Research
Bringing new knowledge with a practical purposeResearch Centres and Groups
Our staff are involved in the University Research Centres focused on Digital Data and Energy Materials and Environment, whilst making a significant contribution to the broader research of LSBU at research group level:
- Intelligent Manufacturing Systems
- Materials Analysis Device Design (MADD)
- Mechanical Intelligence
- Smart Internet Technologies
- South Bank Applied BioEngineering (SABER)
The School of Engineering staff have a wide range of talents and skills and are always looking for creative and enthusiastic post-graduate students to undertake a PhD.
Research Excellence
LSBU is the top modern university in London for world-leading and internationally excellent research and Grade Point Average in General Engineering - Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. 80% of this research has been awarded the highest quality ratings (4* or 3*) for its 'impact' (reach and significance).
Research case studies
CEDaCI (Circular Economy for the Data Centre Industry)
The LSBU-lead project, the Circular Economy for the Data Centre Industry, aims to make data centre equipment more sustainable.
Keeping nuclear plants safe
LSBU research is helping Sellafield Ltd reduce the risks of hydrogen explosions in decommissioned nuclear plants.
Biox - getting under the skin of the cosmetics industry
Continued collaboration between LSBU and Biox, an LSBU start-up company, has resulted in technology that sets new standards in measuring changes to skin.
See more School of Engineering case studies.
Research degree programmes
The wide range of research activities in the School, together with the mix of academic staff, post-doctoral research fellows and visiting professors, allows us to offer a stimulating and diverse postgraduate environment. Read more about Research Degrees at LSBU.