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Research groups

The Department has been at the forefront of engineering research since 1917. Over the last few decades we have built our reputation as world leaders in the areas of electromagnetics, semiconductors and communications. Find out more about the type of work each research group is involved in by following the links below.
Close up of oscilloscope in use in lab
Measuring equipment for EPSRC mmWave Measurement Facility

Communications

One of our key strengths is in implementation of hardware test beds, which enable accurate assessment of performance of communication
systems under development. This is particularly important in our research to improve energy efficiency in radios and wireless networks.

Communications - learn more

Close up of an electric engine

Electrical Machines and Drives

With an outstanding track record for innovation, and for promoting the commercial exploitation of its research findings, the group is particularly well-known for its pioneering research on permanent magnet machines and drives for applications ranging from automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, marine, industrial, to consumer product sectors.

Machines and Drives - learn more

MBE technique used by the National Epitaxy Facility

Semiconductor Materials and Devices

One of the UK’s leading research groups investigating and developing new semiconductor materials and devices for optical, electronic and photonic applications.

SMD Research Group - learn more

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