COVID-19 Research and News from the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

From making hand sanitiser to improving the design of face masks, our researchers are contributing to the global effort to counter the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects. Our staff and students are also supporting the NHS by volunteering their time to fight the outbreak.

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Relighting the economy with heat

Posted on 21 May 2020

There is a strong need to light a fire under the economy and decarbonisation and sustainable heat may be the best way of achieving this.

How do we prepare for COVID-19 vaccine delivery?

Posted on 14 May 2020

Scientists are launching a major new research project in India that will help to engineer an efficient and sustainable delivery mechanism – ready to get an eventual COVID-19 vaccine to billions of people.

Academics at the University of Birmingham express concerns over NHS's planned COVID-19 contact-tracing app

Posted on 06 May 2020

Academics at the University of Birmingham are among a group of 173 UK scholars to have signed an open letter expressing concerns over the NHS's planned COVID-19 contact-tracing app.

Medical device specialists ensure NHS has access to the right equipment at the right time

Posted on 21 April 2020

A team of medical device specialists has joined together to support the supply and deployment of vital medical equipment into the healthcare system.

Birmingham researchers produce 3D printed visors to shield against coronavirus

Posted on 08 April 2020

Researchers at the University of Birmingham are sharing their expertise in 3D printing to make face visors for use by frontline medical staff in Birmingham Children's Hospital.

Latest COVID-19 updates from the College of EPS