Impact case studies

Analysing and reforming the Prevent policy

This research has been a key influence on the Government Prevent strategy, aimed at preventing terrorism.

Child sexual abuse in the Caribbean

The Centre for Applied Childhood Studies has played a major role in tackling the problem of child sexual abuse in the Caribbean.

Convolution software

Researchers have been developing state-of-the-art open-source software used to create and enhance electronic music.

Cultural arts programmes ROTOЯ

Introducing new audiences to contemporary art and design through the ROTOЯ programme of exhibitions and events.

Designing out crime

This research has been incorporated into planning policy and procedures and has influenced international urban planning.

Developing autonomous systems

Innovative use of knowledge engineering tools in planning systems.

Ethical accounting

This research has made a major contribution to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Flow-handling system research

Tackling real-world engineering problems using the most practical and accessible means possible. 

How did early man move across the world?

Researchers have proposed a new model for the dispersal of modern humans out of Africa.

Improving access to effective self-help support

Developing and evaluating self-help interventions for NHS staff.

Improving the lives of asthma sufferers

Developing new understanding of issues affecting millions of people globally on a daily basis.

Improving wound care and preventing infection

Helping to shape policy and practice in the field of surgical site infection and wound management.

Innovative design prevents infection to patients

Ensuring that patient safety is a central feature of healthcare from hospitals to home.

Innovative physical organic solutions

Contributing to growth, health and prosperity of regional and national industry.

Interactions in early music – viols and voice

Performance-led research into the consort of viols and its relationship to the voice.

Intercultural perspectives

Intercultural exchange and cultural constructions of identity leading to technical innovations in composition and performance.

Lady Clifford's writings

Raising awareness of this key figure in regional history, women’s writing and political and cultural engagement.

Language in conflict

Building an academic and practitioner community to assist those involved in mediation.

Language unlocked

Raising language awareness, linguistic consultancy and communications to assist a wide range of organisations.

Leading the way to a future in Thorium

Finding a safer, cheaper, more sustainable form of nuclear power to fill the gap of carbon-free nuclear power.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equalities

Addressing key issues between lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and state institutions.

Mental health and learning disabilities

Challenging values and beliefs about people who live with mental health issues.

Microbiology

Microbiological research is helping with functional food production, nuclear waste storage and is informing policy. 

New thermal analytics methods

Improving control and understanding of thermal analytical techniques is making a significant contribution to defence research. 

Pioneering accelerator research

The International Institute for Accelerator Applications - demonstrating the applications of advanced particle accelerator technology.

Precision technology

Developing a better understanding of the accuracy of machines is vital in saving time and energy in industry.

Recovery & rehabilitation for back pain sufferers

Researchers at Huddersfield are helping to bring about a major cultural shift in how back pain is viewed and treated.

Research into engine technologies

Shaping Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Education

Research has delivered regional and national impact in the field of entrepreneurship and enterprise.

Student response system

Developing a next-generation student response system which is more affordable for a wider range of users.

Supporting forest management and communities

Research is helping to maintain the tropical forests of south-west Ethiopia.

Surface measurement

Researchers at Huddersfield are improving the surface measurement process to enable the manufacturing of superior products.

Understanding and supporting young people

Experiences and needs of marginalised young people, including NEETs.

Understanding battlefield archaeology

New interdisciplinary methods for systematic archaeological examination of battlefields.