Science and Technology
Study or work with the School of Science and Technology in an environment that is inspiring, innovative and relevant to business and society. Our students leave us inspired by what they have learned, proud of their achievements and believing they have had the ideal preparation for their future lives and careers.
The School is an exciting multidisciplinary environment for learning, teaching and research, with some of the best facilities in the UK. We specialise in biosciences, chemistry, computing and technology, engineering, forensic science, mathematics, physics and sport science. This mix of traditional and modern subjects encourages and inspires future innovators. We pride ourselves on our high-quality teaching that gives our students the maximum chance to develop the practical, hands-on skills employers are looking for.
Research in the School is rich and diverse, with staff conducting internationally recognised and world-leading research (REF202) of major importance to society, providing significant contributions to scientific knowledge, advanced research training and opportunities for commercial exploitation. Through a number of dedicated centres and groups, we offer a wealth of expertise to support your business development needs. The specialist centres provide scientific services, consultancy and research specifically tailored to industry and academia.
Academic Departments
Latest News
Insufficient menstrual cycle education provided in UK schools, study finds
Tue 26 Apr 2022
Noise and vibration biggest factors in passenger discomfort onboard propeller aircraft, study shows
Thu 21 Apr 2022
Top prize at the East Midlands Institute of Physics competition
Wed 06 Apr 2022
Department of Sport Science gains SENR Endorsement
Tue 05 Apr 2022
Expert blog: ‘Knowing me, knowing you’: the importance of athlete-coach relationships in achieving success
Tue 29 Mar 2022
Study could reduce risk of brain damage, disability and death following brain haemorrhage
Mon 28 Mar 2022
Our Research Groups and Centres
Pathogen Research
The Pathogen Research Group is a mixture of classical bacterial genetics and pathogenesis research.
Tumour Biology and Immunology
Our group conducts fundamental and translational research into a range of cancers
Proteomics and Genomics
Our research is in analysis of proteomes and genomes to understand mechanisms of human diseases, cell biology, evolutionary processes and food authenticity
2-Dimensional Superconductors
2-Dimensional Superconductors
2-Dimensional Superconductors
Optics and Displays
Our work develops liquid crystal and electrowetting based display devices and includes design, fabrication and testing. Within optics we use optical interference techniques, fiber optic devices and multispectral cameras.
EMOTI: Emotion Mobile Observation Tracking Intervention
EMOTI: Emotion Mobile Observation Tracking Intervention
EMOTI: Emotion Mobile Observation Tracking Intervention
Network Infrastructures and Cyber-Security
Network Infrastructures and Cyber-Security
The main research area of this group is wireless and mobile communication networks domain.
Exploring Skyscapes at Heritage Sites through AR
Exploring Skyscapes at Heritage Sites through AR
Exploring Skyscapes at Heritage Sites through AR
Bioinformatics and Biomathematics
Bioinformatics and Biomathematics
The focus of the Bioinformatics and Biomathematics group is the development of mathematical, statistical and computational approaches addressing some of the post genomic challenges.
Integrated Energy Grids Laboratory (GRIDLAB)
Integrated Energy Grids Laboratory (GRIDLAB)
GRIDLAB works with the focus on the whole system approach to energy and work on a broader research portfolio with the aim of clean energy systems integration into the power systems, by considering flexibility and uncertainty as key elements.
Our latest publications
Development of a textile based protein sensor for monitoring the healing progress of a wound
Understanding the differences in wear testing method standards for total knee replacement
Vitamin D levels as an important predictor for type 2 diabetes mellitus and weight regain post-sleeve gastrectomy
Green communication in Internet of Things: a hybrid bio-inspired intelligent approach
Does the location of shoe upper support on basketball shoes influence ground reaction force and ankle mechanics during cutting maneuvers?
A multi-sensor deep learning approach for complex daily living activity recognition

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management

Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences

Institute of Biomedical Science

Institute of Mathematics and its Applications

Institute of Physics