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About the BPS

The British Pharmacological Society is a charity with a mission to promote and advance the whole spectrum of pharmacology. We lead the way in the research and application of pharmacology around the world.

 

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  • Our people

    The British Pharmacological Society is made up of various groups of people across the world and across the fields of science and medicine. They range from students to professionals to world-leading experts.

  • Our history

    The British Pharmacological Society was founded in Oxford in 1931 by a group of around 20 pharmacologists.

  • Our strategy

    Our 2026 - 2030 strategy outlines our five-year plan to progress our pharmacological priorities; grow and connect our community; and drive sustainable growth.

  • Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI)

    The Society commits to placing equity, diversity and inclusion at the heart of pharmacology, whether in terms of the opportunity for a successful career or in benefitting from pharmacology research. Pharmacology is for everyone.

  • Annual reviews & accounts

    Our annual review and accounts show how we support and advance pharmacology. Recent years are available online and earlier years can be downloaded as PDFs.

     

  • Articles & Rules

    Documents outlining how the Society is structured, run, and governed as a registered Charity and Company.

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