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Our research is helping to change the world for the better. We work in partnership to help create a healthier, more sustainable and connected future for us all.

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Funding of £27.6M to speed up the discovery of new drugs to cure lung infection and inflammation

A partnership to help tackle the growing challenges of infections and inflammation of the lungs has been allocated a £27.6 million funding boost.

A cure for psoriasis: could a faulty iron hormone in the skin be the key?

Scientists believe the hormone hepcidin, when produced in the skin, may be the root cause of psoriasis – a chronic disease affecting 2-3% of the population.

Microscope designed at the University of Bath wins international recognition

OpenFlexure Microscope has been selected as a Solver Team in MIT Solve's 2024 Global Challenges awards.

Study reveals lower school attendance on Fridays in England

Economists from the University of Bath believe that end-of week-absenteeism could be linked to beating bank holiday traffic.

Shared Parental Leave fails to deliver for dads

New research suggests that Shared Parental Leave (SPL) has failed to encourage greater take-up or longer leave by fathers, prompting calls for policy reform.

Can technology turn exercise pain into pleasure?

Most people who exercise using VR drop out when things gets too tough or dull - could programs that use sensors to tune into a person's emotional state help?

No time for a holiday? A ‘workation’ could be the answer

Dr Mariachiara Barzotto explains for The Conversation how employees can work remotely from holiday, and sets out tips for making it productive and pleasurable.

Grangemouth job losses are a stark reminder of the cost of a greener industrial future

The Scottish oil refinery will close next year, and Professor Phil Tomlinson considers for The Conversation the challenges of new job creation for the sector.

Why the government’s £500 million investment in Port Talbot is not enough to secure the industry

As the government invests in electrically powered steel production, Professors Phil Tomlinson and Mike Lewis set out for The Conversation where it falls short.

John Lewis is using AI to renew its famous price pledge, which might just improve sales

The John Lewis "never knowingly undersold" pledge is back, and Tamsin McLaren asks whether the trusted slogan can drive up sales, for The Conversation.

Avoiding man-made disasters like Grenfell could be helped by holding executives more accountable

Dr Akhil Bhardwaj writes for The Conversation on how fining executives for their failings could help to prevent similar tragedies.

Books That Shook the Business World: Good to Great by Jim Collins

Professor Margaret Heffernan reviews a classic business bestseller and puts forward her case for why she thinks nobody should read it, for The Conversation.

Take part in our study about the effects of intermittent carbohydrate restriction on health

Join our study that looks at how short periods of carbohydrate restriction impact health, and whether a new mobile health app can help with lifestyle adherence.

Modern Slavery and Trafficking Survivors: Albanian mothers’ experiences of parenthood in the UK

A study to explore the experiences of parenthood of Albanian mothers who have survived human trafficking and modern slavery.

Help us explore the health effects of ketone drinks in older adults

We need volunteers to help us explore if consuming a ketone drink for four weeks improves immune, metabolic and cognitive health in adults aged 60 to 80 years.

Help us research the effects of stress and mindfulness on decision-making

We need volunteers to be part of our research study into the impact of stress and mindfulness on decision-making. You’ll receive £12 for completing the study.

Take part in our research into the health benefits of intermittent fasting

We are recruiting volunteers to take part in our research into the impact of intermittent fasting on energy balance and associated health outcomes.