Research
Our interdisciplinary research addresses global challenges in human health, food security, and environmental sustainability.
Across scales, from molecules to ecosystems, we uncover the fundamental principles that underpin the complexity of life on Earth. By integrating laboratory, field, and computational approaches, we generate knowledge that supports sustainable solutions for people and the planet. Our research is synergised by the Centre for Medical Mycology and the Living Systems Institute.
Director of Research and Impact

Our research themes
Join our research community
Biosciences currently has more than 25 Independent Research Fellows, funded by NERC, BBSRC, the Wellcome Trust, the Leverhulme Trust, Marie Sklodowska Curie, and others. Our diverse funding portfolio supports our vibrant community of early career researchers, from graduate students to postdoctoral researchers and independent research fellows.
Our postgraduate research students benefit from quality research-led teaching and supervision across the breadth of Biosciences; access to outstanding facilities; and links with regional, national and international partners.
Postgraduate research degrees




