How we manage research
As a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC), we adhere to rigorous evaluation and management processes to ensure we fund only the best research. To achieve a world without scarring, we embed the AMRC Principles of Peer Review—accountability, balance, independent decision-making, rotation of scientific advisers, and impartiality—into our funding practices.
In 2020, we were honoured with a certificate of best practice in medical and health research from the AMRC. Member charities undergo an audit every five years to ensure that our funding applications align with AMRC best practices.
Research Management Structure
We fund a diverse range of research into scarring and wound healing, including:
- Basic research to understand the biology of scarring
- Clinical trials on dressings and treatments
- Psychological research to understand the impact of scarring
This diverse portfolio requires the expertise of various individuals to assess and manage our research effectively.
All our funded research is overseen by Advisory Panels or Advisers who report to our Board of Trustees and provide progress recommendations. Our Research Council advises the Board of Trustees on implementing the Foundation’s research strategy.