A place to advance your research
Join a community of more than 400 scientists from universities, national laboratories and research-focused organisations. Research Complex at Harwell brings together specialist laboratory space, advanced equipment and technical expertise in an environment designed to support collaborative research across the life and physical sciences.
Our science themes
Imaging and Spectroscopy
Access advanced imaging, spectroscopy and analytical techniques to reveal the structure, composition and behaviour of materials and biological systems.
Functional Materials
Develop and test new materials, processes and manufacturing approaches that support the next generation of technologies.
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Advance research in structural biology, membrane proteins and nucleic acid therapies with access to specialist laboratories and expertise.
Our research groups
Our research groups span the life and physical sciences, bringing together diverse expertise in a collaborative research environment. Working across disciplines, they tackle complex scientific challenges and generate new knowledge.
Establish your research at Harwell
Looking for a base for your research group? Talk to us about our laboratory facilities, research environment and opportunities to join the Research Complex community.