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Our research is focused across 6 research themes reflecting our interdisciplinary strength in some of the key global challenges of the 21st century.
Select a research theme to find out more about our groundbreaking research and view key projects, news and public engagement. You will also find links to research degrees, centres and groups on the research theme pages.
The University of Hertfordshire is part of an international research team that has secured €6m funding, to help policy makers improve the resilience of the European food system. The funding,...
5 October 2017
Many workers for online platforms in the gig economy are experiencing the worst of both worlds: subject to tight controls yet without access to standard employment rights and benefits, a...
13 April 2017
Academics from the University of Hertfordshire are using the publication of the study’s findings to call for a fundamental redefinition of work in the digital age and the creation of...
28 November 2017
Bayfordbury Observatory is open for the public to learn about the universe several evenings a year....
Exploring older people's views and experiences of acquiring food in the UK....