Norwich Research Park is one of five Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council Research and Innovation Campuses, hosting three BBSRC-funded institutes, and exemplifying a successful model of clustered science, innovation, and teaching across agritech, genomics, microbiology, plant science and human health.
This standing is built on a community of world-class research institutes — Earlham Institute, John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute and the Sainsbury Laboratory — together with the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and the University of East Anglia, together forming one of the UK's leading hubs for innovation in health, biodiversity, food security and nutrition.
Furthermore, a thriving ecosystem of companies and startups creates the ideal place to develop research with commercial applications.
Daniel Zeichner MP
Whilst each organisation is distinct, with its own mission and specific area of expertise – they are united by a shared ethos of achieving more by working together.
"Innovation is going to be the way forward for the UK economy, and the East needs to be part of that. Success at the Norwich Research Park won’t just be good for Norwich, it will have benefits stretching out across Norfolk, as smaller start-ups take advantage of some of the opportunities in and around market towns," said Daniel Zeichner MP, on a recent visit.
Daniel Zeichner MP was previously Minister of State at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and now sits on the Commons Select Committee for Science, Innovation and Technology.
At the Earlham Institute, we collaborate across Norwich Research Park, harnessing the power of data-driven biology to accelerate solutions for health, biodiversity and food security.
Our National Bioscience Research Infrastructures (NBRIs) bring together world-class technologies and facilities in single-cell and spatial analysis, DNA sequencing, bioinformatics, and engineering biology, all underpinned by significant compute resources.
Through these specialist facilities, we collaborate with a wide range of partners, from commercial services to academic institutions, sharing our expertise, to uncover new insights into complex biological questions and drive innovation.
“This study is a prime example of how the expertise and infrastructure we have built up in our single-cell and spatial platforms can support the breadth of research happening on the Norwich Research Park.” - Dr Iain Macaulay, Group Leader
Furthermore, our collaboration extends beyond research to generate significant impact in policy advocacy, training and communications.
Our scientists work collaboratively to improve public policy on a wide range of areas including data sharing, forensic science, soil health, genetic diseases, biodiversity conservation, gut health and precision breeding.
This cutting-edge science promises more nutritious, resilient and environmentally friendly crops, and lower costs for farmers.
We work hard to ensure our research and innovation achieves the deepest and widest impact, which includes stimulating public debate and contributing to evidence-based policy.
“From heat tolerant rice trials to world leading science at the Earlham Institute and John Innes Centre on the Norwich Research Park, South Norfolk is helping feed the world.”
Ben Goldsborough, MP for South Norfolk during Prime Minister’s Questions in 2026.
Across the park, there is a wealth of teaching and learning expertise that is developing the next generation of scientists, technical specialists, clinicians, and innovators.
At Earlham Institute, our BBSRC-funded Advanced Training programme delivers an active programme of training courses, conferences, and placement programmes, specialising in genomics, bioinformatics, engineering biology, automation, and data analysis.
The park is home to undergraduate, postgraduate, and postdoctoral teaching supported by the University of East Anglia, NNUH, and Doctoral Training Partnerships including the Norwich Research Park Doctoral Training Partnership, creating a vibrant connected community of early-career researchers.
We welcome visits from policy makers, funders, parliamentarians, and industry organisations to meet our scientists and experience first-hand the wealth of expertise and innovative discovery at Norwich Research Park. Contact Saskia Hervey, Head of Public Affairs for further information.
Here are some recent examples of our work highlighting Norwich Research Park:
