The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) of England is committed to enabling surgeons to achieve and maintain the highest standards of surgical practice. Internationally recognised as one of the world’s leading surgical professional bodies, the college has safeguarded clinical standards for over 200 years and continues to address society’s health challenges through its professional work, surgical research and education.

High-quality surgery is based on research that proves an intervention is safe and effective. Impactful research is of vital importance, allowing new techniques and technologies to be developed, evaluated and implemented into clinical practice as quickly and safely as possible. The Surgical Research Fund is used to support the college's fellowship scheme to ensure researchers can continue to push the frontiers of surgical care.