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25 February 2020

Could the orgins of life be the solution to chemical production?

Researchers find a new way to produce chemicals sustainably by replicating natural processes. Researchers from the department find a potentially sustainable route to chemicals production using carbon dioxide mixed with water (rather than using hydrogen).

Our world-leading battery research

18 February 2020

Our world-leading battery research

Our battery research takes place right across the Faculty of Engineering. By pioneering new materials, new chemistry, new electrical technology and new electrical systems, our engineers are helping batteries power a future where energy is reliable and sustainable.