Our multidisciplinary Beacons empower our research community to tackle major global challenges by building consortia for large-scale funding.
Research
How our research is improving lives and changing the world we live in.
Our research strategy
To strengthen the impact of our research, sharpen our focus, and increase our influence, we've identified three primary research themes for working together across disciplines: Sustainability, Health and wellbeing, and Digital.
Putting people at the heart of research and innovation.
Research institutes
Our institutes span a number of fields of research.
Research centres and groups
Our research spans a number of fields and we work together in cross-disciplinary groups.
How we make sure our research meets the highest ethical standards including guidance, resources and contact information.
News
Research news and press releases from Bath.
Study of Tommy Robinson’s social media shows how he mobilises support without direct calls to action
Analysis shows how influencers shape public behaviour and legitimise violence through narratives, not instructions.
Breakthrough offers endless recycling for acrylic plastics without the environmental cost
A new method for chemically recycling acrylic uses less energy and non-toxic solvents without reducing quality, so plastics can be recycled again and again.
ÐÔÊÓ½ç study warns AI could erode human capital, thinking and expertise in the workplace
Study flags AI failings, urges creation of ‘learning vaults’ to protect creativity and critical thinking.
Cactus catalogue could help plant’s prickly problem
New open access database of cactus ecology and evolution could help scientists and conservationists save these threatened plants from the brink.
Bio-based polymer offers a sustainable solution to ‘forever chemical’ cleanup
Bath researchers have developed a renewable membrane to capture toxic PFOA pollutants, paving the way for scalable, sustainable water treatment technologies.
Volunteer UK and US fighters in Ukraine face hidden health crises – new study
Volunteer soldiers who have served in Ukraine experience high levels of mental and physical health difficulties yet rarely receive the healthcare they need.
Commentary and analysis
Insights from our researchers about news and current events.
Dr George Ferns explains for The Conversation that an outdoor education can offer something that conventional leadership programmes often miss.
DC is attempting a revival to compete with the cinematic success of Marvel. Dr Roman Pavlyuchenko explains why he thinks the DC comeback isn't set to fly.
Flying for holidays is fuelling rising aviation emissions. We must shift towards more climate-friendly travel while also reimagining where holidays take place.
Every week brings fresh claims about AI transforming the workplace but what has AI actually changed about work so far? Professor Vivek Soundararajan discusses.
Professor Vivek Soundararajan describes the harsh realities of working from home for the five million Indian IT professionals working for big western companies.
Using cost per wear in shops or online retail spaces could reduce the environmental impact of fashion - Dr Lisa Eckmann explains how.
Research with Impact
Through collaborative partnerships, our research is creating a healthier, more sustainable, and connected future for all.
In the sustainable chemical technologies space, we're putting chemistry at the core of new solutions that will enable a circular economy.
From boosting crop yields to supporting workers with dementia, read about how our academics are making innovation work for business and industry.
From tackling chronic pain and reducing self-harm to supporting mental health, autism inclusion, and healthy behaviours, our work is shaping better futures.
How Bath is helping to accelerate the UK’s transition to net zero, strengthen industrial capabilities, and foster inclusive growth.
Through our sport research, we are making a huge impact on the lives of people worldwide and progressing positive policy change to help level the playing field.
From reducing emergency admissions to tackling antimicrobial resistance, we're driving innovations that address some of the world's biggest health challenges.
Get involved
Find out about opportunities to take part in research projects.
Help us research fat tissue inflammation and the regulation of muscle in older people
Take part in research into whether differing levels of fat tissue inflammation are linked to levels of muscle loss as people age.
Help us research barriers, motivation, and physical activity support in pregnancy and postpartum
We need pregnant and postpartum people for research into how motivation and barriers to being active are linked to perinatal physical activity.
Take part in our study about the effects of intermittent carbohydrate restriction on health
Join our study that looks at how short periods of carbohydrate restriction impact health, and whether a new mobile health app can help with lifestyle adherence.
Help us research how exercise plans can improve health for people with cystic fibrosis
We need volunteers to help us research the impacts of remotely delivered exercise plans on cardiovascular health in people with cystic fibrosis.
Modern Slavery and Trafficking Survivors: Albanian mothers’ experiences of parenthood in the UK
A study to explore the experiences of parenthood of Albanian mothers who have survived human trafficking and modern slavery.
Help us explore how VR and video mindfulness actions affect stress, anxiety, and confidence
We are researching how virtual reality (VR) and video-based mindfulness exercises impact stress, anxiety, and confidence in public-speaking situations.
Events
Upcoming research events including public lectures and seminars by visiting academics.
2026 Bath Young Scholars Conference
Join us to explore issues around business, society and education from Chinese and global perspectives.
Essential Conversations ÐÔÊÓ½ç Business and Human Rights (BHR)
A monthly virtual reading group for BHR scholars.
Join this Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) seminar where Prof John Thøgersen will share cases from EV adoption and red‑meat consumption.