Physics is the science of matter and of the forces that hold our universe together. Scientific achievements in physics can affect philosophical thinking and our entire worldview, but physics research ...

We tied 7th in the UK for the quality of our Physics research environment, with 75% considered to be conducive to producing research of world-leading quality and enabling outstanding impact, in terms ...

In brief: they've grown thicker shells. The paper documents two sets of field experiments, conducted 20 years apart, measuring the thickness and plasticity in samples of tidal snails. The first ...

"By simulating a bio-realistic network of neurons with dendrites and localized plasticity, the model showed that localized dendritic plasticity mechanisms are necessary for replicating key ...

More information: Richelle L. Tanner et al, Variation in thermal tolerance plasticity and the costs of heat exposure in the estuarine sea hare, Phyllaplysia taylori, Ecosphere (2025). DOI: 10.1002 ...

Previously, this team demonstrated that acute inflammation in the cerebellum caused by a bacterial infection induces neural plasticity, which in turn may lead to hyper-excitability in the brain ...

This four-year MSci programme offers an outstanding education in the thriving fields of science and medical physics. You will gain a strong foundation in core physics as well as specialist knowledge ...

Physicists report the first observations of quantum entanglement in top and anti-top quarks, the heaviest known fundamental particles and their antimatter counterparts, inside the Large Hadron ...

1724 – 2024 Here you can explore our history, our schedule of Physics 300 events and discover how you can participate. Entry routes are either Physical Sciences (TR063) or Theoretical Physics (TR035) ...

Ways to get in touch with key contacts in the Department. Physics is the science of matter, motion and energy, from neutrinos and subatomic particles through to the furthest galaxies. Explore ...

The Department of Physics hosts a unique group of scientists and supporting staff addressing problems in physics, from the smallest scales of elementary particles, via the 'human' scales of climate ...