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
Fighting aggressive blood cancer ages and exhausts immune cells, study shows
Mon 28 Nov 2022
Microscopic ‘nano-shuttles’ may help drive degeneration of brain cells, research suggests
Mon 03 Oct 2022
Women scientists get on their soapbox to inspire next generation
Mon 11 Jul 2022
Study seeks to more accurately predict antibiotic resistance before it occurs in patients
Mon 13 Jun 2022
Study could reduce risk of brain damage, disability and death following brain haemorrhage
Mon 28 Mar 2022
Expert blog: We detected vibrations from a 2mm mite – and it could help save honeybee colonies
Wed 23 Feb 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
Neurobiology, Toxicology and Pharmacology
Memory formation; brain development and organisation; cellular models of toxicity, cell signalling and cardioprotection.
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
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. A significant number of businesses have already commercially and technically benefited from working with us.
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.
Institute of Biomedical Science
Royal Society of Biology
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