Invertebrates
Investigating the taxonomy, systematics and biodiversity of groups of invertebrates.
Life Sciences Department
Polymetallic nodules are home to many deep-sea species, such as this bryozoan, image by Adrian Glover, Thomas Dahlgren, Helena Wiklund
Our scientists are pioneering techniques that will accelerate the classification of new species, explain patterns of change in the natural world, measure global biodiversity and tackle challenges in food and health.
The Museum’s vast collections of vertebrates, invertebrates, plants and microbes support our staff's unique expertise in evolutionary biology, biodiversity and systematics.
Insects
Conserving and researching the Museum's vast insect collections.
Algae, Fungi and Plants
Studying a wide variety of plants, including bryophytes, ferns and flowering plants.
Vertebrates
Determining the diversity, biogeography, taxonomy and phylogeny of vertebrates.
Diversity and informatics
Using big data to research the evolution, ecology and interactions of a wide range of organisms.
Life sciences news
Collections
Browse our world-class collections of vertebrates, invertebrates, plants and microbes.
Core research labs and consulting
Our research labs are available for complex analyses of biological samples.