35 leading Research Services companies in China (2026 list)

These companies are large Chinese research organizations, primarily universities and national scientific institutions, with a focus on advanced technology, engineering, and fundamental sciences. Notable entities include the Chinese Academy of Sciences, a national scientific institution, and Peking University, a global research leader. Other significant organizations are the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, specializing in electronic science, and Beijing Institute of Technology, a research-oriented university in science and technology. ChemPartner focuses on biopharmaceutical research, while Shanghai AI Laboratory is a national-level AI research institute.

A clear pattern among these organizations is the concentration of headquarters in Beijing, which hosts the majority of the largest research entities. Additionally, many of these institutions were founded in the mid-20th century, indicating a period of significant investment and establishment in China's scientific and technological infrastructure.

#	Company	Industry	Headquarters	Employees	Founded
1	Chinese Academy of Sciences english.cas.cn Leading national scientific institution in China, specializing in natural sciences, high technology development, research institutes, academic divisions, higher education, and national strategic research	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	15,069	n/a
2	Peking University pku.edu.cn Established in 1898, this prestigious university is a global research leader, dedicated to advancing knowledge and promoting core values of innovation and equality	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	9,763	1898
3	University of Electronic Science and Technology of China edu.cn National key university specializing in electronic science and technology, engineering, management, liberal arts, and medical science education and research.	Research Services	🇨🇳	4,363	1956
4	Beijing Institute of Technology bit.edu.cn A top research-oriented university in China focused on science and technology, receiving national awards and high research funds annually	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	3,047	1940
5	University of Science and Technology of China ustc.edu.cn A national research university focusing on scientific and technological research, expanding into humanities and management, with a strong emphasis on engineering	Research Services	🇨🇳 Hefei	2,561	1958
6	Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics nuaa.edu.cn Leading Chinese university specialized in aeronautics and astronautics research and education, with a strong influence on the country's aerospace industry	Research Services	🇨🇳 Nanjing	1,560	1952
7	中国惠普有限公司 hp.com A research company based in Beijing, China, specializing in innovative technologies and solutions	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	899	n/a
8	ChemPartner chempartner.com Innovative global CRO/CDMO specializing in biopharmaceutical research, offering full-service drug discovery and development, biologics manufacturing, and regulatory support	Research Services	🇨🇳 Shanghai	710	2002
9	Communication University of China cuc.edu.cn A key university in China specializing in training high-level personnel for the media industry, contributing to national media business and economy	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	571	n/a
10	Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China english.dicp.cas.cn Scientific institute conducting multidisciplinary research in chemistry and chemical engineering with a focus on technological development and national economic reconstructions	Research Services	🇨🇳 Dalian	527	1949
11	之江实验室 Zhejiang Lab en.zhejianglab.com Researching intelligent computing, fostering strategic technology powers for innovation-driven development, and becoming a world-leading science and technology innovation base.	Research Services	🇨🇳 Hangzhou	506	2017
12	名创优品股份有限公司 aiyaya.com A research company based in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, focusing on providing innovative and quality products	Research Services	🇨🇳	489	n/a
13	National Institute of Metrology, China en.nim.ac.cn An established institution in China focused on advancing metrology science, providing accurate measurements to support economic growth and social sustainability	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	450	1955
14	Shanghai AI Laboratory shlab.org.cn A national-level AI research institute focused on pioneering contributions in original theories and key technologies, with top global talents collaborating	Research Services	🇨🇳 Shanghai	413	2020
15	the Institute of High Energy Physics (IHEP)ihep.ac.cn A leading research center in China focused on particle physics, accelerator technology, radiation applications, theoretical physics, and astrophysics experiments with global collaborations	Research Services	🇨🇳 Bejing	409	n/a
