Chief Scientist Office (CSO) 
The Chief Scientist Office (CSO) of the Scottish Government Health Directorates is responsible for managing a budget of around £62 million (2007-8) to support and encourage research to improve the health of the people in Scotland and the services provided by the NHS.
Funding is focused on defined priorities or NHS needs and follows the Research Strategy for Health and Healthcare
There are a number of specific areas CSO is responsible for including:
- Supporting research in the NHS
- Funding high quality research projects
- Building capacity for research in the NHS
- Ensuring research in the NHS is carried out to high standards
Key Contacts
Chief Scientist:
Professor Sir John Savill
Director: Dr Alison Spaull (0131 244 2320)
Deputy Director: Mr Mike Stevens (0131 244 2259)
General Enquiries:
Nick Gosling - 0131 244 2248