Our science

Our unique collections and world-class expertise are helping to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today.

Research

Discover how we are using our broad knowledge and cutting-edge techniques to benefit both people and the planet.

Collections, data and services

Find out how you can access our world-renowned collections as well as our data, library, labs and other science facilities.

People

Search our directory of 300+ scientists from across the Museum.

Study and events

Study alongside Museum scientists in our range of masters, PhD and training programmes or find out about our conferences and seminars.

Science highlights

A new science and digitisation centre

We’re moving some of the collections to a new science and digitisation centre.

Science training

Our training courses are designed for graduate students and professionals taught by Museum scientists.

Apply for a PhD project

We are currently advertising for a range of PhD opportunities in collaboration with universities across the UK.

Museum scientists published over 700 new pieces of research in 2023

Our scientists have contributed papers on everything from deep sea diversity to marsupial evolution.

Natural History Museum scientists described a record 815 new species in 2023

Last year scientists at the Natural History Museum have been busy.

Human evolution expert awarded Huxley Medal

Professor Chris Stringer, our longest-serving researcher, is set to be honoured for his contributions to human evolution.