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
DNA from 360,000-year-old bone reveals oldest non-permafrost genome and a new evolutionary history for extinct cave bear
Wed 17 Feb 2021
Digital platforms could enable monitoring of mental health crises in real-time, say researchers
Thu 11 Feb 2021
Spitting cobras show snake venom can evolve for defence
Mon 25 Jan 2021
New medical technologies facility will accelerate innovation and improve lives of patients
Thu 14 Jan 2021
New material paves way for nano-tech breath testing sensors which could detect chronic illnesses
Mon 07 Dec 2020
Home lab kits provided to Bioscience students to support blended learning
Tue 17 Nov 2020
03
Apr
Chemistry and Forensic Science Colloquium
28
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Infographics
TBC,
15
Feb
21st Century Scientist: Media Masterclass for Scientific Innovation
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
08
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Engaging Scientific Writing
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Clifton, NG11 8NS
05
Jun
SHAPE Research Seminar Series
ERD 171, Erasmus Darwin, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
Our Research Groups and Centres
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.
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.
Advanced Optics and Photonics Group
Advanced Optics and Photonics Group
AOP group focuses on the of light-matter interaction with various engineered nanoparticles. The group’s expertise lies in high-precision nano-fabrication, cutting-edge optical characterisations and advanced modelling techniques via Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning.
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
BamA and BamD are essential for the secretion of trimeric autotransporter adhesins
The Football Association Injury and Illness Surveillance Study: the incidence, burden and severity of injuries and illness in men’s and women’s international football
Climatic aridity increases temporal nestedness of invertebrate communities in naturally drying rivers
From stereoscopic x-ray images to 2.5-D volume visualization
Derivation of 2.5D image models from one-dimensional x-ray image sensors
Inflammatory and adipokine status from early to midpregnancy in arab women and its associations with gestational diabetes mellitus
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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