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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.

  • 11th

    in the UK for our research impact 1

  • 90%

    of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent 2

  • 4th

    in the UK for spinout success 3

  • £156m

    in open research contracts and grants 4

News

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New trial for gene therapy for frontotemporal dementia

The ASPIRE-FTD clinical trial will investigate the use of a gene therapy in people with frontotemporal dementia.

sbarc|spark crowned ‘Best Corporate Workplace’ in South of England and South Wales

British Council for Offices says the building sets a ‘new standard for academic and enterprise collaboration’.

Cardiff academics to lead the future of health and care research in Wales

12 Cardiff University researchers have been appointed as Health and Care Research Wales’ Senior Research Leaders.

Venus with stars in the background

DNA-like molecule could survive conditions akin to clouds of Venus, study finds

Experiment marks new chapter on potential of sulfuric acid as a solvent for life

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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

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.

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