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Impact of our research

Climate change, energy, engineering, healthcare, science and technology are just some areas where we are breaking new ground for the benefit of people in the UK and across the globe.

Discovering earth-like planets outside our solar system; creating pioneering atmospheric models to monitor and improve air quality; protecting civilians against chemical terror attacks; and furthering social interaction between robots and humans.

These are some of the ways in which our interdisciplinary research is addressing some of today’s biggest challenges regionally, nationally and globally.

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Contributing to the fight against COVID-19
Our research, enterprise support, and testing and vaccination efforts have taken on the challenges faced across the globe by the spread of COVID-19. From looking at the effectiveness of different personal protective equipment (PPE) and investigating the connection between the chemical senses and COVID-19, to developing a social distancing game for children and conducting research into attitudes towards fitness, body image and physical activity at home.

Research case studies

  • Smart Mobility Unit

    Smart Mobility Unit

    The University’s Smart Mobility Unit brings together interdisciplinary expertise and professional services to apply practical solutions and innovations in transport to benefit the University and its wider community.

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