Real Time Brain Researchers at the Centre for Human Brain Health, University of Birmingham, are helping develop a new generation of magnetic systems to improve our understanding of everything from basic cognition to dementia and ADHD.
Mapping the ground From construction works and utility pipes to natural resource management, ground conditions impact everything from railways to agriculture. Quantum gravity sensors promise far-reaching economic and social benefits.
A lab in a suitcase The Ebola outbreak in West Africa was the deadliest occurrence of the disease since 1976. Despite a coordinated international response it proved extremely difficult to control.
AI and the Law AI and automation are responsible for a growing number of decisions by public authorities in areas like criminal justice, security and policing and public administration, despite having proven flaws.
Digital Railway Innovation The Centre of Excellence in Digital Systems at the University of Birmingham brings together existing academic and industry capabilities, supporting transformational change in rail technology across the globe.
Dinosaur discovery Imaging technologies are revolutionising palaeontology, helping researchers analyse and interpret specimens.
Precision Toxicology Current techniques to assess toxicity are slow, expensive and the results often translate poorly to humans. The PrecisionTox research group is developing new toxicology methods to increase public safety.
Quantum Sensors The University of Birmingham leads an £80 million consortium, the UK Quantum Technology Hub for Sensors and Metrology, which exploits quantum effects to build next-generation quantum sensors
Robotics University of Birmingham researchers are taking a fresh look at the conundrum facing experts who want to create robots which handle objects efficiently and effectively.
Offensive cyber research Researchers at the University of Birmingham are stress-testing smart technologies, from contactless cards to connected cars, to prepare us for a threat-filled future.
Data Privacy With the excitement around technology and it's potential for improving our society, it's easy to forget, or ignore, the risks that it poses. Our researchers are exploring how to safely manage digital transformation.