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  1. Galaxy formation and evolution

    The Galaxy Formation and Evolution Research Group looks at population studies of dwarf galaxies up to the most massive clusters of galaxies, supermassive black holes and detailed modelling of the internal structure of galaxies. Discover more about our expertise, who we work with and meet the researchers.

  2. Computational and theoretical galaxy formation

    The computational and theoretical galaxy formation group within the Astrophysics Research Institute uses state-of-the-art simulations on supercomputing facilities. Find out more about our research.

  3. Star formation and evolution and stellar populations

    By studying the gas and stars that shape the Milky Way as well as other galaxies in the local Universe, we can understand the life cycles of stars like our Sun, unravel the chemical enrichment history of the universe, and probe the existence of black holes across a wide mass spectrum.

  4. Children and youth

    Children and Youth research strand within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion.

  5. Artivism

    Artivism encapsulates artist practices that address social and political issues. Find out more about this research group.

  6. STOP-SV

    Find out more about the STOP-SV project.

  7. About the Artivism Research Group

    Based within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion, Artivism seeks to explore new models of collaborative work between researchers, artists, curators, campaign groups and charities.

  8. Reimagining the Veteran: Pedagogy, Policy and Arts

    Reimagining the Veteran is one of the strands within the Artivism Research Group. It aims to bring together academics, the arts, policymakers and advocates with veteran communities. Find out more about this project and watch the interviews.

  9. Serious Games

    Serious Games is one of the strands of the Artivism Research Group. A major project of the Group is the board game - Probationary: The Game of Live on Licence. This art piece explores the lived experience of being on probation.