Fastest supernova ever seen reveals earliest moments of a dying star

An international team of researchers find evidence for much theorised ‘hot cocoon’

Scientists uncover the genetics of monogamy

A new study finds that evolution used the same genetic formula to turn animals monogamous

Ultra-sensitive sensor with gold nanoparticle array

Physicists from Bath have developed a new type of sensor platform using a gold nanoparticle array, that's 100 times more sensitive than current similar sensors.

New research to challenge if prisons can rehabilitate

A new three-year ESRC study, starting today, from Criminology Professor Yvonne Jewkes will focus on the most recently-opened prison, HMP Berwyn in North Wales.

Study points to increased risk of harm from cannabis across Europe

A significant new study shows that cannabis potency has doubled across Europe in the past 11 years.

Giant telescope array to explore extreme universe

Bath astrophysicists are part of an international consortium working on the largest and most sensitive telescope in the world

Ultra-sensitive sensor with gold nanoparticle array

Physicists from Bath have developed a new type of sensor platform using a gold nanoparticle array, that's 100 times more sensitive than current similar sensors.

UK’s new post-Brexit immigration plan is surreal and cynical

Emma Carmel, from our Department of Social & Policy Sciences, writes about the government's plans for the UK's immigration system.

COP24 climate talks had a ‘people’s voice’, but did anyone listen?

Dr Aurelie Charles writes for The Conversation on the outcomes of the recent international climate change conference in Poland.

Young people suffering chronic pain battle isolation as they struggle to forge their identities

Dr Abbie Jordan writes for The Conversation on the challenges young people face when dealing with chronic pain.

Silicon Valley’s quest for immortality

The history, future and worrying sacrifices of humanity's search for everlasting life.

Tech giants need to take more responsibility for the advertising that makes them billions

Sarah Glozer, Senior Lecturer in Marketing, Business & Society, explains the dangers of digital advertising.

Take part in our study and exercise your way to a healthier vitamin D status

We're looking for volunteers to take part in a study exploring how exercise improves vitamin D and health in adults who are above their ideal body weight.

Learn more about your physical activity behaviour by taking part in our research

We're looking for people who are interested in doing more physical activity to help us evaluate personalised feedback from wearable monitoring technology.

Take part in our online study investigating mental health relapse

This project aims to understand more about when mental health problems might be seeming to reoccur in people who are in recovery from psychosis or anxiety.

Take part in new research to help us learn more about mental health disclosure

Many initiatives encourage us to talk openly about mental health challenges. Through this study we want to know more about why this is often hard to do.

Contribute to our psychology research by playing games with and against others

Volunteers needed for a new study examining the link between social context and perceptions of similarity between self and others' abilities.

Struggling to exercise and lose weight? Participate in our study and let us help

If you are aged between 40 to 65, overweight and not currently exercising, take part in our study and receive a personalised diet and exercise plan.

The Art of Organising Hope

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.

Loneliness in the Digital Age

Find out about the ESRC-funded project, led by Professor Julie Barnett in our Department of Psychology working with partners around the UK.

Step into The Cubicle

Watch a video about the collaborative initiative highlighting issues around body image in contemporary society.

Research Spotlight: Why do we feel pain differently?

Dr Janet Bultitude from the Centre for Pain Research explores the science of pain and why it might affect us all differently.

Why I engage the public - Bethan Charles (Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies)

Bethan Charles, PhD student from the Department of Chemistry, talks about her experiences of engaging the public with her research.

Annaleise Depper: Why I engage with the public

PhD student in our Department for Health, Annaleise Depper, talks about how she is engaging the public with her research and why it's important.

Reducing the stress of police interviews for autistic people

We talk to Dr Katie Maras about her work in establishing new techniques to allow the police to effectively interview autistic people.

Carving out new politics of hope for 2019

A manifesto for change written by Bath academic Dr Ana Cecilia Dinerstein is inspiring a new generation around the world to think differently about politics.

Straw scientifically proven as viable building material

Our research has made affordable, environmentally-friendly houses a reality. The first super-insulated, low-carbon straw houses are hitting the open market.