Productivity in the West of England could be supercharged through targeted investment in education, research & development and infrastructure, according to a new report. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/invest-to-unlock-economic-growth-in-the-west-of-england-new-research-from-the-brunel-centre/

Congratulations @uniofbath.bsky.social on being named The Times and The Sunday Times Sport University of the Year! It's fantastic to see the University encourages its students to get involved with sport - not just at an elite level, but also just to stay healthy and active. 👏

It's arrivals weekend! A big welcome to all the students arriving to Bath over the next few days.

✨ Our podcast Deadly Industry: Challenging Big Tobacco is back for Series Two! ✨ We return Tues 30 September with eight powerful episodes exposing the tactics that keep the tobacco industry powerful and profitable. 🎧 Listen to our new trailer: shows.acast.com/deadly-indus... #DeadlyIndustryPod

C21PH's Amy Thompson and Dan Hunt will attend next week’s UN High-Level Meeting on the Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and Mental Health #UNHLM4 and participate in Climate Week NYC. Find out more – www.bath.ac.uk/announcement... #PublicHealth #NCDs

🎉 We're delighted to have been announced as the Sport University of the Year 2026 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide! https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/bath-wins-sport-university-of-the-year-2026-in-the-times-and-the-sunday-times-good-university-guide/

Autistic people are being offered the opportunity to learn to drive using virtual reality simulators as part of a research project with the University of Bath and University of Exeter. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62l833z620o

"There was not a great deal of understanding of what to do if you spotted modern slavery." Find out how Dr Johanne Grosvold is working to reduce #ModernSlavery in public sector supply chains. https://www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies/reducing-modern-slavery-in-public-sector-supply-chains/

Discriminatory views about maternity leave remain widespread, with some UK employers openly admitting they would avoid hiring pregnant women, according to new research. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/i-would-discriminate-study-exposes-uk-employers-hidden-bias-against-maternity-leave/

Director of our new Bath MHRG, Dr Pamela Jacobsen, said: "Most mental health problems start young but too many go unrecognised or untreated. By improving life chances for young people in this neglected region, we aim to make the Bath MHRG a beacon of innovation in applied mental health research."

😊 Delighted to announce I'll be a Lead Author for ch.8 of @ipcc.bsky.social's Seventh Assessment Report, alongside 663 experts from 111 countries, as part of Working Group III. Analysis by @carbonbrief.org shows increasing diversity of IPCC authorship: tinyurl.com/462pvby9 #IPCC #ClimateReport

We are looking forward to Anna Gilmore's keynote speech on #TobaccoControl and #CDoH at the @instpublichealth.bsky.social Joint North South Public Health Conference tomorrow. Find out more: www.publichealth.ie/events/progr... #publicheatlh #keynotespeech

Postdoc Appreciation Week (PAW) 2025 celebrates the significant contributions that postdocs make to research and the research community. Thanks to our #postdocs for their fantastic and valued contributions to research at Bath. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/recognising-our-postdocs/

A ground-breaking lung biopsy trial launches, using technology designed to extract tissue from deep within the lungs of patients with suspected lung cancer. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/groundbreaking-lung-biopsy-trial-launches-using-technology-developed-at-bath/

It was a pleasure to welcome Bath graduate and North Somerset MP Sadik Al-Hassan MP to the University to explore research in hydrogen and aviation. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/sadik-al-hassan-mp-learns-about-pioneering-green-hydrogen-research-at-bath/

Three stand-out initiatives from the #University of Bath are highlighted as part of a new national campaign launched by @universities-uk.bsky.social to showcase how universities connect skills and knowledge across the country, powering jobs, #innovation and #entrepreneurship.

Academic careers aren’t always linear, and that’s a good thing. Cross-sector moves spark fresh thinking and unexpected connections. We spoke with Dr Patrick Bury, a former soldier who's now a reader in security @uniofbath.bsky.social, about his unique journey. 📽️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JLP...

The rise in mental health issues among young people is deeply alarming. It's vital we know how best to prevent and treat these. That's why I welcome the launch of the Bath Mental Health Research Group at @uniofbath.bsky.social, which is committed to improving our understanding of these issues.

The Anniversary Game Returns! 💪 The University of Bath men’s 1st XV return to The Rec for the massive Anniversary Game, as Bath take on Exeter under the lights of the biggest stage in the city. Ticket details coming soon...

A new £11m Bath research group will partner with local services to boost youth mental health support across BANES, Swindon & Wiltshire. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/new-mental-health-research-group-launches-in-bath-to-support-young-people/

The University of Bath has again been named one of the best universities in the UK, according to the latest Guardian University Guide. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/bath-ranked-8th-in-guardian-university-guide-2026/

Professor Anna Gilmore, Co-Director of the Centre for 21st Century Public Health, joined journalists Brinda Adhikari and Tom Johnson for a wide-ranging podcast episode on how corporations drive today’s chronic disease crisis. Listen to the podcast episode here: https://apple.co/4gm4EnU #Research

Postdoc Appreciation Week (PAW) 2025 celebrates the significant contributions that postdocs make to research and the research community. Thanks to our postdocs for their fantastic and valued contributions to research at Bath. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/recognising-our-postdocs/

We're delighted that the University of Bath has been ranked 8th in this year's Guardian University Guide 2026. This year, we've also been ranked as a top ten university in the Complete University Guide, and the Daily Mail University Guide. #University #UniofBath

We're thrilled to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Department of #Chemistry in 1 South today. Today marks a significant milestone for the department, and we're delighted to welcome past and present students and staff to a day with talks from our alumni and friends.

