10th
Ranked 10th in the Russell Group for Grade Point Average (Source: REF 2021)
Our Research
Our unbound approach to research lets us reimagine and rethink the established. In all our research, we are transforming lives across the globe and changing how the world works.
Research reimagined
We are unveiling the hidden with quantum technology, understanding how future atmospheres affect biodiversity, removing barriers to create more inclusive education, promoting cultural understanding, and preventing maternal deaths.
To bring our research to a global audience, we have mirrored the unbound approach of our researchers and created a campaign featuring artistic interpretations of their research.
Our research challenge themes
Guiding our focus and drawing across our vast expertise and resources, our five research challenge themes showcase our pioneering breakthroughs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and significant global impact.
Thriving Planet
Our research is improving air quality and access to clean water, and advancing the clean technologies needed to ensure a sustainable future.
Life-Changing Technologies
We are driving innovation with industrial and manufacturing partners, advancing technology and accelerating impact on human progress.
Connecting Cultures
Our research promotes and connects diverse cultures, fosters social inclusion, shared ownership, and a sense of belonging.
Global Health
We are improving the health of people across the world through new discoveries, treatments, and patient pathways.
Fairer World
Our research is driving meaningful change to tackle inequalities that permeate society.
- 92%
Of our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (Source: REF 2021)
Changing how the world reveals the invisible
Professor Michael Holynski explains how the QuSIT Hub is working to translate quantum science into practical technologies that can be used in a variety of applications such as healthcare, infrastructure, transport and communications.
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Postgraduate research
We offer a wide range of world-leading research opportunities to choose from.
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125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs
We welcome the latest cohort of researchers joining us as 125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs. Discover who will be driving our ambitions to become a global top 50 university.
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Latest research news
From dental chair to diabetes care: Patient experience highlights potential of new screening pathway
Published yesterday
Dental teams could soon detect early signs of undiagnosed Type-2 diabetes as part of routine appointments.
Pathways to better treatments for autoimmune liver diseases unveiled
Published 17 March 2025
For the first time, researchers outline new therapeutic avenues for a rare patient group with unmet clinical needs, paving the way for future research.
Emeritus Professor recognised for outstanding research in genetics and epigenetics in blood cancer
Published 12 March 2025
Emeritus Professor of Experimental Haematology, Constanze Bonifer, wins prestigious award for advancing her field of research.
Genes that make humans and Labradors more likely to become obese identified
Published 7 March 2025
Gene that regulates energy balance shared by lab retrievers and humans, but researchers say effects can be over-ridden with a strict diet and exercise regime