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Earlham Institute

Also known as: The Genome Analysis Centre

The advancement of biological & biotechnological science by undertaking & promoting research in biology at the molecular level & the genomic functions of organisms by: generating, analysing & sharing genome sequences; facilitating other researchers by providing access to our data analysis resources & tools; & educating others through comprehensive training programmes, publications & outreach work.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of biological & biotechnological science by undertaking & promoting research in biology at the molecular level & the genomic functions of organisms by: generating, analysing & sharing genome sequences; facilitating other researchers by providing access to our data analysis resources & tools; & educating others through comprehensive training programmes, publications & outreach work.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£14,089,000
Latest Expenditure
£14,702,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 103.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 95% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 99.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 78% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 82% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £13,207,000
Other Trading £256,000
Investments £626,000
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £14,552,000
Raising Funds £0
Governance £122,000
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £150,000

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£14,089,000
£14,702,000£14,552,000£24,460,000£11,915,000107 / 0
2024
£14,012,000
£13,467,000£13,433,000£25,073,000£11,945,000107 / 0
2023
£15,844,000
£13,793,000£13,743,000£24,528,000£12,203,000100 / 0
2022
£14,261,000
£13,406,000£13,303,000£22,476,000£12,406,000117 / 0
2021
£11,144,000
£12,512,000£12,429,000£21,621,000£11,786,000108 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Earlham Institute

What does Earlham Institute do?

The advancement of biological & biotechnological science by undertaking & promoting research in biology at the molecular level & the genomic functions of organisms by: generating, analysing & sharing genome sequences; facilitating other researchers by providing access to our data analysis resources & tools; & educating others through comprehensive training programmes, publications & outreach work.

How much income did Earlham Institute report in 2025?

Earlham Institute reported total income of £14.09m and reported expenditure of £14.70m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Earlham Institute?

Earlham Institute has a program ratio of 103.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Earlham Institute registered as a charity?

Earlham Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 2010 as charity number 1136213. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Earlham Institute?

Earlham Institute is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Earlham Institute operate?

Earlham Institute operates across 2 areas: Colombia and England And Wales.

Is Earlham Institute a registered charity?

Yes — Earlham Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136213.

Details

Address
NORWICH RESEARCH PARK
NORWICH
UK
NR4 7UZ
Registration Date
7 June 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5007710
Charity Number
1136213

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Trustees

Dr Michael Csukai
Dr Stephanie Joan Pilkington
Gillian Amanda Fairfield
Professor Deborah Frances Smith
Professor Fiona Elaine Lettice
Professor Lars Magnus Rattray
Professor Laura Mary Claire Barter
Professor Nicolas Robert Thomson
Timothy Kamombo

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Genome Analysis Centre

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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