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 (REF2014) 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
NTU awarded Future Leaders Fellowship by UK Research and Innovation
Thu 15 Oct 2020
Nano minerals in poultry feed can improve broiler growth, study shows
Wed 23 Sep 2020
Associate Professor recognised for scientific excellence by Freshwater Biological Association
Mon 14 Sep 2020
Funding will allow clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine to begin in Nottingham
Thu 27 Aug 2020
Gene could guide better treatment of most common breast cancer
Wed 05 Aug 2020
New blood test can confirm prostate cancer – and what stage it is at
Tue 28 Jul 2020
03
Apr
Chemistry and Forensic Science Colloquium
28
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Infographics
TBC,
07
Feb
SHAPE Research Seminar
252, Erasmus Darwin, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
15
Feb
21st Century Scientist: Media Masterclass for Scientific Innovation
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Clifton, NG11 8NS
08
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Engaging Scientific Writing
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Clifton, NG11 8NS
18
Mar
An Interactive Session of Balsamic - BCS Nottingham and Derby
Teaching and Learning building, Lecture Theatre 2, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
Our Research Groups and Centres
Smart Wearable Research (SWR) Group
Smart Wearable Research (SWR) Group
Smart Wearable Research (SWR) group pioneers design, fabrication and characterisation of smart textiles based on novel functional fibres, fabrics and smart materials that interact with the body through sensors, actuators, displays and communications.
Imaging, Materials and Engineering Research Centre
Our multidisciplinary Materials and Engineering Research is extremely strong in terms of high quality outputs, income generation, and international impact.
Sport, Health and Performance Enhancement Research Centre
Sport, Health and Performance Enhancement Research Centre
The focus of the Sport, Health and Performance Enhancement (SHAPE) Research Centre is to improve health and sports performance through research and services to sporting bodies, athletes and the public. SHAPE encompasses staff from the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Department of Engineering and Department of Animal and Equine.
Centre for Health, Ageing and Understanding Disease (CHAUD)
Centre for Health, Ageing and Understanding Disease (CHAUD)
This Centre encompasses research in Biomedical Sciences and Allied Health and aligns with the Health and Wellbeing strategic theme here at NTU. Our research is structured around aspects of health and disease taking into account development and ageing.
Our latest publications
Application of Artificial Intelligence in predicting earthquakes: state-of-the-art and future challenges
A grid-independent length scale for large-eddy simulations
Roughness and Reynolds number effects on the flow past a rough-to-smooth step change
Recovery of wall-shear stress to equilibrium flow conditions after a rough-to-smooth step change in turbulent boundary layers
Recent progress on reliability assessment of large-eddy simulation
Near wall coherence in wall-bounded flows and implications for flow control
98% of our postgraduates in the School are in work or further study within six months of finishing their degrees - Latest Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2016-17
96% of our undergraduates in the School are in work or further study within six months of finishing their degrees - Latest Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2016-17
92% of students at NTU would recommend studying in the School of Science and Technology - National Student Survey 2019
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
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