Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council

The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is the UK's largest public funder for non-medical bioscience. As part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), its mission is to support high-quality research and postgraduate training related to the understanding and exploitation of biological systems. It invests in world-class bioscience to advance scientific knowledge, promote economic growth, and improve the quality of life in the UK and beyond. BBSRC funds research in universities and strategically-funded institutes, helping society meet challenges like food security, green energy, and healthy aging.