Our Research Areas

We explore what it means to be human – in historical and cultural contexts, within ethical and legal norms and through languages and communication. 

From atoms to astronomy, computers to cars and robots to robust materials, our goal is to transform our understanding of the world to make life easier, healthier and more sustainable.

Across the breadth of life and environmental sciences we discover, apply and translate science, forging major advances in human and environmental health.

With over 1,000 academic staff researchers and around £100 million new research funding per year, we are dedicated to performing world-leading research with the ultimate goal of improving human health.

We address the challenges facing society and the economy, from shedding light on the refugee crisis, to character education in schools, through to developing leaders in the NHS.