Particle Physics and Astronomy Research Council http://www.pparc.ac.uk

Particle Physics and Astronomy Research Council PPARC is one of the seven UK government Research Councils The PPARC is the main UK funding agency in theoretical and experimental research into elementary particles and the fundamental forces of nature; planetary and solar research including space physics; and astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology. to improve health by promoting research into all areas of medical and related science. It supports research and training through its research establishments, through grants to individual scientists and through support for post graduate students.