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We occupy a distinctive position in the mathematical sciences community through applications of core mathematics research to other sciences, such as:
This work is underpinned by strong research in pure mathematics, most notably mathematical analysis and number theory.
We are an outstanding, impactful department of mathematics and statistics. 98% of our research is world leading or internationally excellent and 100% of our research impact has been classed ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Mathematical Sciences).
We conduct fundamental research in core mathematics, supporting its application to other fields. Our work includes number theory, complex analysis, and differential equations. Pure mathematics research groups are:
We have a rich history of statistics having developed a number of new methodologies that have had profound impacts in a wide range of applications. Our statisticians work on applied statistics, mechanics, probability, and stochastic analysis. Statistics research groups are:
We bring core mathematical principles to a range of applications to produce leading research in specific fields within environmental mathematics, numerical analysis, mathematical physics and mathematical biology. Applied and numerical mathematics research groups are:
This research centre is a catalyst for research ideas and initiatives in the intersection between mathematics and statistics, theoretical physics, data science and Earth system science.
Our research is strongly collaborative, with staff active in a number of the University’s institutes and centres, including:
We are part of the larger School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences, where we partner on research with other departments including our world-leading Department of Meteorology.
We are a partner in the £16m EPSRC Mathematics for our Future Climate Centre for Doctoral Training (MFC CDT) with Imperial College London and the University of Southampton. This is an interdisciplinary initiative that harnesses the power of mathematics to address the urgent issues presented by climate change. PhD project areas are split into mathematical theory and numerical modelling of fundamental oceanic and atmospheric processes, analysis of data and assimilation with weather and climate models, and mathematical applications related to the response to climate change. Five cohorts of PhD students will be trained by the MFC CDT (2024 - 2032).
Previously, we were a partner in the EPSRC Mathematics of Planet Earth Centre for Doctoral Training with Imperial College London (2013 - 2023). This CDT provided PhD training in the mathematical and computational techniques needed to understand, predict and quantify risk and uncertainty for extreme weather and climate change.
Embark on your mathematics PhD in a diverse, supportive environment where you'll receive expert doctoral supervision.
Our centre leading interdisciplinary research on mathematics, physics, data science, meteorology and climate dynamics.
We regularly organise conferences, seminars, workshops and other departmental events.
