Case studies

Tobacco manufacturers argue that plain packaging would have unintended negative consequences in the UK. Our research exposes their misinformation.

Dr Lukasz Piwek hopes to better understand digital technology and how we can use it for good

Dr Chris Todd welcomes students who are joining the Department in the 2021/22 academic year.

For her final-year project, Xiangyi Qi designed and manufactured a set of light-emitting diodes to celebrate Bath's expertise in energy-efficient lighting.

Architecture students Matt, Helen and Emma, and civil engineering student Zach produced a bold design solution for their 2016 Basil Spence winning project.

Joshua Olaleye built a guided vehicle to compete in our mouse race group project, where the challenge is to complete a circuit in the fastest time.

Through a global study, our researchers are designing shelters that enhance the physical and mental health of those living in refugee camps.

Our partnership with Siemens has produced new engine components and tools for faster technology generation.

Read on to find out more about our research on designing, building and opening prisons.

Our researchers have worked with Adaptavate, a start-up creating low carbon construction products, to assess the use of bacteria for self-healing wall plaster.