We fund cutting edge research
We are the largest charity dedicated to kidney research in the UK.
We have a range of research grants available that you can apply for. Find out how much funding you can apply for? What types of grant you are able to apply for? What grants are open and the application deadline? How to make an application? And all the supporting information you need.
Research awards
Find out the results of our latest grants rounds and information on the research we're funding.
Research networks
Information about the UK Kidney Research Consortium, clinical study groups and renal science networks.
Early career researcher
A programme to help support the career development of the next generation of researchers.
Patient involvement
Encouraging patient participation, engagement and involvement in research to add value.
Your publications
Help us to maximise the impact of your work by telling us when and what you’re due to publish.
Scientific meeting sponsorship
Apply for up to £2,000 to support your scientific meeting.
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Driving Discoveries
Join us for our two-day conference to bring the renal community together.
NURTuRE - a resource to drive progress in kidney diseases
NURTuRE is a unique resource for the kidney disease community, accelerating discovery of new treatments and diagnostic approaches through secure provision of a rich resource of samples and data.
The LifeArc-Kidney Research UK Centre for Rare Kidney Diseases
Rare diseases cause around 90% of kidney failure cases in children. Treatments are limited and some are unavailable to children.
We're investing with LifeArc to accelerate research and treatments across the UK, providing fairer access to all.
Got a question? Get in touch.
For more information or if you have any questions, get in touch with our Research Operations Team: