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Probability Laboratory at Bath

The research of ProbLaB spans the whole of modern probability, including models motivated by questions from other areas of mathematics and science.

Our research

Research in the Probability Laboratory is broadly grouped under six key themes.


Combinatorial structure

Combinatorial Probability

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Percolation and Stochastic Geometry   

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Probability for applications

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Random Walks and Branching Structures

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Statistical Physics

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Stochastic Analysis

A world shaped by randomness


Probability is a beautiful mathematical theory in itself and a crucial component of many other sciences. Randomness is an essential ingredient in many of the systems that shape the world around us, from evolution and radioactivity to artificial intelligence and financial markets. Studying probability helps us understand these processes and is growing ever more important in a world of big data, randomised algorithms and individual-based modelling.

The Probability Laboratory at Bath (ProbLaB) is a world-leading research centre in probability, bridging pure and applied mathematics, and producing top-quality research outputs while collaborating with industry and other sciences.

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Our people

Find out about our staff and PhD students.


Get involved

ProbLaB is a vibrant research community, with people working in many different areas of probability. Find out how you can get involved.


Where to find us

Our offices are within the Department of Mathematical Sciences, spread across buildings 4 West and 6 West.


Contact us

If you have any questions about ProbLaB, please contact us in person or online.