Research and insights

Current bio detection research and development projects focus on the development of integrated systems. This incorporates autonomous airborne pathogen collect/detect systems, sample processing and handling and real-time analysis using DNA amplification and remote reporting. There is a particular emphasis on early detection of biowarfare agents for the protection of military and civilian populations.

Our research specialises in cyber security and cyber crime. We teach and train in areas such as threat assessment and measurement, digital forensics and e-discovery of information, vulnerability assessment and control, and offensive and defensive cyber operations.

We pioneer innovative data science techniques, with a focus on statistics, image analysis, machine learning and computational neuroscience. We translate these techniques into solutions for areas such as medicine, defence and agri-tech.

Our research in engineering cuts across multiple disciplines including electronics, civil, aeronautics, mechanical engineering, materials and manufacturing. Research includes power, embedded systems, communications, information engineering, materials, aerospace and civil structures, energy, microfluidics, microengineering and bioengineering.

As a campus-based university that is surrounded by multiple road, rail and air transport links, our location and history are key to our sector-leading expertise in transport systems, sustainable transport and smart mobility. Our researchers work with local authorities, public transport operators and local businesses to plan smart and integrated transport solutions that connect communities.

We have a longstanding reputation in pharmacology for our expertise in teaching, research and collaboration with industry. Our research covers a range of areas including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and stem cells.

Our research is primarily concerned with how toxic chemicals may interact with humans in dermal and respiratory exposure. We develop solutions that prevent adverse health effects, by reducing absorption and developing appropriate diagnostic instruments, medical treatments and detection technologies.