Researchers to investigate how balance of males and females affects social behaviour
Scientists from our Milner Centre for Evolution will work with anthropologists at UCL on the cross-disciplinary project
Research
How our research is improving lives and changing the world we live in.
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News
Research news and press releases from Bath.
New VSimulators 'skyscraper simulator' facility opened at the University of Bath
A moving chamber equipped with virtual reality projection will aid study of people’s reactions to different buildings, including swaying skyscrapers and bridges
Tobacco Control Research Group scoops prestigious European Health Award
Bath’s TCRG was awarded the European Health Leadership Award at an event last week in Austria
Update ‘Nearest Relative’ criteria under Mental Health Act to increase patient choice
Better provision must be made to allow people detained under the Mental Health Act to select a nominated person to act on their behalf.
Emperor penguins need special protection, say scientists
Climate change is likely to cause populations to decrease by more than 50 per cent by the end of the century
Using daffodils to create cancer treatments
We're exploring how compounds derived from natural products found in daffodils could be used in potential cancer treatments.
Tobacco giants still marketing cigarettes despite plain packaging legislation
The study from Bath's Tobacco Control Research Group suggests governments implementing legislation for plain packaging for cigarettes need to close loopholes.
Commentary and analysis
Articles written by our researchers on the news of the day.
Where does altruism come from?
Discovery of ‘greenbeard’ genes could hold the answer.
The 2019 European election results in France
Dr Nicholas Startin writes for the University Association for Contemporary European Studies blog about the recent European election results.
Sunscreen: is it safe to make your own?
Charareh Pourzand from the Department of Pharmacy & Pharmacology writes for The Conversation about the dangers of homemade sunscreen.
When should my child start speaking?
Dr Michelle St Clair and Vanessa Lloyd-Esenkaya write for The Conversation about child development.
Vaccinating against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Why it makes medical – and mathematical – sense to finally vaccinate boys against HPV.
Mass extinctions made life on Earth more diverse – and might again
After every mass extinction, life has recovered and increased in diversity.
Get involved
Find out more about the opportunities to take part in research projects.
Take part in our study and exercise your way to a healthier vitamin D status
We need volunteers to help us show that exercise can improve vitamin D levels and overall health, and that we don’t need to lose weight to get these benefits.
Events
Upcoming research events including public lectures and seminars by visiting academics.
How impact measurement works in emerging social industries
16 Oct 2019 12.00pm
4.23,
8 West,
University of Bath
A Strategy and Organisation seminar.
Can Both Cities and Towns Prosper?
17 Oct 2019 1.45pm
Watershed,
Bristol
A co-hosted event with the Festival of the Future City, an initiative of Bristol Cultural Development Partnership and Bristol Festival of Ideas.
What is Democracy?
21 Oct 2019 6.00pm
Watershed,
Bristol
A co-hosted event with the Festival of the Future City, an initiative of Bristol Cultural Development Partnership and Bristol Festival of Ideas.
Watch and listen
Expand your knowledge through our popular public lecture podcasts or watch short videos showcasing our research projects.
Our dangerous quest to perfect ourselves
Listen to Dr Thomas Curran discuss perfectionism for TEDMED. He highlights how it develops and its impact on mental health.
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.
Research activity, groups and facilities
Read the latest published papers from our academics and find out more about the research facilities we have and how you can use them.
Find people, papers and projects on our research portal
Explore research from academics at Bath in our Pure research portal.
Research centres, institutes and groups
Our research spans a number of fields and we work together in cross-disciplinary groups.
Research facilities available for academic use, industry and businesses
Research facilities are available for testing and analysing research, with expert support from university staff.
Impact
Case studies that highlight the depth of our research impact on society.
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.
Unearthing the voices of the mine
Our new feature film from Roy Maconachie and Simon Wharf explores the pathway of a diamond from mine to market, and asks the question, who really benefits?
Black holes: the realm of extreme physics
Take a look at the universe with our Professor of Extragalactic Astronomy, Carole Mundell.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
The results of REF 2014 confirmed our research excellence - 87% of our research was defined as world-leading or internationally excellent.
Research integrity and ethics
Our policies and procedures on how we carry out ethically responsible research.
Carrying out ethically responsible research
What you need to do as part of your research project to make sure your research complies with our ethical principles.
Getting help with research integrity and ethics queries
Find out who to contact if you have a question about our research integrity and ethics.