Research
Cellular and Molecular Medicine is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for the study of cancer biology, infection and immunity and regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies.
Research within the School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine is focused on three strategic research themes:
- Cancer biology
- Infection and immunity (immunology, microbiology and virology)
- Regenerative medicine and stem cells
Academics from across the school's various areas of expertise have been involved in studies that have significantly improved our scientific understanding of human disease and facilitated the development of best practice in the clinical environment.
We pride ourselves on how our researchers and students contribute to a portfolio of research that demonstrates how the University is at the forefront to turning science into medicine.
Impact
The impact of the research undertaken within the School has been featured by the University:
- Preventing bowel cancerHow high fibre diets and aspirin can help prevent bowel cancer
- Improving leukaemia diagnosticsUK children with leukaemia benefit from Bristol research that led to more accurate diagnostic testing
- Combatting antimicrobial resistanceMicrobiologists unpick emerging superbugs in a bid to combat antibiotic resistance
- Clues to cancer treatmentResearchers look to building blocks of cancer for clues to treatment
Research Excellence Framework
The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021, published May 2022), highlight the outstanding quality and impact of Bristol's research across all subjects and disciplines. Read further information about the university's outstanding results.