Fluorescent sensors could help researchers see diabetes in action

Researchers have developed tools that can for the first time visualise sugar uptake in living organisms in real time.

Top synthetic and medicinal chemist joins Bath as new Schinazi and Family Chair of Science

Professor John Bower has been appointed the new Raymond Schinazi and Family Chair of Science.

Two University of Bath researchers awarded UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships

They will investigate how the hidden mental load of domestic life shapes political participation and how online behaviour can contribute to violent extremism.

Bath launches Centre for Earth System Governance as conference attracts delegates from 51 countries

A new research centre focused on tackling some of the world's most pressing sustainability challenges has been announced

Local leaders, not Whitehall, key to improving opportunities for young people – new report

Researchers from the Universities of Bath, Bristol and Durham publish a new policy brief on devolved education powers and the Opportunity Areas Programme

Team Bath Netball fans urged to show strength of support as Super League return initiative launched

Tickets for the 2027 NXT Gen League season go on sale as Project Phoenix seeks to bring elite netball back to the South West of England.

Bath-based para fencers begin LA 2028 countdown at Cardiff Euro Champs

Paralympic gold-medallists Dimitri Coutya and Piers Gilliver, who both train at the University, are among the 14-strong British Fencing squad competing in Wales

Debut Davis Cup win continues breakthrough year for Toby Samuel

The Team Bath Tennis ace, the current World No 98, helped Lexus Great Britain defeat Ecuador 4-0 to qualify for the Final 8 for the first time since 2023.

Olympic champ Tabby Stoecker excited for Strictly Come Dancing 'dream' to become reality

Tabby, who won a historic gold at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, trains with British Skeleton at the University of Bath.

University of Bath look to "keep improving" as BUCS Super Rugby title defence begins

The men's 1st XV, sponsored by Bath Building Society and Rengen, have been challenged to build on their historic 2025-26 league and cup double.

Former pro Alicia Barnett joins coaching staff at Team Bath Tennis

Alicia, who has trained at Team Bath for the past decade, reached Number 59 in the world for women's doubles and twice reached the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.

Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: The Science of Pain

Roland Pease meets Prof Christopher Eccleston, Dr Emma Fisher and Prof Ed Keogh to learn about the work of the Centre for Pain Research.

Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: 'A bright future for solar energy'

In the new podcast series, Roland meets Prof Alison Walker (Physics) and Prof Petra Cameron (Chemistry) to discuss our research that's powering the future.

Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: How do we make big data work for society

In episode two of our Research with Impact podcast, Roland Pease discusses big data and digitisation with three of the University’s world-leading experts.

Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: 'We need to talk about AI'

In episode two, Roland meets Nello Cristianini (Computer Science) and Emma Carmel (SPS) to learn how our research is informing AI developments and regulation.

How Brick Lane became the latest neighbourhood to battle against a data centre

Professor Phil Tomlinson examines the government's backing for a new data centre on the site of a historic former brewery in East London, for The Conversation.

Beatrix Potter was obsessed with fungi – and she was quite the naturalist

Joni Wildman (Life Sciences) writes in The Conversation about a little-known side to the children's author.

The psychology of overconfidence: why excessive self‑belief is often a successful strategy in life

Professor Chris Dawson of the School of Managment explains the psychology, benefits and risks of overconficence in this article for The Conversation

Four reasons why the new DC cinematic universe may fail (again)

DC is attempting a revival to compete with the cinematic success of Marvel. Dr Roman Pavlyuchenko explains why he thinks the DC comeback isn't set to fly.

Devolving real power could lead to regional growth – but Andy Burnham will need to be brave

Professors Felicia Fai and Phil Tomlinson examine how Prime Minister Andy Burnham can devolve power from London in this article for The Conversation

AI is creating jobs as well as erasing them – but how rewarding are they?

Dr Akhil Bhardwaj explores whether the AI revolution will create meaningful work or consign humans to 'tidying up' after AI.