Medical Research Council (MRC) Technology Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsEngland, United Kingdom201-500 Employees
LifeArc is a self-funded medical research organization based in London, England, dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by rare diseases and drug-resistant infections. It both conducts its own research and funds external work, working with partners to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into new tests and treatments. The organization aims to ensure that effective therapies reach patients faster. With a history spanning more than 25 years, LifeArc operates as a mid-to-large nonprofit with hundreds of staff. It has contributed to notable outcomes, including a diagnostic for antibiotic resistance and four licensed medicines: Keytruda for cancer, Actemra for rheumatoid arthritis, Tysabri for multiple sclerosis, and Entyvio for Crohn's disease. A recent development is a partnership with UKRI in a £30 million initiative announced in 2026 to advance research into rare diseases and drug-resistant infections. The organization also collaborates with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity on research into rare childhood diseases and participates in data initiatives such as KidsRare.