Physics and Astronomy

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Physics and astronomy research

Research groups

Astrophysics
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Specialisms include star formation, exoplanets, stellar physics and interstellar medium.

Biomedical physics
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Our activities range from studies of the cell membrane, to how cells sense and respond to physical signals.

Electromagnetic and acoustic materials (EMAG)

We explore the interaction of matter with electromagnetic radiation (from x-ray to microwave) and sound.

Quantum systems and nanomaterials

We study the physical properties of systems at the nanoscale.

Research centres and research themes

Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation

Incorporating the Centre of Doctoral Training in Metamaterials: harnesses research excellence in metamaterial physics and engineering, from theory to application.

Graphene Centre
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The Graphene Centre conducts internationally-leading research into graphene: an exciting and revolutionary material.

Theoretical physics
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Our research ranges from classical wave theory to quantum information theory, to condensed matter physics and nano physics.