Wellcome's purpose is improving health by helping great ideas to thrive. We do this in four ways.
We support researchers
We directly fund thousands of scientists and researchers around the world at every step of the way from discovery to impact. Our funding schemes offer grants across biomedical science, population health, medical innovation, humanities and social science, and public engagement.
Understanding health and disease
Supporting research into fundamental questions
Improving health
Helping people turn discoveries into new technologies, treatments and diagnostics
Research culture
Building a more creative, inclusive and honest culture
Africa and Asia
Developing strong research ecosystems to improve millions of lives
We take on big health challenges
We identify areas in which Wellcome can lead significant change, aiming to transform the global response to some of today’s biggest health challenges.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Supporting global research and development to end the pandemic
Drug-resistant infections
Transforming the world's response to antibiotic resistance
Vaccines
Developing new vaccines and improving existing ones
Mental health
Leading a new approach to drive science forward and improve people’s lives
We campaign for better science
Through partnerships across the world, we advocate to ensure that good research is well supported, and that health is improved by changes to policies and practices based on evidence.
Influencing policy
Making research and healthcare as effective as possible
Diversity and inclusion
Removing barriers to create an inclusive culture
We help everyone get involved
We engage the public so that people are more aware of science and health research, and feel able to make the most of it in their own lives.
Public engagement
Helping everyone play a role in improving health
Science education
Inspiring teachers and students
Wellcome Collection
Challenging how we all think and feel about health