Essex Centre for Experimental Social Sciences (ExCESS)

Championing experimental research in the social sciences

ExCESS provides world-class research facilities and technical support, essential for researchers designing experimental studies. Our work is closely affiliated with ESSEXLab, a pioneering laboratory at the University of Essex, dedicated to social science researchers and open to all members of the University community and beyond.

ExCESS grants funding for pilot research taking place in the laboratory or in the field. We also host design workshops for researchers to present their experimental designs and receive feedback before they commence data collection. Each summer we hold an experimental workshop involving leading researchers from around the world.