Science & Research
Discovering and accelerating the development of early-stage technologies that create operational, intelligence and competitive advantage for defence, national security, and commercial sectors.
Scientific teams turn complex challenges into practical, field-ready solutions through applied research and targeted innovation – giving clients a clearer path from problem to impact.
Science & Research Service
As innovation cycles shorten and technical challenges become more complex, maintain your competitive advantage through direct access to deep scientific expertise and advanced engineering. Leverage our scientific rigour to solve real-world problems and develop solutions that work reliably in the most demanding operational environments.
This approach brings together diverse perspectives – from veteran operators to PhD scientists – to create an environment that unlocks meaningful innovation across multiple disciplines and sectors.
Science & Research Services Benefits
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Strategic IP Creation
Generate valuable intellectual property with flexible ownership arrangements that benefit both parties, enhancing products and creating long-term commercial advantages.
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Scientific Excellence & Infrastructure
Access world-class research capabilities and unique testing facilities, including our Ofcom-licensed RF testing site, shaped by six decades of solving complex technical challenges.
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Cross-Sector Innovation
Harness deep knowledge across virtually every sensor and system modality to transfer solutions between sectors and apply breakthroughs to commercial challenges.
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Collaborative Capability Building
Enhance technical skills and knowledge within your organisation through joint scientific research projects and applying promising technologies to field-ready systems.
Our Research Network
Solve your most complex challenges with our team of PhD-level researchers, experienced scientists, and technical specialists. Established collaborations with universities and research institutions — including PhD sponsorships and joint research projects — provide access to cutting-edge thinking that pushes technological boundaries.
This ecosystem offers access to rare and valuable expertise in data science, AI, cyber security, electromagnetic systems, and emerging technical domains.
Innovation-as-a-Service
Our subscription-based Innovation-as-a-Service (IaaS) model provides you with flexible access to our research capabilities. Submit research ideas or problems through a dedicated coordinator, and they’re matched to in-house experts who validate, develop and deliver.
The model includes flexible IP arrangements and encourages capability building across organisations, creating long-term value beyond individual projects.
Sectors We Work In
Science & Research FAQs
Our flexible, subscription-based service allows you to submit research ideas or problems through a dedicated coordinator. They’re matched to our in-house experts who validate ideas, develop concepts, and deliver findings or prototypes – all with minimal management overhead for your team.
IP ownership is approached flexibly based on project requirements and strategic objectives. We prioritise arrangements that allow both Roke and our partners to exploit the IP in future applications, creating lasting value.
Combining our scientific depth, operational understanding, and sovereign UK capability sets us apart. Unlike pure research organisations, we combine theoretical expertise with practical field experience, and unlike larger defence primes, we maintain the agility to work across traditional boundaries.
Our innovations include Hawk-Eye ball tracking technology, pioneering work in advanced military radio receivers, the first 3G call made on Roke technology, and the first AI system deployed on Royal Navy warships – demonstrating our long history of transforming research into real-world impact.
Need Clarity, Pace or a Fresh Perspective?
If you’re facing a challenge that needs clarity, speed or a different kind of thinking – let’s talk. We’ll connect you with the right people to get things moving.
