Materials, Design and Manufacturing Eng
Summary
Our research pushes boundaries, solves problems and improves lives.
The University of Liverpool is a leading Russell Group research institution, with a strong community of globally recognised academics. Our engineering research strength was recognised in the latest Research Excellence Framework 2021, where we were rated 6th in the UK for outstanding impact.
Our Department's research spans all scales, from atomic-level control of materials development and surface deposition to the large-scale production of components. Our expertise in human-centred design methodologies ensures that our research delivers lasting value and meets real end-user needs. We have successfully supported the spin-out of several high-profile companies across the biomedical, materials, and manufacturing disciplines, and we use this expertise to nurture the next generation of high-impact research.
Through strategic partnerships with the Digital Innovation Facility, Virtual Engineering Centre, the Materials Innovation Factory, and the Albert Crewe Centre for Electron Microscopy, we deliver socially responsible impact on a global scale.
Improving the management of glaucoma
Our biomechanical engineers are advancing glaucoma research.
Developing advanced additive manufacturing technology
We are developing additive manufacturing technology to improve orthopaedic and spinal implants.
Reducing industrial development times in nuclear and aerospace sectors
Our structural mechanics researchers are using virtual engineering technology to reduce development times.
Improving the treatment of retinal detachment
A multidisiplinary team have developed novel silicone oil tamponades to improve the treatment of retinal detachments.
Unlocking manufacturing competitiveness for UK industry
Unlocking manufacturing competitiveness through cutting-edge digital engineering.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 Good Health and Well Being
- 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- 4 Quality Education
- 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
Research Areas
Department contact
- +44 (0)151 794 4859
- University of Liverpool, Department of Materials, Design and Manufacturing Engineering, The Quadrangle Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 3GH, United Kingdom