Research in the College of Health and Science

At the Forefront of New Discoveries

Research is central to the mission of the College of Health and Science at the University of Lincoln. Our dedicated academic staff undertake world-leading and internationally excellent research, providing students with the opportunity to learn from some of the finest thinkers in their field.

Across the College, our researchers strive to advance knowledge in areas such as healthcare, biomedical sciences, psychology, sports science, and more. They are working on relevant research projects that are tackling important societal issues, collaborating with experts, and generating impactful discoveries that can make a tangible difference to local, national, and international communities.

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Research Spotlight

Agri-tech Revolutions

A £4.9 million grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council is helping to deliver a step change in activity and fund the drive to make the Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire region a global innovation centre for agricultural technology.

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Our Research Institutes and Centres

Our research institutes and centres are bringing together a range of expertise and knowledge from across the University's College of Health and Science and beyond, undertaking groundbreaking and timely studies that are having a positive impact across society.

Lincoln Institute for Agri-Food Technology

With a clear focus on improving productivity, efficiency, and sustainability through innovation across the food chain.

Lincoln Institute for Rural and Coastal Health

Conducting world-class interdisciplinary research to address the health issues facing rural and coastal communities.

National Centre for Food Manufacturing

Progressing high-impact food sector focused research designed to advance the industry at all points in the supply chain.

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Autism Research Innovation Centre

Focusing on strengthening the wider autism community through participatory action research.

Centre for Computational Physics

Undertaking research encompassing computational and theoretical physics as well as applied mathematics.

Community and Health Research Unit

With a mission to enhance people’s health and wellbeing and reduce inequalities.

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Lincoln Centre for Autonomous Systems

Specialising in technologies for perception, learning, decision-making, control and interaction in autonomous systems.

Lincoln Centre for Water and Planetary Health

Focusing on solving the most pressing environmental and societal issues emerging from water-related risks.

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Lincoln Sleep Research Centre

Utilising advanced sleep research facilities and collaborating on studies around the world.

The Queen's Anniversary Prize

The University of Lincoln has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize for its work supporting the success and sustainability of the UK’s food and farming industries through innovations in research, education, and technology.

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Research Groups

Alongside our research institutes and centres, we have a number of research groups working within the College of Health and Science covering everything from machine learning, sustainable energy, and animal behaviour, to drug discovery, ecology, and mental health. You can explore our research groups by subject area on the University's Research Institutes, Centres, and Groups page.

Spotlight On: Animal Behaviour, Cognition and Welfare Research Group

The group features a unique team of internationally renowned researchers working at the forefront of, and interface between life, environmental, health, computing, and social sciences.

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Specialist Research Facilities in Health and Science

We offer a range of purpose-built facilities and high-quality resources and equipment for our researchers. This includes computer and engineering laboratories, a human performance centre, psychology labs, and clinical skills suites that are used to simulate real home and hospital environments. Our Riseholme Campus offers specialist facilities for research in agri-food technology, while our Holbeach Campus is home to the National Centre for Food Manufacturing and features industry-standard facilities and equipment.

Our postgraduate research students can take advantage of a range of dedicated research and study spaces, suitable for both individual study and group work with fellow students.

Research Studentships

Postgraduate students are an integral part of our research community, working alongside expert academics and researchers and contributing to our growing reputation for internationally excellent research. We offer a range of studentships throughout the year, including funded and part-funded opportunities, where students can get involved in a number of exciting research projects and studies.

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Our Postgraduate Researchers

Meet PhD student Georgia Clay, whose research at the University of Lincoln is examining the relationships between health, physical activity, service professionals, and older adult stroke survivors in the context of community stroke rehabilitation.

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Meet Our Experts

Professor Daniel Mills is an international authority on companion animal behaviour and was the UK’s ﬁrst specialist in veterinary behavioural medicine to be recognised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

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Research in Our Schools

Our expert academics and postgraduate researchers are conducting high-quality and groundbreaking studies across Schools in the College of Health and Science, exploring a wide range of subjects and disciplines. Visit our School research pages to discover more.