Annual Overview 2021/22

A fresh look at the last academic year, progressing our strategy and collective achievements

Research with Impact

Our research is helping to change the world for the better. We work in partnership to help create a healthier, more sustainable and connected future for us all.

A springboard for success

As the University celebrates being named ‘University of the Year’, in this new feature we delve deeper into what makes Bath such a special place to study.

Porous materials network EPoMM opens

Network will find and investigate materials for applications in renewable energy, drug delivery, water purification and more

Loud music festivals could reduce bat activity in some species by nearly 50 per cent

Researchers from the 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场 and UWE investigated the possible effects of loud music festivals on bats' activity.

Men 'less satisfied with life' when their female partner is the only earner – new study

Analysis from Dr Helen Kowalewska and Dr Agnese Vitali looked at the link between breadwinner status and wellbeing in heterosexual couples.

Art, photography and poetry link life in HMP Liverpool to its Victorian past

Bath Criminology Prof Yvonne Jewkes was involved in the new exhibition on display at the Museum of Liverpool charting the history and legacy of HMP Liverpool.

Astronaut Anne McClain to receive honorary doctorate at the 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场

Honorary Degree of Doctor in Engineering recognises outstanding career of 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场 alumna

President’s Awards recognise people making a lasting difference to the University and region

From the BBC's Ali Vowles to Bath Rugby's John Hall, and Gold Scholar Ciara Sherlock, we celebrated the achievements of individuals making a difference locally.

One year to go: Paris 2024 on the horizon for 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场-based athletes and students

The path to Paris will go directly through Bath in August when the University hosts the 2023 Modern Pentathlon World Championships, an Olympic qualifier.

Students and graduates named in home team for Pentathlon World Champs at 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场

Reigning World Champion Joe Choong is among the 12-strong Pentathlon GB squad for the championships, taking place from 19th to 28th August 2023

Sporting scholar Kate Shortman wins Britain's first-ever artistic swimming World Champs medal

The 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场 student made history with a superbly-executed Women's Solo Free routine at the 2023 Championships in Fukuoka, Japan

Medals plus Paris 2024 places equals successful European Games for Pentathlon GB

The Team GB medallists, who all train at the 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场, included student Charlie Brown and alumni Joe Choong, Olivia Green and Myles Pillage.

2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场 celebrates historic season for British Bobsleigh and Skeleton athletes

World medallists who train at the University were among the guests at a reception which recognised the thriving partnership between the University and the BBSA

World's best all-round athletes heading to 2022世界杯卡塔尔体育场 for Paris 2024 Olympic qualifier

Tickets are on sale for the UIPM Pentathlon and Laser Run World Championships 2023, taking place at the University from 19th to 28th August 2023.

Ketone drinks: why we’re testing the effects of this supplement on older adults

Anna Nicholas from the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism writes for The Conversation.

Three COVID-era lessons to help support employee wellbeing in times of crisis

Dr Luke Fletcher writes for The Conversation about what organisations can learn from how they acted during COVID to help protect employee wellbeing.

Science experiments traditionally only used male mice – here’s why it's a problem for women’s health

Research increasingly shows sex differences in human medical issues, so excluding females from research has worrying consequences for women’s health.

How co-working spaces can boost local economies

Co-working spaces offer new ways of working and can foster entrepreneurship, knowledge exchange, and boost local economies

Thick ones, pointy ones – how albatross beaks evolved to match their prey

New Bath research shows how albatross species evolved different beak shapes to make the most of the ocean’s food resources, adapting to different seafood diets.

How do we know health screening programmes work?

Dr Kit Yates writes for The Conversation.