Global spread of TB traced back to European colonisation
A new study by an international team of researchers including Professor Ed Feil from the Milner Centre for Evolution has been published in Science
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.
‘Terrorism does not terrorise’ claims new study
The impact of terrorism on post-traumatic stress may be less significant than we thought, argue the authors of a significant new Lancet Psychiatry study.
Sending parents letters to fight childhood obesity doesn’t work
Dr Fiona Gillison writes for The Conversation on the effectiveness of the National Childhood Measurment Programme.
How to make fish shine
Scientists from the University of Bath have helped to figure out why shoals of fish flash silver by studying how shiny silver cells are created in zebrafish.
Project to enable plastics to be recycled together
Bath is leading a £4.8M consortium to develop catalysts for sustainable manufacturing and help promote a circular economy
BAFTA-nominated ‘Old People’s Home for 4 Year Olds’ returns to Channel 4
The heart-warming C4 programme returns bringing together old and young in an experiment to tackle social isolation which involved Professor Malcolm Johnson.
It pays to be pessimistic, shows new research into entrepreneurs
A new study from our School of Management shows optimistic thinking is leading people to set up businesses that are doomed to fail.
Commentary and analysis
Articles written by our researchers on the news of the day.
Riders on the Storm
Professor Nick Pearce, IPR Director writes on the IPR Blog.
How Canada could use the Saudi quarrel to help the Middle East – and itself
Research Associate in International Development, Jeremy Wildeman, writes for The Conversation on the diplomatic row and wider implications for the region.
Matteo Salvini: the firebrand politician who is shaking up Italian politics
Our Professor of Italian History and Politics, Anna Cento Bull, talks about Italy’s new controversial right-wing Deputy Prime Minister.
Why social enterprise matters
Dimo Dimov and Henrietta Sherwin discuss enterprises balancing economic, environmental and social goals, and the Bath research supporting social enterprises.
Refugee crisis: the immediate and lasting impacts of powerful images
Our Senior Lecturer in Social Psychology, Laura Smith, talks about the power of emotive images to create social and political change.
Argentina's vote to legalise abortion
Our Associate Professor in Sociology, Ana Cecilia Dinerstein, on the latest victory for global feminism.
Get involved
Find out more about the opportunities to take part in research projects.
Volunteers needed for caffeine and mood study
The links between caffeine, physical activity and mood will be examined by a new University study.
European Researchers' Night 2018 - FUTURES
Two cities, twelve venues, 100 researchers, one night - join us at FUTURES.
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.
Get active with our health study and receive a free exercise training programme
Take part in our study to learn more about how eating breakfast impacts on your exercise regime and receive a free, tailored, exercise training plan.
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.
Take part in autism research
We're looking for adults with and without autism to take part in our research to develop techniques to support those with autism to recall events in interviews.
Events
Upcoming research events including public lectures and seminars by visiting academics.
The status of Rei (spirits) of the dead in Japanese society
23 Oct 2018 1.15pm
Chancellor's Building,
Chancellor's Building,
3.11,
University of Bath
This talk explores how The Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 changed attitudes towards the spirits of the dead in Japanese society.
Graphene-derivatives as nanofillers in polymer membranes for improved molecular separations
23 Oct 2018 1.15pm
9 West,
3.08,
University of Bath
Dr Patricia Gorgojo from the University of Manchester will present examples of performance improvement due to graphene oxide in various mixed matrix membranes.
Being a Chartered Linguist: professionalism, standards and integrity
24 Oct 2018 2.15pm
3 East,
2.4,
University of Bath
In this guest lecture, Jane Galbraith from the Chartered Institute of Linguistics, will discuss her career as a linguist and the benefits of being chartered.
Watch and listen
Expand your knowledge through our popular public lecture podcasts or watch short videos showcasing our research projects.
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.
Why I engage the public - Caroline Hughes (Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering)
Caroline Hughes, PhD student from the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, 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.
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.
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.
The search for tomorrow's champions
A late start to puberty can mean talented athletes are overlooked. Our researcher is working with the Premier League to harness young players' true potential.
Industry collaboration brings low-carbon engines to mass markets
Alongside Ashwoods Automotive, our researchers have developed a mass-market-ready low-carbon diesel hybrid engine.
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.
