RAFT
RAFT is a charity founded in 1988 by plastic surgeons, dedicated to medical research in reconstructive medicine. It aims to translate scientific findings into products and procedures that benefit patients, particularly in areas like breast reconstruction, bone regeneration, and skin grafting. The organization collaborates with hospitals, universities, and industry partners to develop innovative treatments and medical devices, with a focus on improving quality of life for patients suffering from trauma, cancer, and degenerative diseases. RAFT has a legacy of pioneering research and is transitioning its research activities to other institutions to maximize impact.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
RAFT
475 Salisbury House, London Wall, London. EC2M 5QQ
Products
Dermal scaffold for wound healing (dermal scaffold)
A biologically-derived dermal scaffold engineered to support skin cell proliferation and vascular ingrowth, intended to reduce the need for skin grafting.
Composite bone void filler (calcium phosphate–porous biomaterial)
An off‑the‑shelf composite material combining a porous matrix that supports vascular ingrowth with calcium phosphate to provide osteogenic properties for filling bone defects.
3D‑printable biodegradable inks for custom implants
Formulated degradable inks suitable for 3D printing custom-fit craniofacial and facial implants that act as scaffolds for new bone growth and are resorbed as tissue regenerates.
Biological scaffold for breast reconstruction (scaffold + cell therapy approach)
A protein-based biodegradable scaffold intended to retain transplanted fat and stem cells at the reconstruction site, encouraging in-situ tissue formation and eventual resorption of the scaffold.
Dermal scaffold for wound healing (dermal scaffold)
A biologically-derived dermal scaffold engineered to support skin cell proliferation and vascular ingrowth, intended to reduce the need for skin grafting.
Composite bone void filler (calcium phosphate–porous biomaterial)
An off‑the‑shelf composite material combining a porous matrix that supports vascular ingrowth with calcium phosphate to provide osteogenic properties for filling bone defects.
3D‑printable biodegradable inks for custom implants
Formulated degradable inks suitable for 3D printing custom-fit craniofacial and facial implants that act as scaffolds for new bone growth and are resorbed as tissue regenerates.
Biological scaffold for breast reconstruction (scaffold + cell therapy approach)
A protein-based biodegradable scaffold intended to retain transplanted fat and stem cells at the reconstruction site, encouraging in-situ tissue formation and eventual resorption of the scaffold.
Services
Provision of IP management, formation or handover to spin-out entities, and activities to attract private investment for late‑stage product development and clinical trials.
Collaborative projects to develop, optimise and test biomaterial scaffolds for skin, breast and bone tissue regeneration in partnership with clinical and academic centres.
Iterative prototype development followed by laboratory and pre-clinical model testing to select candidates for scale-up.
Creation of bespoke digital implant models using patient imaging data for use with 3D-printed biodegradable implants.
Provision of IP management, formation or handover to spin-out entities, and activities to attract private investment for late‑stage product development and clinical trials.
Collaborative projects to develop, optimise and test biomaterial scaffolds for skin, breast and bone tissue regeneration in partnership with clinical and academic centres.
Iterative prototype development followed by laboratory and pre-clinical model testing to select candidates for scale-up.
Creation of bespoke digital implant models using patient imaging data for use with 3D-printed biodegradable implants.
Expertise Areas
- Breast reconstruction research
- Bone regeneration and bone graft alternatives
- Biomaterials and scaffold development
- 3D bioprinting and degradable ink formulation
Key Technologies
- Biodegradable 3D-printed inks
- Porous biomaterial scaffolds
- Calcium phosphate composite materials
- Medical image-based 3D modelling (X-ray/CT-derived)
News & Updates
RAFT to get ‘Safe in the City’ with London Fire Brigade
RAFT team will participate in the London Fire Brigade’s family fun day as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations.
RAFT receives Global Venture 2019 award
RAFT was recognized as the 'Most Dedicated Medical Research Company 2019 – UK' at the Global Venture Annual Awards.
Dame Sian Phillips wins lifetime achievement award
Patron Dame Sian Phillips received a lifetime achievement award at the BBC Audio drama awards for her career in acting.
RAFT’s Clay Shoot at Holland & Holland
Successful fundraising event supporting RAFT’s research activities.
RAFT’s partnership with The Fire Fighters Charity
Interview with Natasha Mason about the importance of the charity’s work.
Medical Research Charities Hardest Hit
A report highlights the financial challenges faced by medical research charities like RAFT during the pandemic.
RAFT to get ‘Safe in the City’ with London Fire Brigade
RAFT team will participate in the London Fire Brigade’s family fun day as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations.
RAFT receives Global Venture 2019 award
RAFT was recognized as the 'Most Dedicated Medical Research Company 2019 – UK' at the Global Venture Annual Awards.
Dame Sian Phillips wins lifetime achievement award
Patron Dame Sian Phillips received a lifetime achievement award at the BBC Audio drama awards for her career in acting.
RAFT’s Clay Shoot at Holland & Holland
Successful fundraising event supporting RAFT’s research activities.
RAFT’s partnership with The Fire Fighters Charity
Interview with Natasha Mason about the importance of the charity’s work.
Medical Research Charities Hardest Hit
A report highlights the financial challenges faced by medical research charities like RAFT during the pandemic.