Sustainability research at the university
There is a wealth of research related to the dimensions of sustainability taking place across the university. The aim of this page is to give you a flavour of the breadth and diversity of research taking place relating to the theme of sustainability.
This page offers a showcase of projects and research themes, you are invited to visit research pages from specific faculties and projects to find out more, and explore the links on the right hand side.
Browse below for some of the research taking place at the university.
How to save fuel and cut emissions - at a stroke
A new car engine that switches between a two-stroke and a four-stroke modes promises to reduce fuel consumption by one quarter. University of Brighton researchers are working on the 2/4Car which allows the engine to switch to two-stroke at low load and speed and then back to a four-stroke at high loads.
Link to research film.
Emotionally durable design
Dr Jonathan Chapman's research presents strategic counterpoints to 'throwaway society', by developing design tools that enhance the resilience of relationships between people and their products.
Link to research film.
How can we convert CO2 into useable nanomaterials
Dr Raymond Whitby, from the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, has taken the first steps to find a new way of disposing of the waste from power stations, a method involving the firing of lasers at CO2.
Link to research film.
Water pollution testing
Dr Ebdon, a researcher in the School of Environment and Technology, has developed a test that can accurately identify the presence of human faeces in water. It costs only a few pounds, can be used in the field and gives results in a day. It could be an invaluable tool for public health programmes in developing countries.
Link to research film.
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Comments:
I have just read for a Master in Sustainable Environmental Management at the University of Technology, Mauritius and very much keen to read for a Phd in this field.
Would you be kind enough to provide to me information pertaining to taught and research Phds which may be followed at your University? I also wish to know about international scholarships available and the facilities given to Phd scholars as well.
Thank you
Regards
Dany