Recent research from the University's Department of Psychology, drawing on a decade of interviews with UK MPs, reveals that political pragmatism is increasingly becoming a hindrance to tackling climate change. More details can be found here: https://bit.ly/3VHNlUB #Research

Professor Cassie Wilson shares a message for our whole community on World Suicide Prevention Day - challenging stigma and changing how we talk about suicide. https://blogs.bath.ac.uk/pvc-student-experience/2025/09/08/changing-the-narrative-on-suicide-a-message-for-world-suicide-prevention-day-2025/

Researchers at the University of Bath have discovered how DNA damage caused by a faulty DNA protection and repair system can lead to neurodegenerative disorders such as #MotorNeuroneDisease. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/new-study-uncovers-how-dna-damage-can-lead-to-motor-neurone-disease/

Bath environmental psychologist Lorraine Whitmarsh was quizzed by MPs on engaging the public in clean energy transition. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/professor-lorraine-whitmarsh-mbe-gives-evidence-to-parliaments-energy-security-net-zero-committee/

World-leading energy networks experts will call for renewable power generation facilities to be connected to the UK grid more quickly at a conference in Bath. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/power-networks-experts-call-for-speedier-connection-of-renewables-to-deliver-net-zero-and-ai-goals/

Our spinout Bactery, founded by PhD alumnus Jakub Dziegielowski, has developed tech that generates electricity from soil. We're proud to support their sustainable work! Read more in the Global University Venturing blog post: https://bit.ly/46meySV #Research

📺 Bath psychologist Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh MBE gave evidence to Parliament as part of an inquiry into building public support for a #CleanEnergy transition. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/professor-lorraine-whitmarsh-mbe-gives-evidence-to-parliaments-energy-security-net-zero-committee/

Congratulations to Siobain Hone, Graduate Enterprise Manager, on her nomination as 'Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year Award' in the ACEEU Triple E Awards for her work on the University's Pop-up shop this year. Find out more and vote for her: https://2025.triple-e-awards.com/finalist/id/1072

Over five years, researchers from the University of Bath and Trinity College Dublin delved into the minds of those on the brink of becoming #conspiracy theorists. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4mGR2G5

Up to 1/4 of vapes confiscated in secondary schools in England contain the dangerous synthetic drug ‘spice’, according to a new study led by Bath. #OnlineSafetyAct https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/up-to-1-in-4-vapes-confiscated-in-schools-contains-spice-and-these-are-pushed-on-social-media/

Join us for a day of wonder, fun, and discovery in central Bristol! Meet researchers from the University of Bath and the University of Bristol. Dive into hands-on activities, engaging games, and insightful short talks. 📅 Sat 27 Sept | 10am–4pm | Free, booking required. www.futuresnight.co.uk.

A recent study from the School of Management suggests family ostracism can hugely impact workplace performance. Feeling ignored or left unsupported during challenging times can have far-reaching implications and significantly undermine leadership effectiveness. https://bit.ly/4oGElfK #Leadership

Hundreds of #sustainability researchers and experts from across the globe will be hosted by the University in September 2026 for the the annual Earth System Governance conference. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/university-of-bath-to-host-global-sustainability-conference-in-2026/

On 11 September, the TBE Show is taking place in partnership with the University of Bath School of Management; an opportunity for the local business community to showcase what they do, connect, and nurture growth. https://tbeswindonandwilts.co.uk/event/tbe-show-2/

1 in 3 people lack a #dementia diagnosis, which delays necessary treatments and research. Dr George Stothart uses Fastball EEG to detect subtle brain wave changes that may indicate early signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s. https://bit.ly/47q5kGs

A simple brainwave test developed at Bath has been shown to detect signs of memory impairment linked to #Alzheimer’s disease years before clinical diagnosis is typically possible. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/early-alzheimers-brainwave-test-detects-memory-decline-years-before-diagnosis/

Parents hoping for relief from sky-high childcare bills may instead face higher costs, as new research from the Institute for Policy Research warns the Government’s flagship “free childcare” expansion is failing to keep pace with nursery fees and could make them worse in some areas.

Congratulations to EnsiliTech, the biotechnology #Startup and University spinout company, which has secured £4.5M in seed funding to improve the way life-saving medicines are stored and transported. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/bath-biotechnology-startup-ensilitech-raises-4-5-million/

Our Formula Student team Team Bath Racing Electric just wrapped up an amazing season of European competitions. 🇵🇹 The team clamed 2nd in acceleration & 5th overall. 🇩🇪 Completed all dynamic events & were the 6th fastest in Endurance of 84 teams. 🇬🇧 TBRe AI placed 5th overall & 3rd in dynamic events.

The @uniofbathipr.bsky.social‬ is a leading public policy research institute. Read about its innovative research into major policy challenges in the 2024–2025 annual report. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/institute-for-policy-research-annual-report-2024-2025-out-now/

Are you preparing to study for a Master's? We've developed an open course on FutureLearn to help you build the key skills you need to flourish from the start of your journey. #PostGraduate #Learning Find out more here: https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/preparing-to-study-at-masters-level/

We're delighted to announce that Bath has been shortlisted for the prestigious University of the Year award in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026, in recognition of our strengths in graduate employability, reputation, and student experience. https://bit.ly/4miukny

Most #MentalHealth advice piles on extra tasks. Rarely does it tell you to stop doing something harmful. The result? Well-intentioned tips that may leave people feeling more overwhelmed than helped. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/why-mental-health-advice-often-adds-to-your-to-do-list/

Hundreds of #sustainability researchers and experts from across the globe will be hosted by the University in September 2026 for the the annual Earth System Governance conference. https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/university-of-bath-to-host-global-sustainability-conference-in-2026/

This summer, Otter Baker, Teaching Fellow in the University Skills Centre, took part in the Riding for the Disabled (RDA) National Championships, the largest equestrian event in the world for disabled riders. We were delighted to hear that Otter placed third in the Grade 6 Walk Only Dressage Test.