16	广州赛意信息科技股份有限公司 chinasie.com A research company based in Guangzhou, China, specializing in information technology with an office address in Tianhe District	Research Services	🇨🇳 Guangzhou	405	n/a
17	SHENZHEN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CHINESE ACADEMY OF SCIENCES english.siat.cas.cn An advanced research-oriented university in Shenzhen, focusing on technology and talent needs, cultivating interdisciplinary and international innovation-driven development	Research Services	🇨🇳 Nanshan	387	n/a
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18	中国石化石油化工科学研究院 SINOPEC Research Institute of Petroleum Processing（RIPP）ripp.sinopec.com A leading petroleum research institute specializing in refining, petrochemicals, and renewable energy, focused on innovation and technology development	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	373	1956
19	东南大学 seu.edu.cn An institution of higher learning in China with a rich history, focusing on scientific progress, national rejuvenation, and shaping outstanding school spirit	Research Services	🇨🇳 Nanjing	367	1902
20	China Academy of Engineering Physics caep.ac.cn A research and manufacturing center focused on Chinese nuclear weapons, with multiple branches and a wide range of research areas	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	356	1958
21	Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences ac.cn Innovative research institute focusing on healthcare, manufacturing, service robots, digital cities, and new energy industries through partnerships and international cooperation	Research Services	🇨🇳	341	2006
22	安捷伦科技(中国)有限公司 agilent.com A Beijing-based research company located in Chaoyang district, specializing in technology development and innovation in China	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	326	n/a
23	Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences ia.cas.cn A pioneering governmental research organization focused on automation with a team of over 300 staff and a strong emphasis on academic excellence	Research Services	🇨🇳 Haidian	321	1956
24	珠海市魅族科技有限公司 Research company based in Guangdong, China, specializing in technology innovation and located in Zhuhai	Research Services	🇨🇳 Zhuhai	314	n/a
25	中煤科工集团重庆研究院有限公司 cqccri.com Leading research institute in coal mine safety technology, conducting research on gas, dust, fire prevention, and providing safety solutions globally	Research Services	🇨🇳 Chongqing	314	n/a
26	Institute of Physics & Beijing National Lab for Condensed Matter Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences english.iop.cas.cn A leading research institute in China specializing in condensed matter physics and related fields, conducting basic and applied research	Research Services	🇨🇳 Beijing	307	n/a
27	Changchun Institute of Optics,Fine Mechanics and Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences ciomp.ac.cn A leading research institute specializing in optoelectronic technology, precision instrumentation, and academic programs, driving innovation and collaboration on a global scale	Research Services	🇨🇳 Changchun	261	1952
28	China Haisum Engineering Co., Ltd.haisum.com A research company in Shanghai, China specializing in engineering projects and development	Research Services	🇨🇳 Shanghai	255	n/a
29	珠海格力电器科技有限公司 A research company based in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, China, specializing in electrical appliance technology innovation	Research Services	🇨🇳 Zhuhai	229	n/a
30	Foshan University web.fosu.edu.cn A prestigious university in Foshan, Guangdong, with a history of over 60 years, offering master's degrees in engineering and technology	Research Services	🇨🇳 Foshan	174	1958
31	银隆新能源股份有限公司 yintonggroup.com An energy research company located in Zhuhai, China, specializing in new energy technologies and solutions	Research Services	🇨🇳 Zhuhai	171	n/a
32	Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter,Chinese Academy of Sciences fjirsm.cas.cn An influential research institute in structural chemistry and crystal materials, offering advanced degree programs and contributing to numerous scientific achievements	Research Services	🇨🇳 Fuzhou	164	1960
33	中色科技股份有限公司 cnpt.com.cn A research firm based in China's Henan province, specializing in technology development within a free trade zone in Luoyang	Research Services	🇨🇳 Luoyang	152	n/a
34	浙江吉利汽车研究院有限公司 geely.com Research institute in Zhejiang, China focused on automotive innovation and development, located in Linhai City, Taizhou City	Research Services	🇨🇳 Taizhou	146	n/a
35	JITRI - Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute en.jitri.cn A top research organization in China focused on promoting industrial technology research, commercializing scientific results, and fostering collaborations with global universities	Research Services	🇨🇳 Nanjing	75	2013

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