Applied Biotechnology

This Applied Biotechnology Research Group seeks to focus on the application of Biotechnology in a variety of different applications including health and well being; environment and new tools and technologies. read more..

Cell Communication

Research within this group explores the role of cell communication in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes. A multidisciplinary approach is used to investigate cellular adaptation and differentiation in response to both physiological and pathophysiological stimuli. read more...

This multidisciplinary group allows the varying impacts of lifestyle choices (traditionally linked to both nutrition and physical activity) to be integrated with interests in endocrinology, microbial and neurophysiology in several disease states. read more...

Life Sciences Education

The work of this group encompasses all aspects of pedagogic research within life sciences higher education. The research is partly intended to inform all those involved in teaching within the School in the development of strategies to improve the student learning experience. read more...

Perspectives in Health

Current projects include evaluation of integrated health services in the NHS, mens health, successful ageing, mindfulness, self-care interventions, self-management of chronic conditions as well as patient experiences of schizophrenia. read more...

Public Health

The research interests of the members of the group include: public perceptions of risk; engaging consumers in food policy; food labels; participatory approaches to health promotion; breast and complementary feeding; read more...

Westminster Water Science

A centre of research and excellence in developing science and policy for sustainable water resource management. read more...

Research is conducted in laboratories dedicated to:

• molecular biology (Sequencer, quantitative-PCR cyclers and apparatus for both solution and in situ hybridisation)
• analytical instrumentation (LC, FPLC, HPLC, GLC, TLC, CE, Flow Cytometer, GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, UV/VIS, atomic absorption and fluorescence spectrometers)
• fermentation and cell culture (fermentation suite is equipped with bioreactors from 50 mL to 72 L scale for research from small to pilot-scale)
• proteomic research based on 2-dimensional electrophoresis
• dual laser fluorescence scanning and state-of-the-art data analysis stations
• biomechanical testing of cells and tissues
• cell imaging (a suite housing a three-laser, dual-microscope confocal system, fluorescent imaging, facilities including a cell sorter and a Power PC analysis system)
• radiation work with a beta-scintillation and gamma counters.

Specialist laboratories are maintained by dedicated technical staff who contribute to research. PhD students are provided with new office facilities.

The School Research Centre supports inter- and multidisciplinary collaborative research at national and international level.