Radio Astronomy Research Division at the Xinjiang Astronomical Observatory focuses on research in radio astrophysics and radio astronomy technology, covering all aspects of radio astronomy. Currently, the laboratory consistes of eleven groups:

•Pulsar Research Group

•Star Formation and Evolution Research Group

•Galactic Cosmology Research Group

•Astrochemistry Research Group

•Theoretical Astrophysics Research Group 

•Planetary Science Research Group

•Xinjiang Key Laboratory of Microwave Technology

•Antenna Technology Laboratory

•Digital Technology Laboratory

•Nanshan 26-Meter Radio Telescope Operation and Maintenance Group

•Kashi Station

The division not only focuses on basic research in astrophysics and radio astronomy technology but also participates in important national projects using the Nanshan 26-meter Radio Telescope (NSRT) and observation equipment at the Kashi Station.