A world-leading research facility
NPL is the UK National Metrology Institute and provides advice and information to industry, regulators and academia on a range of international metrology issues. We represent the UK, both at a technical level and at the highest level of metrology, on many international networks and committees.
Research integrity is a bedrock for trust in NPL, our impartiality, probity and the rigorous accuracy and reproducibility of our research.

We have more than 350 world-class laboratories, which enable the highest precision measurements to be realised. We contribute to the National Measurement System and deliver new advancements that deliver real impact on prosperity and quality of life in the UK.
Home to over 500 scientists employed across almost every discipline, from physicists to biochemists, and mathematicians to materials scientists, we push the boundaries of what is possible.
We welcome the opportunity to deliver technical lectures on metrology and our research at universities and other organisations, please contact us to discuss your requirements.