All Projects (704)

Kidscan placement studentship 2024-25 (Magwaza) Jun 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2025
The overall objective of this project is the evaluation in vitro and comparative analysis of absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination and toxicity (ADMEtox) of FDA-approved drugs for re-purposing in cancer.
Additionally, computational ADME... Read More about Kidscan placement studentship 2024-25 (Magwaza).

Kidscan placement studentship 2024-25 (Sayan/Abubaker) Jun 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2025
Phytochemicals, which are bioactive compounds derived from plants, can potentially possess anti-cancer properties. Our recent extraction of phytochemicals from Astragalus angustifolius revealed promising characteristics: notably, it demonstrates sign... Read More about Kidscan placement studentship 2024-25 (Sayan/Abubaker).

Noise Network Plus: Engineering a Quieter Future Feb 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2028
UK Network focused on noise impact on humans and wildlife. The network will respond to the key challenges in the EPSRC TERC report

Secure AI for Robust Anomaly Detection in Manufacturing Processes Jul 1, 2024 - Jul 31, 2025
Anomaly detection involves the identification of data and events that stray from the norm, rendering them inconsistent with the broader dataset. This functionality holds immense significance within manufacturing industry, facilitating security monito... Read More about Secure AI for Robust Anomaly Detection in Manufacturing Processes.

The Ideas Fund: Roma Connections part 2 Jan 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Roma Connections I ran from 2022-23 and used performing arts as a basis for personal growth with Roma families in Oldham. A team from the University of Salford led by Professor Mike Hardman oversaw the research element. The proposal for a follow on w... Read More about The Ideas Fund: Roma Connections part 2.

Enabling the paper sector’s decarbonisation via anaerobic digestion and industrial symbiosis. (PAPERdecab)’ Aug 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
According to national statistics by BEIS (2020 Annual report ‘UK Energy in Brief’), natural gas is still the major contributor to the UK’s primary energy consumption, which has risen considerably in the last 30 years, with a current inland import dep... Read More about Enabling the paper sector’s decarbonisation via anaerobic digestion and industrial symbiosis. (PAPERdecab)’.

Photonic Nanosprings May 15, 2024 - Jul 10, 2024

KTP with TP Transcription Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2027
To develop an AI-based transcription solution tailored for academia. It will transcribe from audio/video files into text, optimised for academic research analysis, with user-friendly interfaces. Unlike existing services, it promises improved accuracy... Read More about KTP with TP Transcription.

ESRC Festival Of Social Sciences 2024 Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
ESRC Festival Of Social Sciences 2024

iMRes with Paramelt Feb 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026

MAHSC: Pilot study: Non-Invasive measuring of Advanced Oxidation Protein Products to monitor response to exercise Oct 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2025
Importance of biomarkers in intervention: Previously, our work has shown significant improvements to vascular function and metabolic measures despite BMI remaining in the morbidly obese range REF ADAM. This work required invasive measurements ranging... Read More about MAHSC: Pilot study: Non-Invasive measuring of Advanced Oxidation Protein Products to monitor response to exercise.

Next Generation Research SuperVision Project Sep 1, 2024 - Aug 31, 2027
The Next Generation Research SuperVision Project (RSVP) is a £4.6million, Research England funded project designed to transform the culture and practice of research supervision. Working with 20 Universities (UK and international) and global businesse... Read More about Next Generation Research SuperVision Project.

RaEng: Your Miniature Green House May 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026
This is a public engagement grant aimed at inspiring primary school children (aged 9-10) from underprivileged backgrounds to undertake a career in STEM subjects, particularly engineering. This is a collaborative project led by CSI (Silvia Tedesco), w... Read More about RaEng: Your Miniature Green House.

IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Bridging the gap between lab and clinical trials in wound healing biotechnology - a relationship building project Feb 3, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
Pilot project to build relationships with new Biotech company - Bright Biotech who are looking for academic partners to address the current gaps in wound-healing technologies. This starter project will monopolise on knowledge and skills within Salfor... Read More about IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Bridging the gap between lab and clinical trials in wound healing biotechnology - a relationship building project.

IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Decoding Kombucha: Transforming Gut Health Through Innovation Nov 11, 2024 - May 31, 2025
This project aims to transform the kombucha market in the North West of the UK by reverse engineering a healthy gut culture. This innovation will allow local production of bespoke healthy gut soft drinks, catering to major UK supermarket chains that... Read More about IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Decoding Kombucha: Transforming Gut Health Through Innovation.

IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Sustainable Alternatives for Hops in Brewing (SAHIB) Dec 2, 2024 - Jun 1, 2025
We aim to identify and develop alternative ingredients to identify botanical replacements for both the reduction of the use of hops in beer brewing, alongside improved flavour profiles, primarly targeting improved cost-efficiency and sustainability.... Read More about IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: Sustainable Alternatives for Hops in Brewing (SAHIB).

IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: HopCycle: Brewing a Greener Fu7ure Nov 1, 2024 - Apr 1, 2025
Currently, after dry hopping brewers dump the hops down the drain after they are done with them. This is common practice for craft brewers. For a mediun size brewery, involves about 20-40kg per tank (which is approx. £400-800 per tank). The hops that... Read More about IBIC Relationship Development Scheme: HopCycle: Brewing a Greener Fu7ure.

Dogs Trust: Masking the sound of fireworks. Part 1: sound design and study preparation Oct 1, 2024 - Feb 28, 2025
Previous research conducted by the University of Salford for the Dogs Trust found that low frequency of fireworks noise is associated with negative behavioural outcomes in dogs. Unwanted noise can be made less perceivable with a masking sound. Maskin... Read More about Dogs Trust: Masking the sound of fireworks. Part 1: sound design and study preparation.

Antonio Narino University: Internal Call 2024: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, INNOVATION Dec 5, 2024 - Jun 4, 2025

NEA Energy House 1 Heating System Optimisation Oct 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Tests will be performed at Energy Hosue 1 for National Energy Action measuring the impact of measures designed to reduce household space heating energy bills. Findings will be published as advice to householders and targeted at those in fuel poverty.