Advancing the future of research into metabolic health in memory of Dr Michael Mosley.

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​To honour the memory of British broadcaster, author and science journalist, Dr Michael Mosley, a new clinical research fellowship will be established to help improve the nation’s metabolic health. The Mosley family, in partnership with King’s College London and the Chronic Disease Research Foundation (CDRF), have pledged to continue research that embodies Dr Mosley’s mission to help people live longer, healthier and happier lives.

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Michael Mosley’s wife, Dr Clare Bailey Mosley, says: “Michael was most proud of the work that he did in helping people to improve their metabolic health. It is an issue he felt passionate about. It is increasingly clear that improving metabolic health decreases your risk of multiple chronic conditions, including type 2 diabetes, reducing blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, dementia, cancer and more.

Campaign update.

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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 serves to uphold the legacy of Dr. Michael Mosley.

What is seed funding in medical research?

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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 selected projects, please click here.

 

The campaign remains open, and we welcome additional donations. The CDRF will continue to use further funds for innovative research in honour of Dr Mosley’s legacy. Thank you for your ongoing support.

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