Wings for Life UK Spinal Cord Research Foundation

The foundation funds research exclusively related to spinal cord injury, covering basic biomedical research, translational studies, and clinical trials. It supports work on neuroregeneration, novel therapies, and rehabilitation, with a stated priority on major clinical trials and translational research. The foundation also offers project grants for individual researchers and teams. While the foundation is UK-based and prioritises UK projects, it supports research that benefits people with spinal cord injuries across the United Kingdom.

Registered charities and academic institutions, including universities and NHS Trusts, with proven expertise and facilities in spinal cord injury research are eligible to apply. The foundation welcomes applications from both individuals and organisations, with no religious restrictions. While worldwide applications are accepted, UK researchers receive priority, reflecting the foundation's commitment to UK-based projects.

The foundation does not fund activities outside the area of spinal cord injury. This includes non-SCI health research, core organisational costs, or unrelated projects. All resources are directed exclusively toward finding a cure for spinal cord injury, ensuring a laser-focused approach.

The foundation provides multi-year funding for research projects, with support available for clinical research related to spinal cord injury. It welcomes unsolicited applications, and its funding style emphasises high-quality scientific and medical research, including major clinical trials and translational studies.