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A microscopic view of bone marrow stem cells attaching to a porous scaffold, forming networks across its surface. The image highlights how cells grow, connect and respond within engineered structures used in biomedical research. ​ The research supports the development of advanced biomaterials for regenerative medicine and improved patient outcomes.

Photo by: Fatih Eroglu, Department of Materials

A dynamic image of mechanochemical activation, where ultrasound-driven motion creates microscopic bubbles and the first hints of purple colour as molecular bonds begin to respond to mechanical force.

Photo by: Qianqian Cheng, Department of Chemistry

In the Arctic, seawater is pumped onto existing sea ice where it refreezes and builds thickness. Working in extreme conditions, scientists track how well the process performs and whether it could help slow ongoing ice loss. The study forms part of wider climate intervention research that aims to reduce polar ice loss and, in turn, future sea-level rise.

Photo by: Geoffrey Evatt, Department of Mathematics

A group of students captured during an aerospace field course, highlighting teamwork, creativity and the shared experience of hands-on engineering learning – inspiring future research and careers in aerospace.

Photo by: Ozgun Ozer, Technical Operations

The image captures a quiet moment of focus and documentation reflecting everyday research practice, helping demystify science for wider audiences.

Photo by: Chijioke Godwins, Department of Chemistry

A PhD student pilots a drone during a test flight, showing research in action and its potential real-world impact. The work highlights how drones can support monitoring and surveying, as well as wider innovation across industry and the environment.

Photo by: Ozgun Ozer, Technical Services

A plasma reactor produces a visible purple glow as energy drives chemical reactions. The image captures this highly active environment where plasma interacts with a catalyst. The research supports cleaner chemical processes through plasma technology with potential industrial and environmental benefits.

Photo by: Mariyam Bi, Department of Chemical Engineering

The MkII and Lovell telescopes at Jodrell Bank operate under an auroral sky, observing distant sources while natural light phenomena unfold overhead. Our work at Jodrell Bank Observatory aids astronomical observation that deepens understanding of the universe and related technologies.

Photo by: Anthony Holloway, Jodrell Bank Observatory

The image highlights collaboration and the social side of working in science. Highlights inclusivity and collaboration in STEM environments, encouraging wider participation.

Photo by: Chijioke Godwins, Department of Chemistry

An overhead view of a granular flow experiment shows striped patterns formed by particles moving and settling, revealing unexpected behaviour in flowing materials. The research, which is improving the understanding of granular materials relevant to industry, from pharmaceuticals to construction.

Photo by: Amber Pearse, Department of Mathematics

A light-driven reaction cell illuminated by green light shows how energy can activate catalysts, demonstrating controlled chemical processes using light. This work is advancing sustainable chemical processes using light-driven catalysis.

Photo by: Lan Lan, Department of Chemical Engineering

We’re making aerodynamics more accessible through affordable teaching and demonstration methods. In this student experiment, a simple setup reveals airflow around a propeller, turning complex concepts into something you can see.

Photo by: Ozgun Ozer, Technical Services

Viewed from above, the interior of a research reactor reveals submerged structures bathed in water and a distinctive blue glow produced by high-energy radiation. The image supports nuclear research and safety understanding, with relevance for energy production.

Photo by: Harriet Thompson, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

High-altitude telescopes in the Atacama Desert stand against a dramatic landscape, forming part of an international observatory studying the early universe. This is enabling global research into the origins of the universe and development of advanced observation systems.

Photo by: Joseph Holder, Department of Physics and Astronomy