Vision

To be an internationally recognised centre for the advancement of new knowledge and innovation on and for St Helena.

Mission

To create and promote opportunities for research, innovation and the advancement of learning, ensuring that research and new knowledge is accessible and used for the benefit of St Helena.

Our values

Respectful to all
Default open
Innovative and supportive of innovation
Responsible
Credible
Community focused

Our core functions

Offer advice & support to local and international researchers planning to conduct research on St Helena and administration of research licences for the St Helena Research Council.
Non-voting advisory member of the St Helena Research Council.
Data centre: ensuring information is available and accessible. We manage the biological records system, iRecord St Helena and a repository of research and other outputs.
Grow expert networks for the management and expansion of reputable research on St Helena.
Facilitate applied research to meet the island’s priority research needs and support evidence-based management.
Raise local and international awareness of research activity on St Helena.
Grow a sustainable research institute in St Helena through partnerships, ensuring research benefits the community, including opportunities for learning and training.

Meet the team

We are a dedicated and highly motivated team of four full time and part-time staff working to ensure research and innovation thrives and supports sustainable living on St Helena, enriching people’s lives, protecting our culture, heritage and natural environment.