Research Portal

Research that Matters

The University of Birmingham is a global top 100 university with a reputation for high-quality fundamental and translational research fuelling solutions to contemporary problems. For more than a century, we have been pursuing and sharing knowledge, and our Research Challenge Themes showcase the depth and breadth of our pioneering and multidisciplinary breakthroughs. Through our collaboration with industry and other organisations, our research generates lasting innovation and impact, making a positive difference to the economy, our environment and people's lives.

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

In September 2015, 193 countries agreed to adopt a set of global goals to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Click on a goal to the right to explore how our researchers and their work are contributing towards achieving it.

Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years

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