Centre for Research in Biosciences (CRIB)

The Centre for Research in Biosciences (CRIB) at UWE Bristol is a dynamic hub of scientific exploration dedicated to advancing our understanding of the living world for the benefit of society.

Situated at the forefront of modern bioscience research, this Centre brings together a diverse community of scholars, scientists, and students, all driven by a shared passion for unravelling the mysteries of life. With a multidisciplinary approach, the Centre tackles a wide array of topics, from molecular genetics to ecological systems, and applies this knowledge to address pressing global challenges such as sustainable agriculture, healthcare innovations, and environmental conservation. By fostering collaboration and innovation, CRIB is instrumental in shaping the future of bioscience and its profound impact on society.

The Centre has a broad bioscience research remit which is reflected in its four major thematic research clusters:

Human Health and Disease
Biosensing, Analytical and Forensics
Environment, Ecology and Conservation
Agri Food and Water

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Congratulations to (L-R): Dr. James Robson, Dr. Lili Ordonez, Dr. Piers Townsend and Dr. Liana Gynn. Four academic members of the Centre for Research in Biosciences have been awarded the Vice Chancellor Early Career Research (VCECR) award. Dr. James Robson‘s project is entitled “Investigating tumour associated microbial communities and their virulence genes in colonoscopy polyp … Continue reading "CRIB academics receive Early Career Research awards"

CRIB academics receive Early Career Research awards
The 88th GASG meeting was held on Thursday 20th June 2024 at The Mansion Hose, Bletchley Park. CRIB researchers were in attendance at the 88th meeting of the Gas Analysis and Sensing Group (GASG) which was held at Bletchley Park, home to Britain’s wartime code breaking endeavours. Prof. Norman Ratcliffe was on the organising committee … Continue reading "The Gas Analysis and Sensing Group hold Annual Meeting at Bletchley Park"

The Gas Analysis and Sensing Group hold Annual Meeting at Bletchley Park
Prof. John Hancock, Dr. Tim Craig and Ros Rouse discuss the impact that the pandemic has had on animals around the world While the COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact on humanity across the globe, less consideration was given to its impact on animal populations. Prof. John Hancock (Professor of Cell Signalling), and Dr. … Continue reading "New book explores the impact of the COVID pandemic on animals"

New book explores the impact of the COVID pandemic on animals
Picture: Tsz Yan Joyce Chan and Dr. Kevin Honeychurch Dr. Kevin Honeychurch, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry and member of the Centre for Research in Biosciences and his student Tsz Yan Joyce Chan have published a novel method for measuring Levimasole adulteration in cocaine Levamisole is a drug that was previously approved for the treatment … Continue reading "New method for detecting ‘flesh-eating’ contaminants in illegal drugs developed by CRIB researchers"

New method for detecting ‘flesh-eating’ contaminants in illegal drugs developed by CRIB researchers
Dr. Tim Craig, Associate Professor of Neuroscience in the Centre for Research in Biosciences is studying the potentially beneficial effects of mushrooms in combatting neurodegeneration Neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease are rapidly increasing in prevalence. This is partly due an ageing population in the UK, but also potentially due to several different … Continue reading "CRIB neuroscientist collaborates with Bristol Fungarium to identify new treatments for dementia"

CRIB neuroscientist collaborates with Bristol Fungarium to identify new treatments for dementia
Picture: Dr. Jason Mansell holding an orthopaedic implant. Research led by Dr. Jason Mansell, Associate Professor of Hard Tissue Biology at the Centre for Research in Biosciences will investigate novel antibacterial titanium surface coatings to help combat the continuing problem of staphylococcal infection in joint replacements Total Joint Replacement (TJR) is the replacement of joints … Continue reading "CRIB research explores a new approach to reducing orthopaedic implant infection"

CRIB research explores a new approach to reducing orthopaedic implant infection
Picture: Dr Carrie Brady, Senior Lecturer in Genomics, UWE Bristol Dr Brady’s four-year research programme will focus on the role of bacterial quorum sensing in acute oak decline Congratulations to Dr Carrie Brady, Senior Lecturer in Genomics and member of the Centre for Research in Biosciences, who has been awarded a BBSRC New Investigator grant … Continue reading "Dr Carrie Brady receives BBSRC New Investigator award"

Dr Carrie Brady receives BBSRC New Investigator award