Engineering Research

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World-leading engineering research in the heart of the North-West

The School of Engineering has a history of excellence in research, with 95% of our research being rated as world-leading or internationally excellent according to REF2021.

We strive for our research to be impactful, influential, and inclusive, exploring fundamental questions and challenges within the world of engineering. Our expertise ranges from developing innovative digital and robotic technologies, to exploring new methods of achieving Net Zero outcomes through the use of renewable and nuclear energies.

Research Groups

  • Chemical Engineering

    Investigating all the relevant aspects of chemical and biochemical engineering, from fundamental science to engineering applications.

  • Electronic Engineering

    A leading group focusing on research spanning from digital electronics and materials to high-frequency applications.

  • Energy

    Addressing major scientific and technological challenges in emerging energy technologies and sustainability.

  • Manufacturing

    Understanding functional materials, composite systems, structural health monitoring, production processes and technologies.

  • Nuclear Science and Engineering

    Our approach in nuclear research covers instrumentation, robotic, and chemical engineering.

  • RF Engineering of Accelerators at Lancaster (REAL)

    Delivering cutting-edge RF particle accelerators for high-energy physics, light sources, medical and industrial application

  • Robotics and Control

    Analysis, design, and optimisation of self-regulating and robotic systems, delivering faster, safer, and more cost-effective operations for industry.

  • Structures and Materials

    We offer an in-depth understanding of fundamental and applied aspects of functional materials, composite systems and structural health monitoring.

Research Facilities

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