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
New digital tool could help children and young people experiencing mental health crisis receive better hospital care
Mon 17 Jan 2022
Fantasy football fanatics more likely to feel down and anxious, study suggests
Thu 06 Jan 2022
Parasitic honeybee mite jolts in the hive and uses vibrations to sense where it is, research suggests
Wed 15 Dec 2021
Wearable ‘sticker’ that could save lives will help spot changes in patients’ breathing
Tue 14 Dec 2021
Molecule found in seafood plays role in protecting and improving cognitive function, researchers find
Tue 07 Dec 2021
Scientists monitor the formation of a chemical bond for the first time
Wed 10 Nov 2021
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.
SS2i - Scientific Services to Industry
SS2i - Scientific Services to Industry
Scientific Services to Industry (SS2i) offers a range of analytical, experimental and technical services to Industry via access to facilities across the School of Science and Technology.
Our latest publications
An update on "reverse vaccinology": the pathway from genomes and epitope predictions to tailored, recombinant vaccines
The Vrsac Circles in Serbia: worshipping life and rebirth in the Neolithic
Identification and characterization of mycobacterial species using whole-genome sequences
Capacity building for whole genome sequencing of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and bioinformatics in high TB burden countries
Phylogenomics of Mycobacterium africanum reveals a new lineage and a complex evolutionary history
The effectiveness of self-guided virtual-reality exposure therapy for public-speaking anxiety
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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