Centre for Appearance Research (CAR)

The world’s largest research group focusing on the role of appearance and body image in people’s lives.

We are a centre of excellence for psychological and interdisciplinary, patient-centred research in appearance, disfigurement, body image and related studies.

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About

Find out how our research transforms lives.

Research themes

Discover our themes, projects, publications and PhD research.

Members

Details of our centre's members, visiting academics, staff and PhD students.

Collaborations

Our partnerships support the needs of many individuals.

Resources

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FAQs

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News and events

Attend our Appearance Matters Conference and much more.

Contacts

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