Research

The Institute for Science and Society is committed to high quality research. Since the Institute was set up in 1998, we have:

• Attracted over £5M in research funding.
• Undertaken world-leading research projects and commissions for Government agencies and prominent organisations.
• Taught and supervised over 50 postgraduate and PhD students.

The Institute's research is organised into three major 'Research Themes' that reflect and shape our innovative research strategy and interests. To find out more about each theme please follow the links below (or in the 'Related links' section on the right-hand side of the page). 

• Regulation and Governance in Science and Society
• The Translation of Science into Practice
• Communicative Interactions between Scientists and the Public

Most staff (and students) have interests that span more than one theme, and we often collaborate with other Schools and Research Institutes across the University, which reflects our commitment to interdisciplinary research and developing mutually beneficial partnerships. 

To get a better idea of the diversity of research projects we are involved with, please follow the links to 'Current research projects' and 'Past research projects' in the 'Related links' section on the right-hand side of the page.

The Institute for Science and Society was founded as a research institute and its continued success has been built on undertaking cutting edge research that makes a real difference to society.

Brigitte Nerlich, Acting Director of the Institute for Science and Society