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Research groups

Our research is driven by seven specialist groups.

Advanced Compound Semiconductor and Associated Materials Technologies

Advanced Compound Semiconductor and Associated Materials Technologies

We develop tomorrow’s electronic and photonic devices, working with semiconductor material and device physics.

Astronomy

Astronomy

From planets to stars, galaxies and the Big Bang, we explore the Universe.

Astronomy Instrumentation

Astronomy Instrumentation

Our pioneering, enabling technology is translated into far infra-red space and ground-based instruments.

Brain Imaging

Brain Imaging

We bring expertise from MR physics to advanced modelling and analysis of neuroimaging data.

Gravity Exploration Institute

Gravity Exploration Institute

A world-leading group, we study all aspects of gravitational-wave physics.

Physics Education Research

Physics Education Research

We research the methodology and delivery of teaching and learning in physics education.

Quantum Materials

Quantum Materials

From materials to devices, we embrace quantum effects and technologies, covering both experiment and theory.