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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.

Individually unique, collectively brilliant

We believe that by working together, we can make great things happen. We are committed to bringing the brightest minds together to find real-life solutions to the world’s most challenging problems.

From reversing the ravages of Alzheimer’s to reducing violent crime, our community of researchers is helping to create a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable world.

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  • Quality research

    Quality research

    We are a top 20 UK university for overall quality of research, impact, and environment. (REF 2021)
  • Making a difference

    Making a difference

    90% of our research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent. (REF 2021)
  • Real-world benefits

    Real-world benefits

    We are ranked 11th in the UK for research impact in both academia and our society. (REF 2021)
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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.

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Karin Wahl-JorgensenUniversity Dean of Research Culture and Environment

News

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Cardiff Researcher awarded Future Leaders Fellowship from Brain Tumour Charity

Dr Mathew Clement, currently based at Systems Immunity Research Institute, has been announced as one of Brain Tumour Charity’s Future Leaders 2024.

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GP practices in wealthiest areas of Wales receive more funding than deprived areas

Underinvestment in GP services in Wales’ most deprived areas contributing to health inequalities, researchers say

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Celebrities and politicians are climate change ‘missing link’

Celebrities and politicians leading by example could be a crucial ‘missing link’ in tackling the climate crisis

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Community action plan could form blueprint for future co-production

Researchers followed the process involving residents from Ely and Caerau

Research stories

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Improving decision-making in the emergency services

Our ground-breaking research has improved how the emergency services think, behave, and respond in emergency situations.

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Transforming performances of Carmen on the global stage

Professor Clair Rowden’s research has generated new ways of thinking about one of the world’s most-performed operas, Carmen.

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Reforming homelessness legislation in Wales

Dr Pete Mackie’s research into Welsh homelessness legislation led to the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, and has informed policy debates in Scotland, Canada, and Australia.