Our science departments

Combining the in situ (on-site, in-country) protection of biodiversity with its sustainable use. 

Exploring properties of plants and fungi, and their potential applications to human health, well-being and sustainable development.

Unlocking the vast resource of information held within our collections.

Pushing the frontiers of taxonomic research to accelerate the characterisation and identification of species in near real-time.

Building on our current network of partners and collaborators and maximise our real-world impact. 

Providing the infrastructure, collections and services necessary to achieve the goals of Kew's Scientific Priorities.