Solving global challenges through research and enterprise
Led by pioneering researchers and ambitious ideas, we collaborate with a global network of industry, public sector and academic partners to advance discovery and solve real-world challenges.
Our continued investment in cutting-edge research facilities enables innovation at pace, transforming research into measurable impact.
Our performance in the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF), Knowledge Exchange Framework 2024 (KEF) and Postgraduate Research Experience Survey 2023 (PRES) confirms the quality and relevance of our research, enterprise and knowledge exchange.
This reputation attracts high-calibre researchers and project leaders, strengthening our education and tailored business support.
Our research and enterprise commitments
We’re driving collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact across industry and society.
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Rethinking health: transforming systems, science, society
We reimagine health systems and science to help people live healthier, more productive lives.
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Advancing technology: turning ideas into real-world solutions
We are creating scalable solutions that fuel economic growth and deliver real societal benefit.
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Engaging communities: connecting people through story and place
We use storytelling and place to strengthen communities, connection and opportunity.
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Driving sustainability: building resilient and equitable futures
We deliver inclusive, sustainable change: from net zero innovation to widening opportunities.
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Embracing curiosity: unlocking the power of discovery
We champion curiosity-driven research that challenges convention and fuels discovery.
News
Learn how our research is making an impact on local communities, across the region, and around the world.
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University of Hertfordshire’s AI solution for post-harvest food losses in Nigeria secures $2m of UN funding
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Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives to reduce sickness absence and improve quality of life
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University of Hertfordshire-led AI research set to improve NHS services for patients across the East of England
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Group support programme helps foster carers avoid burnout, Herts research shows
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Landmark study delivers standardised dataset to transform care for older people
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New £2.5m project aims to tackle the UK’s biggest oilseed rape disease and rebuild the crop’s future
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Innovative art project revealing hidden soundscape of cardiac surgery an overseas success
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Astronomers spot one of the largest spinning structures ever found in the Universe
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Herts research project wins prestigious CJA Award for Research Excellence
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Planet-wrecking stellar storm observed in nearby star redefines search for habitable worlds
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Popular trauma therapies can only treat some psychosis symptoms, Herts study shows
Our research in action
From curiosity-driven discovery to innovative enterprise, the visionary thinking of our expert researchers is making a measurable difference – regionally, nationally and globally. Learn about our structure and degree opportunities, and explore our strong REF 2021 performance, which highlights the reach and influence of our work.
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Impact of our research
We tackle global challenges and drive discovery in health, tech, climate, engineering and society.
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For business
We’re turning ideas into business growth and real-world progress.
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Research Centres at the University of Hertfordshire
Our research centres advance collaboration, innovation, and change in key areas of expertise.
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Research groups and units
Interdisciplinary teams deliver research that shapes progress and innovation across sectors.
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World-leading research
Strong REF 2021 ratings highlight our research quality and its influence on people and policy.
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Doctoral College
Study with leading researchers shaping breakthrough discoveries and real-world impact.