6th in the world for research power
UK Ranking: 6th among UK universities.
World-changing ideas. Life-changing impact.
Research is core to King’s, what we do, what we care about and how we educate. Our enquiry-driven research delivers transformative insights with the power to advance and accelerate global progress. We work across disciplines and collaborate with partners so that our research changes practice and influences understanding at home and abroad.
Great research is in our DNA. Research begins at King's.Why Research at King's
Cutting-edge facilities
Our research environment received a perfect score (REF 2021).
1st place for Nursing School
Nursing ranked 1st place in QS World University Rankings 2025.
Research spotlight
Our research news
King's latest research and innovation news.
Spotlight
Read about the impact King’s has on the world's greatest challenges.
Research Begins at King's
How our research expertise is transforming the world around us.
Spinout breakthroughs
ZOE
Investigating the impact of personalised nutrition programs.
Hypervision Surgical
Equipping clinicians with advanced computer-assisted tissue analysis.
Leucid Bio
Pioneering next-generation cell therapies for hard-to-treat cancers.
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Explore our research
Our nine Faculties are at the cutting edge of world-leading research.
Sustainable research and innovation.
Learn about King's research strategy and ambitions.
Research impact
Tackling global issues, adding value to society and the economy.
REF at King's
The Research Excellence Framework assesses research in UK.
Research environment
Our research culture and world-class research support services.
Research facilities
Cutting-edge facilities, technical services and technology platforms.
Research funding opportunities
Explore research funding opportunities at King's.
Multidisciplinary research at King’s
Strengthening research collaborations.
Public and community engagement with research (P&CER)
Enhancing the quality, relevance, and impact of King’s research to society.
Collaborating to deliver solutions
Creating meaningful impact
Addressing urgent global challenges to shape a better world.
Delivering breakthrough science
Advancing connections across the sciences to inspire solutions.
King’s Innovation & Enterprise
Collaborating for economic and social impact.
Discover King’s world-class research
Confirmed as a top UK research university
King's maintains REF 2021 position for research excellence and power.
Access King’s Research Portal
Showcasing researcher biographies and research group profiles.
Trusted Research
Guidance and advice on protecting the UK’s intellectual property.
Developing research talent
Researcher and professional development
Developing the next generation of researchers.
King's Doctoral College
Find out how we support the next generation of research leaders.
King's Clinical Academic Training Office (KCATO)
Advice and information on navigating a clinical academic career.
Research vacancies at King’s College London
We tackle unsolved problems and push the boundaries of human knowledge.