We bring together bright young researchers and the most eminent in their fields. We stimulate and support their work. Then we celebrate the breakthrough ideas that emerge, and the difference they make to the world.

We host symposia where early career researchers and eminent scientists meet, discuss, and inspire each other. Small and informal, they build our understanding by encouraging every participant to contribute and collaborate.

We award the Rank Prize for scientific excellence in the fields of nutrition and optoelectronics. We celebrate breakthrough ideas that become practical applications that can make a difference to all our lives.

We support talented scientists at all stages in their careers. Our grants encourage researchers to get started in their own work, broaden their experiences, explore ideas together, and share their discoveries.

Founded by Lord Rank in 1972, we are a family charity that celebrates research in optoelectronics and nutrition. These two fields were at the heart of Lord Rank’s interests and businesses. That’s why they feature in our prizes, grants and symposia.