Michael Mosley Memorial Fundraiser

Update July 2026

We sincerely thank all contributors for their generous donations to the MMMF. Although the campaign has not reached its fellowship target after a year, the CDRF trustees and Michael Mosley’s family will use the funds raised to support three seed projects. This initiative provides substantial opportunities for early-career researchers and upholds the legacy of Dr Michael Mosley.

What is seed funding in medical research?

Seed funding in medical research provides initial, small-scale financial support to spark innovative projects, gather preliminary data, and establish proof-of-concept. This funding serves as a bridge between early discoveries and the securing of substantial, long-term investment or commercial backing. By supporting high-risk, novel ideas and promoting interdisciplinary teamwork, seed funding helps researchers demonstrate feasibility, thus strengthening applications for larger external grants. Such projects are usually short-term, typically needing results within 12–15 months. Seed funding is often used to develop prototypes, validate new diagnostic methods, or initiate collaborative projects, especially within academic or research institutions. Supporting smaller-scale efforts in this way can provide crucial momentum for larger scientific investigations later on.

For further details on the three projects selected for funding, please visit the CDRF website.

Our joint commitment is to continue Dr Mosley's legacy and foster healthier and happier communities.

For over 25 years, the Chronic Disease Research Foundation (CDRF) has been a leading force in funding medical research into chronic diseases, including obesity and its link to the gut microbiome. Under the guidance of Professor Tim Spector, the Medical Director and a close friend of Dr Mosley and his wife, Dr Clare Bailey Mosley, the CDRF has funded key work based at King’s College London and surrounding hospitals, producing cutting-edge research.

The CDRF is accredited and audited by the AMRC (Association of Medical Research Charities).

If you wish to support this initiative, your donation will have a significant impact, regardless of its size. The more funds we raise, the more permanent the Fellowship and legacy can become.

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The CDRF charity no. is: 1186102

Note: If the funds raised are insufficient to fund this Fellowship, they will be used for other research grants into chronic diseases. Conversely, if more funds are raised than needed, the excess will be used for other research grants into chronic diseases.