Welcome to the Diamond Light Source Hub

Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron. It works like a giant microscope, harnessing the power of electrons to produce bright light that scientists can use to study anything from fossils to jet engines to viruses and vaccines.

We work to ensure we are well run, economic, safe and efficient; always seeking to improve what we do and how we do it, both as individuals and as an organisation, to provide the best service possible.

We recruit from all STEM disciplines.

The facts

Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron.
The synchrotron is free at the point of access through a competitive application process, provided that the results are in the public domain.
80,000 visitors reached to date through a programme of engagement supporting the UK's Skills' agenda in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)
One of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, our pioneering capabilities are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research.
Over 14,000 researchers from across both academia and industry use Diamond to conduct experiments.
We're a not-for-profit limited company.
Over 1,200 students have Followed us on Gradcracker.
We've signed the
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Jessica

Graduate Software Engineer

"The fact that Diamond is the only synchrotron in the UK makes it unique. There are endless fascinating things to learn about how it operates, and the building is very cool and impressive!"

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David Bond

Computer Systems Administrator

"I enjoy the diversity of the role, as well as the constant chance to improve skills and develop professionally. It is a very unique environment to work in, and the issues this presents are often welcome challenges."

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New Active Materials Lab opens at Diamond Light Source

First ever handling facility of this kind at a synchrotron, allowing experiments previously impossible in the UK

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Big aspirations and inspiration for STEM careers at AAAS

A panel of four women from Diamond will address how their work across science and engineering helps to address 21st century challenges - including energy research, pandemic preparedness, and more - and share their professional journeys. 

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