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An experimental device that stimulates a key nerve connecting the heart and brain can improve fitness and exercise tolerance, according to research funded by us and published in the European Heart Journal.

We’ve been funding research to show how policy changes to make healthy choices easier could improve all our health, and campaigning for them to happen.

Whether you’re taking up jogging for the first time or training for a marathon, our running section has all the inspiration and information you need.

Chest pain can be caused by angina, myocarditis or a heart attack, but it's not always related to your heart. Other common causes include anxiety, heartburn and muscle pain.

Find out how science will help improve treatment for chest pain with world-leading expert Dr Rasha Al-Lamee.

This early research looks at what happens when cells within the small blood vessels of the heart are exposed to high levels of the spike protein in a laboratory setting. It could help to start to explain some of the effects of severe Covid-19 infection, where levels of the virus are particularly high.

A BHF Strategic Award is a major capital award towards an institution's cardiovascular research strategy. Read more about what types of proposal we'll look at and how to apply.

Discussing health issues, whether yours or a loved one's, isn't always easy. Rachael Healy gets advice from an expert and a heart patient who's been through it.

At British Heart Foundation, we’re committed to creating a safe and rewarding environment for all of our people to work and volunteer.

We offer grants for short-term research projects lasting up to four years and costing less than £500,000. Read for more information on the entry requirements, award duration, what's included in the award and how to apply.