UCL Consultants

LifeArc, established in 1992 and based in London, is an independent life science medical research charity. It focuses on improving patient outcomes through investments in early-stage biotech and healthtech companies. LifeArc Ventures, its investment arm, funds seed and Series-A stage companies in healthcare technology systems, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices. The charity also manages a philanthropic fund to support academic research.

The Medical Research Council (MRC) is an independent organization established in 1919, evolving from a royal commission aimed at investigating tuberculosis. Its primary mission is to enhance human health through medical research. The MRC provides funding and support to a diverse range of entities, including researchers, businesses, universities, NHS bodies, charities, and non-governmental organizations. By facilitating research at the cutting edge of science, the MRC aims to prevent illness, develop new therapies, and improve overall health outcomes. Through its initiatives, the MRC plays a crucial role in advancing medical knowledge and fostering collaboration within the research community.

We Are Pop Up, established in 2012, operates a platform in the United Kingdom that facilitates short-term commercial property leasing. The company connects businesses and brands with commercial property owners and managers, enabling transactions for short-term leases. Its platform caters to a variety of projects, including retail, art, design, dining, social, and technology, helping businesses find suitable commercial spaces for their needs. As of 2016, We Are Pop Up operates as a subsidiary of Brandspots.