Ruth Gilbert

UK Biobank Ltd. is a biomedical database and research resource that contains genetic, lifestyle, and health information from half a million participants aged between 40-69 years in 2006-2010 from across the UK. The organization has over 220 dedicated members of staff, based in multiple locations across the UK. UK Biobank's research resource is a major contributor to the advancement of modern medicine and treatment, enabling better understanding of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of serious and life-threatening illnesses, including cancer, heart diseases, and stroke. The non-profit company is based in Stockport, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. The database includes blood samples, heart and brain scans, and genetic data that are accessible to approved researchers who are undertaking health-related research that is in the public interest. The CEO of the British company is Rory Collins.