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Wave of blue fluorescence reveals pathway of death in worms
The final biological events in the life of a worm are described today, revealing how death spreads like a wave from cell to cell until the whole organism is dead.
Scientists identify link between introspection and brain structure
Our ability to reflect on our own thoughts, emotions and behaviour is one of the key aspects of consciousness and what makes us human, but the biological basis of this…
Wellcome Trust comment on NHS England care data
NHS England has announced that it plans to delay the collection of data from GP surgeries until the autumn and that it will work with patients and professional groups to…
Why is a global Covid-19 vaccine rollout vital?
The Covid-19 pandemic is global, and to bring the pandemic to a close, a collaborative, global approach is needed. But why is it so important that all countries have access…
Advances in genetic sequencing diagnose Paralympic hopeful’s rare condition
National Paracycling Champion Tom Staniford has an extremely rare condition which, until now, has puzzled his doctors. He is unable to store fat under his skin - yet has type…
£20,000 Wellcome Photography Prize 2020 to challenge mental health myths
Wellcome Photography Prize 2020 is now open for submissions until 16 December 2019. There are five categories, including two for this year's theme, mental health.
Wellcome Trust appoints new Director of Innovations
The Wellcome Trust is today pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Stephen Caddick as Director of the Innovations division.
Rare genetic disorder provides clues to development of the pancreas
A rare genetic disorder has given researchers at the University of Exeter a surprising insight into how the pancreas develops. The finding provides a clue to how it may be…
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Team
Works to make sure that in everything Wellcome does, the broadest possible range of people contribute to, and benefit from, science's potential to change the world.
Dr Ted Bianco to be appointed Acting Director of the Wellcome Trust
Dr Ted Bianco, currently Director of Technology Transfer at the Wellcome Trust, is to be appointed Acting Director of the Trust following the departure of Sir Mark Walport on…
Wellcome sets target of being operationally net zero by 2030
Wellcome, the charitable foundation which supports science to solve urgent global health challenges, has set a target of reaching net zero for its UK scope 1 and 2 emissions…
Exploring 'The Secret Life of Four Year Olds'
A new documentary from RDF Television that follows ten four year olds in a nursery during the most pivotal year of their lives is due to be aired on Channel 4 on Tuesday 10…
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Wellcome Library pledges support for Knowledge Unlatched open access project
Wellcome Library has signed up to a new open access pilot project, Knowledge Unlatched (KU). KU aims to make a collection of books, covering a wide range of humanities and…
Dame Kay Davies to become Deputy Chairman of the Wellcome Trust
The Wellcome Trust has today announced that Dame Kay Davies, Dr Lee’s Professor of Anatomy at the University of Oxford, has been appointed as its Deputy Chairman. Dame Kay,…
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If this is your or your organisation's first Wellcome award, you must complete a Common Reporting Standard (CRS) tax form.
Wellcome commissions report on science’s environmental impact
Wellcome is taking its first step in supporting scientific researchers around the world to think about, assess and mitigate the effect of their work on the environment.
Eliza Manningham-Buller starts as Chair of the Wellcome Trust
The Wellcome Trust is pleased to announce that Eliza Manningham-Buller starts today as the Trust's new Chair.