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What we expect from the people and organisations we fund, why we ask to be informed and what we do with this information, sanctions and handling allegations.

Once regarded as an inert scaffold or ‘glue’ the extracellular matrix - the molecules that surround and support animal cells - has been shown to have crucial roles in the…

Few careers are straightforward. Lucy took two years' break from academia, changed disciplines to return – and became a new parent just as she started her postdoc.

Research culture could greatly improve if we addressed short-termism and job insecurity, says Professor Katrina Lythgoe.

Find out what Wellcome grantholders need to do to report progress on their grant.

The British public are being invited to share their experiences of rest as part of a national ‘Rest Test’, which launched on 3 November at 9pm on BBC Radio 4’s All in the…

Global business should play a critical role in making the world more resilient against disease outbreaks, contributing to the investment needed to strengthen health systems,…

‘Georgie Meadows: Stitched drawings’ brings together 20 textile artworks that explore personal experiences of ageing and dementia. Meadows, a Monmouth-based artist and…

Researchers think cannabidiol (CBD) could offer a ground-breaking new treatment for people with psychosis. A new Wellcome-supported study could help find the answers.

Students from five secondary schools will be presenting the results of their genuine academic research at a symposium alongside scientist and broadcaster Professor Robert…

The Covid-19 pandemic is a social and an economic crisis just as much as it is a health one – its repercussions, severe and far-reaching, are being felt across the world.

As we publish our annual report, Julia Gillard, Chair of Wellcome, shares her outlook on the critical role for science in solving urgent health challenges facing everyone.

How the Covid-19 crisis has affected people around the world and influenced their trust in science, healthcare systems and governments.

Scientific research into the phenomenon of false memories underpins the national touring exhibition 'False Memory Archive’, opening at The Exchange in Penzance on Saturday 28…

Launch of a £25,000 annual award, created by the Wellcome Trust, bringing together the traditionally diverse fields of medicine and literature.

Science and health are to be front and centre stage in a mini-festival of events during this years’ Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Sick of the Fringe is bringing together…

We were deeply saddened to hear about the death of Sir John Sulston this week. John was an outstanding figure in UK biological and medical science and in Wellcome’s history.

Developed in collaboration with our LGBTQ+ network at Wellcome, we're launching a new trans inclusion policy for our staff.

How do you go about building all the skills you need at the start of your research career? Cherry found a mentor to guide her through this journey.