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Research

We bring research into the real world. Our researchers work closely together across disciplines, and in partnership with industry and government, to generate real-world impact with a lasting legacy.

Supporting researchers

Our researchers have access to a wide range of development programmes, cutting-edge facilities, extensive library resources and expert advice.

Research equipment

Find facilities and equipment within the University to support your research.

Postgraduate research

Our research degrees give you the opportunity to investigate your subject amongst field-leading researchers with truly first-class facilities.

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Who we work with

Working with industry across the whole of the UK, we encourage, support and develop innovation.

Work with us

We work with businesses and organisations of all sizes and sectors.

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Take part in research

Take part in our research and help improve the lives of people in Cardiff and the wider world.

Our thriving research culture supports our researchers and technicians as they tackle some of society’s biggest challenges.

Karin Wahl-JorgensenUniversity Dean of Research Culture and Environment

News

Archaeological excavation at Fonmon Castle site.

New clues uncovered from excavations at Fonmon Castle

Discovery of Iron Age settlement, which includes ritually buried dog, suggests site is of ‘significant status’

Increase in violence-related injury across England and Wales

25th annual National Violence Surveillance Network report shows rise in the number of violence-related emergency department visits in 2024, but also reveals substantial reductions in violence since 2000.

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Strongest hints yet of biological activity outside the solar system

Chemical fingerprints of dimethyl sulfide and/or dimethyl disulfide observed in atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18b

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Snacking may impact children’s growth

New research finds that grazing throughout the day could limit children’s growth.

Research stories

Revealing the anatomy of Welsh using MRI

Our research is helping Welsh learners overcome pronunciation difficulties that impact their confidence and ability to integrate into Welsh-speaking communities.

Cutting through the chaos – how disinformation is shaping our reality

Professor Martin Innes’ research on disinformation explores its impact on democratic societies in the information age.

Untangling the mysteries of pretend play in parent-child interactions

PhD student Catherine Sheehan is researching the role of pretend play in children’s emotional development.