Our research groups
Our research takes insights from expert academics working across fields such as conservation, agriculture and environmental sciences to tackle big questions and raise solutions to national and international challenges.
We’re conducting vital research into landscape regeneration and delivering strategies for the reintroduction (and preservation) of displaced species. Our farming research supports the worldwide sustainability agenda, as we identify cheaper, better ways of bringing fresh food to urban centres. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Find out more about our ongoing research projects:
Animal Health
The Animal Health group comprises of research-focussed staff, post-doctoral and associate researchers and a vibrant PhD community.
Natural Environment
Research in this area explores environmental issues, including the principles underlying the exploitation of natural resources and waste management.
Ecology and Conservation
The Ecology and Conservation Research Group is comprised of research active staff and PhD students from the College of Science and Technology, who share an interest in species and habitat conservation and improving our understanding of ecological interactions.
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
The group focuses on teaching modern production methods and management of plant crop, agronomy and post-harvest issues. We also specialise in delivering the knowledge and skills needed to implement safe practices in the production of food.
Centre for Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences Research
Discover the exciting research taking place in the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences that explores environmental issues, the exploitation of natural resources, sustainable agriculture, climate change, animal sciences, and waste management.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, 86% of NTU's research impact was assessed to be either world-leading or internationally excellent. The overall quality of each Unit of Assessment NTU submitted to REF in 2021 also saw an improvement from the previous REF in 2014.
Our research projects
Behavioural Profiling for Species Reintroduction Strategies
Biodiversity conservation
Peatland Conservation
Overcoming Harmful Algal Blooms
Pioneer Vegetation on Glacier Forelands in Norway
Big Moor Shadow Woodlands: Rowans, Hawthorns and Clarions
Environmental Pollutants, Reproductive Health and Fertility
Equine Husbandry
Carnivore Nutrition
Canine Performance
Glacier Mice
Equestrian Sports Performance
Genetic Rescue of the Original Bramley Apple Tree through Whole Genome Sequencing
Turning Industrial Waste into Livestock Fodder
Impact case studies
Controlling Eutrophication and Algal Blooms to Safeguard Human and Ecosystem Health and Prevent Economic Loss
The ‘Controlling eutrophication and algal blooms to safeguard human and ecosystem health and prevent economic loss’ impact case study is led by Professor Gang Pan and is linked to the Research Centre for Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences Research.
Enhancing the Identification, Protection and Restoration of Blanket Bog in the UK and Spain
The ‘Enhancing the identification, protection and restoration of blanket bog in the UK and Spain’ impact case study is led by Professor Ben Clutterbuck, Associate Professor Jillian Labadz, and Senior Lecturer Nicholas Midgley, and is linked to the Centre for Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences Research Centre.