We operate several research and innovation campuses, large-scale research facilities, and laboratories across the UK that push the frontiers of knowledge and enrich lives by increasing our understanding the world around us.
These conduct research into a range of disciplines from astronomy to particle science as well as supporting innovative businesses and public services, and creating high-quality jobs throughout the UK. In addition, we facilitate UK access to several high-profile international science collaborations and scientific infrastructure.
National campuses
STFC operates two major research and innovation campuses at Harwell and Daresbury which are home to various cutting-edge science facilities, groups and businesses:
National Laboratories
The National Laboratories provide research facilities and capabilities that, because of their scale, complexity, and strategic role in the UK’s research and innovation ecosystem, are appropriately operated as a national research resource. They provide access for external users to advanced scientific techniques, in some cases found nowhere else in the UK.
The National Laboratories are:
- Accelerator Science and Technology Centre
- Central Laser Facility
- Hartree Centre
- ISIS Neutron and Muon Source
- National Quantum Computing Centre
- Particle Physics Department including Boulby Underground Laboratory
- RAL Space
- Scientific Computing Department
- Technology Department
- UK Astronomy Technology Centre
Other facilities
Conference facilities
International collaborations and facilities
We also facilitate UK involvement in several international science collaborations. We see our many partners around the world as a trusted and valued part of our team, and as one that adds an extra dimension to our mission, the way we work and what we’re capable of achieving. These include: