Using our world-leading facilities, Harwell’s community of experts is pioneering advances in Energy, Space, Health and Quantum Computing.
Over 200+ organisations on site
SCIENCE AND INNOVATION
Technology and research are at the heart of everything Harwell does. A unique combination of world-leading research and technology facilities support teams and businesses to reach their full potential.
National Facilities

Our unique constellation of national facilities are part of a vibrant ecosystem where scientists take small steps and giant leaps forward every day.
Science and Innovation
Campus
Harwell has always blown the world of science wide open. For over three quarters of a century we’ve advanced human understanding of the forces that govern our universe. We have created a unique environment where perspectives, notions and methods can be exchanged across traditional divides.
The Clusters

Pioneers and experts work side by side at Harwell to deliver innovation across the worlds of science and technology. Start-ups, scale-ups and leading companies are part of a vibrant community of some of the planet’s most enlightened businesses and brightest minds.
Latest events
Harwell Connect @ NQCC
24th Jun
15:30 – 17:00 | Rosalind Franklin Institute, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Fermi Avenue, OX11 0QS
** SAVE THE DATE ** We’re delighted to announce that The National Quantum…
Harwell Connect @ Rosalind Franklin Institute
22nd May
15:00 – 16:30 | Rosalind Franklin Institute, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Fermi Avenue, OX11 0QS
We’re delighted to announce the next host of the Harwell Connect event…
Harwell is a powerhouse of research and development in space, clean energy, quantum computing and life sciences.
Financial Times, 2021