The Astrophysics Research Institute is interested in star formation, stellar evolution, time-domain astrophysics, galaxy formation and clusters, dynamics and evolution. Our aim is to become an internationally recognised centre of excellence in astrophysics. Find out more about the Institute, including our Research Excellence Framework results and who we collaborate with.
By studying the gas and stars that shape the Milky Way as well as other galaxies in the local Universe, we can understand the life cycles of stars like our Sun, unravel the chemical enrichment history of the universe, and probe the existence of black holes across a wide mass spectrum.
Drug use and Drug Policy research is divided into strands, find out more about this work.
This project focuses on the lived experiences of people prescribed cannabis in the UK.
Policing and securities research is divided into strands, find out more about this work.
Voluntary action/third sector responses research within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion.
Child and Youth research is divided into strands, find out more about this work.
Research undertaken by CCSE members of the Children and Youth Research Group seeks to explore the experiences of children and young people who come into contact with the Youth Justice System.
The Terriers Project within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion is a collaboration with Edge Hill University. Find out more about this project.
Cultural criminology research within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion.