Biosciences
Welcome to the Department of Biosciences. The department delivers innovative, TEF Gold standard teaching and research in subjects including biomedical science, microbiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology and environmental biology, with a vibrant postgraduate and PhD research community.
Our courses are research-led which mean students receive first-class teaching experiences which is complemented by high-specification facilities, and accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, the Royal Society of Biology and the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environment Management. Our degrees offer flexibility and placement opportunities.
In the latest REF, our research achieved world-leading status and is considered internationally leading, delivering real-world impact cases in health and technologies. To maintain our excellence in research, multi-million pound investment in staff, facilities and buildings will help the department to continue to expand its research provision for the future. Our transnational research themes are centred on: cancer biology, immunology and therapeutics; diabetes, chronic diseases and ageing; antimicrobial resistance, omics and microbiota; health of the environment; bioinformatics and biomathematics; education, enhancement and evaluation research; and practice development.
Research themes are supported by high-calibre postgraduate students, technicians, postdoctoral research fellows and independent research fellows, as well as aligned academic staff, on Clifton Campus. The Department of Biosciences provides a wealth of opportunities and support for our students at all levels: the question is, will your future start with us?
Latest News
Molecule found in seafood plays role in protecting and improving cognitive function, researchers find
Tue 07 Dec 2021
Molecule could prevent damaging cell changes caused by type 2 diabetes and obesity, study suggests
Mon 18 Oct 2021
Exercise prompts cells to react in a way that could protect against bone cancer and other bone-related illnesses, research suggests
Mon 05 Jul 2021
One of the largest ever land mammals evolved into extinct dwarf elephant – losing more than 8,000kg in weight and almost 2m in height
Fri 18 Jun 2021
Leopards from Africa and Asia are genetically distinct, DNA analysis of museum specimens reveals
Mon 12 Apr 2021
New research on why ‘poo’ transplants effectively treat C. diff could lead to more treatments for similar conditions
Fri 09 Apr 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
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.
Cell Biology, Ageing and Pathology
Our research activities are key to an understanding of major diseases and their progression and ultimately may lead to new, improved therapeutic options
Neurobiology, Toxicology and Pharmacology
Memory formation; brain development and organisation; cellular models of toxicity, cell signalling and cardioprotection.
Centre for Health, Ageing and Understanding Disease (CHAUD)
Centre for Health, Ageing and Understanding Disease (CHAUD)
CHAUD is structured around four themes covering various aspects of human health and chronic diseases, including cancers which are treatable but not curable, diabetes and other inflammatory conditions.
Fourth in the UK for Student Satisfaction in Biology - National Student Survey 2020
Institute of Biomedical Science
Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
Royal Society of Biology
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