Dr Joseph Wilcox wins the 2026 Peter Troughton Research Staff Prize
Dr Joseph Wilcox was awarded the prize for his research into Condensed Matter and Quantum Materials/NanoBioElectronics.
News
Sara Shinton appointed as Professor of Practice of Research and Innovation Leadership
Professor Sara Shinton joins the University and will develop research leadership and support the research culture.
Graduation success for Biochemistry student Lily Starkey
Weeks before starting university Lily was in a serious car accident. With the support of Bath, her family, and friends, she's now graduated with a First Class.
A4 Bath to Bristol: Keynsham section consultation from the West of England Combined Authority (WECA)
WECA wants to hear your views on updated plans for the Keynsham section of the A4 project. The eight-week public consultation runs until 22 September 2026.
BathMat trial shows promise in cutting ICU workload while improving care for critically ill patients
The inflatable device could reduce staff needed to reposition ventilated patients and help intensive care teams deliver life-saving treatment more efficiently
Why evolution made us overconfident — the ‘peacock’s tail’ of human behaviour
The costs of overconfidence help signal who can afford to sustain it, new research finds.
Learning in the Open Lane
Academics from across the Uni spent two days at the American Museum designing curricular and assessment for a world in which students can, and will, use GenAI.
Support for students and staff affected by events in the Middle East
The University outlines sources of advice and support.
Support for University of Bath staff affected by international tensions
Details of how we support all our staff whose home region, loved ones, or friends, are currently affected by conflict.
Events
LEAF Auditor training workshop
19 Aug 2026 10.00am
10 West,
2.02,
University of Bath
Become an auditor and certify labs across the University for sustainability through the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF).
Lunch with Impact: Evidencing and Recording Research Impact
8 Sep 2026 12.15pm
Online
Join this lunchtime session to learn how to plan for, evidence and record your research impact.
Thriving in times of high intensity
10 Sep 2026 11.00am
Online
An online workshop exploring how to perform at your best during demanding periods, with practical wellbeing strategies, resources and action planning.
Childless Not By Choice: reflections across the lifecourse
16 Sep 2026 2.00pm
10 West,
2.45,
University of Bath
Join us to explore lived experiences of involuntary childlessness, including its impact in the workplace, with guest speaker Professor Gayle Letherby.
Service updates
Information on changes to services or infrastructure across the University.
Manvers Street in Bath is closed from 26 May, affecting UniBus services
Manvers Street will be closed 24/7 to all vehicles between its junctions with Dorchester Street and Henry Street. The U1 and U3 buses will be diverted.
Bus diversions in place over the summer period
The U1, U1N, and U3 buses will be diverted from 23 July until 29 August due to Bathwick Hill/North Road junction closure.
Plan your travel this summer: essential works on campus and nearby roads
Essential information on University bus diversions, improvement works to nearby roads, and disruption to campus car parks.