Bath researchers win £1.3M funding to make a portable device to detect street drug ‘spice’

A portable device to detect spice is being developed at Bath. This will be the first gadget to give on-the-spot readings for the street drug.
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A portable device to detect spice is being developed at Bath. This will be the first gadget to give on-the-spot readings for the street drug.
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Researchers have developed a method to directly measure the growth rate of ‘amyloid’ fibrils linked to Parkinson’s and other diseases.
Professor Whitmarsh was a Commissioner on a new report that argues the wealthiest in society need to make dramatic lifestyle changes for emission reductions.
Research from Bath psychologists suggests schools could introduce quieter alternatives to playtime to help children with Developmental Language Disorder.
A new study analysing changing attitudes to meat-free diets finds growing support for plant-based alternative products in Belgium.
Scientists investigated the relatedness of wild and domesticated members of the Capsicum family, including chilli peppers.
New analysis from Dr Melanie Channon (Bath) and Dr Mahesh Puri from (CREHPA, Nepal) in BMJ-Open focuses on sex selective abortion in parts of the country.
Case studies that highlight the depth of our research impact on society.
Using metal powder laser melting, our research on industrial 3D printing has helped to improve processes and develop new products with our industrial partners.
Through space-based communication research we’ve influenced public policy and security. Our algorithms help keep GPS systems functioning and accurate.
We’ve developed assessment and strengthening techniques for ageing concrete bridges and structures. Our guidance is used by consulting engineers worldwide.
Research by Professor Ian Colville is key to organisations navigating crises, including the Wilshire Police Service in the wake of the Salisbury poisonings.
Dr Yasin Rofcanin is exploring the links between employee wellbeing and organisational productivity
Professor Adam Joinson’s research explores why people fall for cyberattacks, and helps develop training to prevent it.
Articles written by our researchers on the news of the day.
In this article for The Conversation, Kit Yates, Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Biology, outlines lessons the UK should have learned since its first lockdown.
Maria Loades, Ola Demkowicz, Pamela Qualter and Roz Shafran explain loneliness in young people and identify steps that can help students as restrictions ease.
In this article for The Conversation Kit Yates, Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Biology, explains how he came to this conclusion.
In this article for The Conversation, Prof Ed Feil and Kit Yates discuss SARS-CoV-2 transitioning from dangerous pathogen to another common-cold coronavirus.
Matthew Wills, Professor of Evolutionary Palaeobiology at the Milner Centre for Evolution, explains why some animals formed wings.
Dr Nick Longrich from Dept of Biology and Biochemistry writes in The Conversation.
Find out more about the opportunities to take part in research projects.
Take part in this study comparing different foot orientations on knee joints during daily activities. You'll receive a biomechanical report for taking part.
This diet intervention in healthy adults, measures how dietary sugar, carbohydrates and fats influence health through energy intake and energy expenditure
We are looking for people who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but do not recall the trauma's cause.
Upcoming research events including public lectures and seminars by visiting academics.
In this event, co-hosted with Bristol Ideas, Professor Nick Pearce will speak with leading political writer, Edmund Fawcett, on the future of conservatism.
Join us for this Dean's series webinar as Dr Margaret Heffernan and Dr Johanne Ward-Grosvold discuss Johanne's work on gender diversity and Covid-19 impact.
Part of the 2020 - 2021 Minerva Series.
Expand your knowledge through our popular public lecture podcasts or watch short videos showcasing our research projects.
In this BBC broadcast, Dr Juliana Holley from Architecture discusses Niemeyer's rule-breaking work.
Professor Rachel Forrester-Jones talks about her research, her motivations for doing it and the wider work of the Centre for the Analysis of Social Policy.
Listen to Dr Thomas Curran discuss perfectionism for TEDMED. He highlights how it develops and its impact on mental health.
Dr Ana Dinerstein (Department of Social & Policy Sciences) speaks about the success of her book and the movement for change it’s inspiring around the world.
Find out about the ESRC-funded project, led by Professor Julie Barnett in our Department of Psychology working with partners around the UK.
Listen to Cathryn Mitchell, Academic Director of the Doctoral College & Professor, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, on the Analysis programme on Radio 4.
Read the latest published papers from our academics and find out more about the research facilities we have and how you can use them.
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