--- title: "Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) — check charity number SC030345 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030345. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/apex-altitude-physiology-expeditions retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:40:34.770Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) is a registered charity (number SC030345) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £322 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions)? Registered charity number SC030345 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £322 Website [www.altitude.org](http://www.altitude.org/) ## What does Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) do? To advance medical understanding of human physiology and pathophysiology in high altitude environments. To encourage the formation of active high altitude research collaborations worldwide. To assist young researchers seeking to organise research expeditions. To widen public awareness of the importance of medical research in general, with particular reference to high altitude physiology. To educate people and inform them of current beliefs in the field of high altitude medicine These aims are achieved through support for altitude research expeditions and maintaining a website with informa… ## What causes is Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=apex-altitude-physiology-expeditions&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.altitude.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) a legitimate charity? Yes. Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030345) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions)'s charity number? Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions)'s charity number is SC030345. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030345? Search SC030345 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) do? To advance medical understanding of human physiology and pathophysiology in high altitude environments. To encourage the formation of active high altitude research collaborations worldwide. To assist young researchers seeking to organise research expeditions. To widen public awareness of the importance of medical research in general, with particular reference to high altitude physiology. To educate people and inform them of current beliefs in the field of high altitude medicine These aims are achieved through support for altitude research expeditions and maintaining a website with informa… Does Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions)? Apex (Altitude Physiology Expeditions)'s website is http://www.altitude.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC030345).