KQ Labs

The Francis Crick Institute, located in London, is a prominent biomedical discovery institute dedicated to researching the biology underlying human health. It serves a diverse community of over 2,000 staff and students, including alumni, who collaborate across various disciplines to explore biological processes from molecular to organismal levels. The institute emerged from the merger of the MRC's National Institute for Medical Research and CRUK's London Research Institute, and it honors UK scientist Francis Crick for his contributions to understanding the genetic code. CrickConnect, the institute's online community, supports networking, collaboration, and career development among its members. The Crick operates in the biomedical research market, focusing on scientific discovery and innovation. It generates revenue through research grants, collaborations, and partnerships with academic and industry stakeholders. The institute's mission is to drive discoveries that can transform lives, offering public events, exhibitions, and educational opportunities to engage with the broader community.

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