Oxford Instruments Plc designs and manufactures high-technology tools and systems that enable researchers and industrial scientists to image, analyze and manipulate materials at the atomic and molecular level. Founded in 1959 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company operates across 55 countries and serves customers in academic research, industrial R&D and scientific institutions worldwide.
The company's portfolio spans multiple specialized businesses and technical domains. Andor produces scientific cameras; Asylum Research manufactures atomic force microscopy systems; WITec develops Raman microscopy equipment; and Imaris provides image analysis software. Additional capabilities include superconducting magnets, magnetic resonance instrumentation, X-ray technology, plasma technology systems, and tools for nano-scale analysis and manipulation.
Oxford Instruments' equipment addresses research and development challenges across scientific disciplines. Its instrumentation enables customers to accelerate R&D cycles, increase productivity in laboratory and industrial settings, and pursue new scientific discoveries. The company serves verticals including academic research, industrial R&D, green economy technologies, health sciences, and connectivity applications.
