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This is the place that turns research into reality and solves real world challenges that affect our daily lives.
Through our research impact we boost business, shape society and help make a greener planet spin a little smoother by:
This is the place where you get the space, support, skills and connections to revel in the real world of research. This includes sector-leading facilities, access to experts and training the workforce of the future.
We believe that great minds don’t think alike. We take a multi-disciplinary approach to research which is strengthened through our people, academic partnerships and industry collaborations across the globe.
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If you're looking for research facilities with a difference, then the University of Nottingham is right for you. We have an abundance of specialist, multi-million pound facilities which are finding solutions to global challenges.
From advancing materials, manufacturing and healthcare technologies, to sustainable energy and power electronics - we're constantly upgrading our facilities to deliver world-changing research and meet industry needs.
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Using microwave technology to extract copper from its ore, reducing energy consumption in extraction by over 20%.
Wirelessly measuring a baby’s heart rate, using a sensor in a cap, allowing doctors to be hands-free for interventions.
Designing self-adapting manufacturing systems for the cost-effective manufacturing of complex, high-value products at low volumes.