New UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships announced
Dr Patrick Bury (PoLIS) has been awarded significant new UKRI funding to further his work on Transatlantic counter-terrorism.
Research
How our research is improving lives and changing the world we live in.
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Latest research news from Bath.
News
Research news and press releases from Bath.
Rise of ‘eco-anxiety’ affecting more and more children says Bath climate psychologist
University of Bath researcher Caroline Hickman says ‘eco-anxiety’ is affecting increasing numbers of children & young people as the climate destabilises.
Synthetic fuels could help shrink transport sector’s carbon footprint
A new report by the Royal Society describes the potential for synthetic fuels to help the transition to more sustainable fuels over the next 20 years.
Breakthrough in harnessing the power of biological catalysts
Potential for cleaner and greener ways to produce commodity chemicals as scientists create perfect conditions for fungus-derived enzymes to thrive
Scientists illuminate secrets of a nanomaterial that is both twisted and untwisted at the same time
The material developed at University of Bath allows for incredibly sensitive detection of the direction molecules twist.
Top fashion brands’ business practices undermine progress on ending garment worker exploitation
New report shows ethical aspirations are at odds with the reality of brands’ actions in the South Indian garment industry.
World Rugby launches ground-breaking preventive exercise programme designed to reduce injuries
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup, our research into reducing injuries in youth and community rugby is being adopted by World Rugby.
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.
Mass extinctions made life on Earth more diverse – and might again
After every mass extinction, life has recovered and increased in diversity.
Plastic poisons ocean bacteria
Bacteria that produces 10% of the world’s oxygen and props up the marine food chain is being poisoned by plastic.
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.
Cellulose microbeads as a replacement for plastic microbeads: From synthesis to commercialisation
1 Oct 2019 4.30pm
8 West 3.22,
8 West,
3.22,
University of Bath
Davide Mattia reports continuous manufacturing cellulose microbeads a sustainable alternative to plastic microparticles using crossflow membrane emulsification.
Centre for Applied Autism Research Annual Lecture 2019
3 Oct 2019 12.15pm
The Edge,
University of Bath
Join us to hear Simon Baron-Cohen, from the University of Cambridge, lecture on hormone affects on the autistic brain and the studies testing current ideology.
Shifting Sands in UK Universities
4 Oct 2019 10.30am
The Edge,
Level 1, School of Management Executive Suite,
University of Bath
An ICHEM seminar with Sir Alan Langlands, Vice-Chancellor University of Leeds
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.