Research groups 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. You are here Home Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering Research Research groups 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. Explore Communications 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. Explore Electrical Machines & Drives 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. Explore Semiconductor Devices & Materials