Association of Medical Research Charities

The Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) is the leading membership organization for health and medical research charities in the United Kingdom. Representing over 150 member charities, the AMRC acts as a unified voice to influence policy and advocate for a supportive environment for medical research. Its members, which include major funders like the Wellcome Trust and Cancer Research UK, collectively contribute billions of pounds toward life-saving research and infrastructure. The organization sets high standards for the sector by requiring members to adhere to a rigorous peer-review process for funding allocation. AMRC facilitates collaboration between charities, the government, the National Health Service (NHS), and the pharmaceutical industry to accelerate the translation of research into patient benefits.