Bacteria could help build eco-friendly construction materials

Researchers at Bath are investigating whether the natural properties of bacteria could help in developing a new type of environmentally friendly plasterboard.

Government inaction on climate change linked to psychological distress in young people - new study

Largest scientific study of its kind finds climate anxiety affects the daily life and functioning of nearly half of children and young people surveyed globally.

Modern snakes evolved from a few survivors of dino-killing asteroid

Research from the Milner Centre for Evolution suggests modern snakes evolved from a handful of ancestors that survived the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs.

To curb the spread of Covid-19, restrict intercity travel as soon as a lockdown is announced

Researchers find that viral spread is greatly enhanced when citizens are given a window to travel before next-level restrictions are enforced.

How to predict climate change from the comfort of your home

The causes of climate change can be demoed using a cheap home or school computer, thanks to a Python program developed by a team at the University of Bath.

Climate Assembly UK calls for greater ‘fairness and public engagement’ in COP26 countdown

Sir David Attenborough hails ‘remarkable’ Climate Assembly UK and calls on leaders to give people confidence that environmental changes needed are possible.

Enabling children with chronic pain to live full lives

Children with pain are better able to live full lives because of the research conducted by our Centre for Pain Research.

Informing global policy and decision making around climate change

Drawing upon our research, global organisations have been able to make decisions on climate change, for the future.

Printing a design revolution with additive manufacture

Using metal powder laser melting, our research on industrial 3D printing has helped to improve processes and develop new products with our industrial partners.

Protecting critical infrastructure from extreme space weather and radio jamming

Through space-based communication research we’ve influenced public policy and security. Our algorithms help keep GPS systems functioning and accurate.

Saving structures across the globe

We’ve developed assessment and strengthening techniques for ageing concrete bridges and structures. Our guidance is used by consulting engineers worldwide.

Helping organisations prepare for the unexpected

Research by Professor Ian Colville is key to organisations navigating crises, including the Wilshire Police Service in the wake of the Salisbury poisonings.

Mathematics could provide solution to holding large events safely

Organisers of a Virtual Study Group are looking for scientists to take part in a workshop to help solve Covid19 safety challenges faced by the events industry.

Take part in our study analysing how our breakfast routine affects our energy balance and metabolism

This breakfast-based intervention measures how breakfast protein and carbohydrate content influence health through energy intake and energy expenditure.

Help us to find out if just a single exercise session can improve our vitamin D status

We are looking for volunteers to take part in exciting new research investigating how a single bout of exercise might free up stored vitamin D from fat tissue.

Support our study that aims to improve knee joint health

Take part in this study comparing different foot orientations on knee joints during daily activities. You'll receive a biomechanical report for taking part.

Volunteer for our study in energy balance and the role of sugar, carbohydrates and fats

This diet intervention in healthy adults, measures how dietary sugar, carbohydrates and fats influence health through energy intake and energy expenditure

Oscar Niemeyer: Brazil's king of curves

In this BBC broadcast, Dr Juliana Holley from Architecture discusses Niemeyer's rule-breaking work.

In conversation with: Professor Rachel Forrester-Jones

Professor Rachel Forrester-Jones talks about her research, her motivations for doing it and the wider work of the Centre for the Analysis of Social Policy.

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.

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.

Research policy and governance

Information and news about all research policy and governance matters that may have an impact on research staff or their research.