We are a biomedical discovery institute breaking down barriers between disciplines. A space where some of the world's most talented scientists pursue big ideas. We are a biomedical discovery institute breaking down barriers between disciplines. The Francis Crick Institute is dedicated to understanding the fundamental biology underlying health and disease. Our work is helping to understand why disease develops and to translate discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, infections and neurodegenerative diseases.