The Lowe Syndrome Trust

The Lowe Syndrome Trust

London, United Kingdom

HealthMedical researchDisability
CharityFounded 2000International reach
Profile last updated: August 4, 2026

About

Founded in 2000, The Lowe Syndrome Trust is a charity based in London, United Kingdom working on health, medical research, disability.

The Lowe Syndrome Trust is a UK registered charity founded in June 2000 as the only UK charity for Lowe Syndrome, a rare genetic condition caused by mutations in the OCRL gene that affects the eyes, kidneys, brain, bones and muscles. The charity raises funds for medical research, funds research projects across the UK, Europe and the USA, and works with a Scientific Advisory Board to review research proposals. It also offers family guidance and support, including advice on benefits and NHS services, and advocates for government funding and policies to improve the lives of people with Lowe Syndrome. The charity works alongside other Lowe Syndrome associations internationally, including the Lowe Syndrome Association USA, and runs awareness work and events such as an international symposium.

Location

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2000

Organisation type

Charity

Charity number

1081241

Focus areas

Lowe Syndromerare diseaseOCRLmedical researchfamily supportresearch grants

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

HealthMedical researchDisability

Works for

FamiliesPatientsChildrenCarers

How they work

Grant-makingAdvocacy & campaigningAwareness & educationCommunity programmes

Countries of operation

United KingdomUnited States

Funding & support

Funded by

Individual donationsLegacies

Ways to support

DonateLegacy givingFundraiseSponsorshipMembershipCorporate partnership

Credentials & affiliations

Awards

Charity Awards, medical and healthcare category

Charity Finance Magazine2004

Online financial reporting award

2005

Partnerships

Lowe Syndrome Association USA, Gurdon Institute, Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), CamRARE

People

Management & team (2)

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