UK, Europe and globally.
Wellcome Policy Lab
We’re experimenting with more creative ways to develop policy and engage decision-makers to help Wellcome deliver its mission.
Latest reports and briefings
No results
For more about our policy work, browse our briefings and consultation responses.
