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Annual
Report 2004/5The quest for knowledge is one of the fundamental goals for the University of Bradford. Our research defines our global standing and continues to enhance our reputation. Through our efforts we want to contribute to the global advancement of people, knowledge and society.
The University in 2005 launched the first of a series of 'Research Showcases'. The aim of these events is to raise awareness and to encourage the development of research. On show were the Institute of Pharmaceutical Innovation (IPI), our Centres of Industrial Collaboration, and our Interdisciplinary Research Centre (IRC) for Polymer Science and Technology. The events planned throughout the year will encourage not only staff, but organisations from across the region, to come and engage with the University on areas of research development and collaboration.
The University has an enviable reputation when it comes to ssues around war, conflict resolution and peace studies, thanks to our 5 rated (RAE 2001) Peace Studies Department. In 2005, the Centre for International Co- operation and Security (part of the Peace Studies Department) presented research that assessed the impact of violence from small arms on the economy, the state and households. The work involved staff travelling to troubled parts of the world such as Sierra Leone, North West India, Nepal and Nigeria.
Computing experts at the University were awarded funding for a two-year project from the European Union to conduct research into the 'delivery of content' through mobile and gaming technologies. The project is expected to encourage young people to engage with 'Science'. As Science is perceived as a 'hard subject', the project will deliver content that breaks down this perception by developing educational games that teach science.
