The study of Stokes waves: Understanding the maths behind waves in nature
Despite their simple appearance, the maths behind Stokes waves is complex. Researchers from the Department of Mathematical Sciences set out to learn more.
Case studies
Exploring our research and other stories from the University community.
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The support from the academics has helped me flourish as a student
Ibrahim, a fifth year natural sciences student, talks about the support offered by the academics, the social aspect of the course and his placement year at GSK.
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Transforming medicine with advances in oral drug delivery
Researchers in the Department of Life Sciences are exploring oral medicines to replace injections, helping improve treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes.
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Trialling new potentially life-saving cancer treatments
Natural Sciences graduate Esther Poole tells us about her role at the Centre for Drug Development at Cancer Research UK
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Understanding a human disease gene using zebrafish genetic models
How zebrafish have been used in our research to better understand a human disease gene associated with skin and pigment diseases.
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Understanding early embryonic development using a mouse model and alternative methods
More about why models based on mouse genetics are useful to better understand early embryonic development in humans.
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Understanding the brightest cosmic explosion of all time
In October 2022, telescopes registered the brightest cosmic explosion of all time. Bath astrophysicists set out to discover what made it so dazzling.
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Using artificial intelligence in the fight against human trafficking
PhD student, Thao Do, is researching the capabilities and risks of using AI in combating human trafficking, to promote responsible AI use and empower survivors.
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Using dust clouds and geometry to reveal the secrets of space
With intergalactic distances reaching many thousands of lightyears, researchers turn to geometry to model galaxies and learn more about their evolution.
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Using fibre optics to tackle ICU infections
Dr James Stone and his research team are designing specialised optical fibres to help treat lung infections in some of the most vulnerable hospital patients.