Battelle-Japan continues a distinguished, nearly 80-year history built on a strong R&D foundation. Our founder, Gordon Battelle, believed in applying the best technical knowledge to solve practical problems.

Beginning with a few machine shops and foundries that were critical to materials research for the U.S. iron and steel industries in the 1930s, Battelle is now the world’s largest nonprofit independent research and development organization. It advances scientific discovery and application by conducting $4 billion in global R&D annually through contract research, laboratory management and technology commercialization.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Battelle oversees 20,400 employees in more than 120 locations worldwide. Battelle also is one of the United States’ leading charitable trusts focusing on societal and economic impact and actively supporting and promoting science and math education.

Battelle-Japan is committed to applying these science and technology assets and a strong history of R&D success to deliver exceptional value, establish management excellence and build strong community relationships.