School of Physics and Astronomy
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Research and innovation
Our research activity covers the following main areas: Star and planetary system formation; Spintronics in condensed matter; Experimental biophysics and bio-nanoscience; Dynamics of polymers and complex fluids; and Quantum information theory and its applications.
In addition, we are applying our collective expertise to the development of sustainable energy harvesting and storage, and towards translation into healthcare and medicine.
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Scientists show DNA "dancing" for the first time
By using high resolution images and supercomputer simulations, scientists…
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Professor Mark Thompson appointed as new Head of School of Physics and Astronomy
The School of Physics and Astronomy will welcome a new Head of School when…
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Bolton Lecture in Astrophysics 2020
Dr Gaitee Hussain, the ESA’s Head of Science Division, presents the 21st…
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Gold nanotubes could help treat asbestos cancer
Researchers at the University of Leeds and University of Cambridge…
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