Science REF 2021 impact case studies
Our research is improving lives and changing the world we live in. Read the stories behind our Research Excellence Framework submission.
Faculty of Science
World-leading research and flexible courses in biosciences, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, natural sciences, pharmacy, pharmacology and physics.
Research Excellence Framework 2021
Find out about the research behind our REF 2021 submission.
Latest research
Find out how our research is improving lives and changing the world we live in.
VR users need an emotional connection to virtual worlds, not better graphics – study finds
Being amazed by powerful graphics is not enough for a person to feel fully engaged in a VR world – even more important is a strong emotional response.
Dr Paul Mitchell named Fellow of the British Pharmacological Society
Fellows are selected in recognition of member's excellence in work, publication and presentation of research, leadership, and contribution to Society life.
Professor Steve Ward elected an Honorary Fellow of the British Pharmacological Society
The honour recognises sustained excellence and leadership in science, healthcare, and public service.
Scientists harness flower “super power” to pave the way for new drug treatments
Researchers from the Department of Life Sciences have developed a way of joining up the ends of proteins, making them more stable and easier to get into cells.
Top rheumatologist receives Royal Society 'Entrepreneur in Residence' award to work with Bath
Dr Millicent Stone has received the award to come to Bath and work with the Centre of Therapeutic Innovation.
Research fellow in the Department of Physics awarded Clifford Paterson Medal
Dr Euan Allan receives the award from the Institute of Physics in recognition of his application of physics in a commercial context.
Departments, centres and groups
The Faculty brings together five departments and a cross-departmental degree with an excellent reputation for both research and teaching. Our students benefit from diverse teaching and research gained from close collaboration with industry across sectors.
Faculty of Science departments
A list of the departments in the Faculty of Science.
Research centres and groups
Our research spans a number of fields and we work together in cross-disciplinary groups.
Placements
Take advantage of our strong links with industry and do a placement as part of your studies. You could earn between £15,000 and £25,000.
A scientific experiment - in an office
Natural Sciences student Bea Perks researched a placement outside her degree's field, and made significant discoveries.
Kate chose a placement to help her make decisions about her future
Biochemistry student Kate Dicker describes how her placement at GeneSys Biotech Ltd has convinced her to pursue a lab-based career.
I supported forecasting, modelling and statistical analysis at the Home Office
Physics student Adam Stannard opted for a placement as an operational research analyst to gain new skills and insight into the business world.
Facilities
The Faculty hosts a range of facilities providing analytical equipment and expertise to researchers and industry.
Material and Chemical Characterisation Facility (MC²)
We combine cutting-edge analytical equipment with extensive in-house expertise to provide a comprehensive material and chemical characterisation service.
David Bullett Nanofabrication Facility
We provide access and training on specialist equipment for micro-scale and nano-scale fabrication for University of Bath researchers and external organisations.
Biotechnology Suite
A multi-user facility providing protein expression and purification services to researchers across the University and beyond.
Upcoming events
Details about upcoming events in the Faculty of Science
Global Chair Public Lecture: Professor Nicolas Kotov
6 Dec 2023 5.00pm
5 West,
2.3,
University of Bath
As one of the University's 2023/24 Global Chairs, Professor Nicolas Kotov will give a public lecture on 'Taming Disorder with Chirality'.
About the Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science is the largest faculty in the University with over 3,500 undergraduate students, 650 postgraduate students and more than 300 academic and research staff.
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