Research

Since 1971, when we were known as the Digestive Disorders Foundation, Guts has funded more than 450 research projects and invested more than £16million into medical research that leads to better diagnosis and treatments for the millions of people across the UK who are affected by a digestive condition.

Our vision has been of a world where digestive diseases are better understood, better treated, and where everyone who lives with one gets the support they need. Digestive diseases are conditions that affect the gut, the liver or the pancreas. They are surprisingly widespread but often misunderstood, underfunded and undervalued.

In 2021, we developed an ‘Experts By Experience’ Panel made up of patients and carers affected by a wide variety of digestive conditions. We’re proud to say that this panel helps us to decide what research Guts UK funds, alongside medical experts. Guts UK will never make a decision that affects you, without you.

Our vision is of a world where digestive disorders are better understood, better treated, and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need. The digestive system is an incredible but complex system, and the better we understand how it works, the better we can look after it.

Our research has the capacity to change and save lives but we couldn’t do it without you. Please consider making a donation to Guts UK today.