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…
Mr Steven Tsui, Royal Papworth Hospital £249,612 Heart transplantation is by far the best treatment for people with advanced heart failure but there is a lack of suitable donor hearts….
Professor Ken Suzuki, William Harvey Research Institute £88,489 Despite recent medical progress, heart attack and resulting heart failure are still major causes of death and disability in the UK. Research…
Professor Manuel Mayr, King’s College London £98,808 It is well-known that risk factors such as obesity, smoking, lack of exercise, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and diabetes can increase…
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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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