Research in Life Sciences
With 90% of our work rated as 'internationally excellent' or 'world-leading', the School of Life Sciences is a dynamic and growing place for biological sciences research.
Professor Miriam Gifford
Head of School
Our Research
Our highly innovative bioscience research works with interdisciplinary research centres allowing us to investigate solutions to major global challenges.
Culture of excellence
Our research excellence is underpinned by our people, and we strive to create a research environment rich in innovation, scholarship and diversity.
We are committed to ensuring an open, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their goals. We achieved Athena SWAN Silver in 2024.
Research technologies
The School’s research strategy is enabled by our excellent research technologies and technical expertise.
We provide researchers with core technical, IT and laboratory support facilities as well as supported specialist facilities such as our genomics centre, imaging suite, horticulture services, and the new Elizabeth Creak Horticulture Technology Centre.
Research with Impact
Our research impacts everything from microbes to entire ecosystems, making a positive contribution to the health and welfare of others. Our research improves crops, creates new drugs and protects animals.our research
Publications and outputs
Our research outputs are diverse leading to new insights across the biological sciences, including medicine, the bioeconomy, the environment and agriculture.
