Research in the Faculty of Engineering

University of Nottingham > Engineering > Research

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:

Leading the way in establishing net zero transport
Addressing the need for sustainable energy, cities and the environment
Developing next generation materials and advanced manufacturing processes
Improving healthcare outcomes through enhanced technologies

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.

Get ready to shape the real world.

Explore our research themes

The Creative Energy Homes on University Park campus

Sustainable cities and environment

Hydrogen storage facilities next to solar panels

Clean energy

Aerospace and transport

A close up of a robotic machine used in manufacturing

Advanced materials and manufacturing

A row of 3D printed polypills created at the University of Nottingham

Advanced healthcare technologies and well-being

Discover our expertise

Dr Georgia Thermou using machinery in a civil engineering workshop

Research directory

Explore our research institutes, groups and centres

Professor Rachel Gomes working in a laboratory

Find an expert

Search for an engineering or architecture expert

Dr Kevin Webb looking down a microscope in a laboratory

Research impact

Discover how we're turning world-class research into real-world impact

A male academic working in the wind tunnel

Work with us

Access resources to collaborate, innovate and grow your business

Postgraduate research

Do you want to take your research ambitions to the next level? Nottingham is the ideal place to study for your PhD in engineering, architecture, or design.

We welcome students from across the world into our friendly research community. Here you'll have access to our sector-leading research facilities, be guided by our expert academics, and contribute towards pioneering research.

This is the place to explore your passion.

View PhD opportunities