Research and impact
Strategy 2035
Driven by purpose, measured by impact.
Our focus is on research excellence and impact on real-world challenges through our Global Research Institutes and fundamental research, in areas ranging from Mathematics to Social Policy and from Carbon Solutions to Quantum and Photonics.
Our breakthrough research tackles the world's biggest challenges - transforming climate action, revolutionising health outcomes, and pioneering robotics and other technologies that are essential to shaping the future.
Global Research Institutes
Our Global Research Institutes are focal points for research undertaken in partnership with industry.
iNetZ+ Net Zero and Beyond
Pioneering groundbreaking solutions that will redefine environmental stewardship and propel us toward a carbon-neutral future.
The Lyell Centre
An inspired fusion of earth and marine science, the Lyell Centre's work spans both fundamental and applied research, using innovative technology to address global challenges
The National Robotarium
A world-leading centre for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, creating innovative solutions to global challenges.
Health and Care Technologies
Turning cutting-edge research into impactful and practical solutions to make a positive impact on peoples’ lives, the NHS and health and care globally.
Ambition
Our ambition is to be in the top 250 universities in the world.
Driven by research excellence, growing industrial partnership income, and an increasing number of highly cited researchers, spin-outs and graduate start-ups. Excellence in research raises the University's reputation, critical to attracting and retaining high quality staff and students.
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