We fund some of the most innovative projects to advance the prevention, treatment and cure of heart diseases in the UK
By funding vital research projects taking place at universities and hospitals across the UK, you are supporting the highest quality research delivered by the best scientists to help save more lives. This means more research will be dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of heart diseases in the future.
Explore the pioneering research projects we have funded.
Cardiac patches for heart repair
A trial for every patient
Personalised angina care
Blood clots in acute coronary syndrome
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We’re teaming up with Teesside University and the Pumping Marvellous Foundation to talk about heart failure and physical activity and we want to hear from you. Whether you’re living with…
Professor Derek Steele University of Leeds £132,190 The rhythmic beating of the heart is controlled by the co-ordinated opening and closing of ‘ion channels’ in the heart cells which allow…
Heart Research UK and the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) are delighted to announce the successful applicants for their clinical fellowship opportunities in 2025. The scheme offers the potential for clinical…
Your generosity empowers young researchers like Dr Penny to lead the way in transforming cardiovascular medicine. She began her journey with the Excellence in Scholarship, Enterprise and Leadership (EXSEL) programme….
There are so many ways that you can make a difference in our fight against heart diseases.
With your help we can achieve a future free from heart diseases. Thank you for your support and kindness
Everyone who supports our work powers life-saving medical research, vital community projects and masterclasses for tomorrow’s heart experts.
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