Our research affects the world in many ways. See how we're making an impact on society here. Policy for Improved Air Quality Research provides the scientific evidence base to improve air quality measurement standards and drive policy action on air pollution. Reducing Cardiovascular Damage from Dialysis Research has opened up the possibility of new therapies that use complement-control protein factor H (FH) to prevent damage to human cells. Heat Storage Technology Research has solved long-standing stability issues associated with phase-change materials based on salt hydrates, enabling the commercialisation of the world’s first residential heat batteries. Advanced Chemical Analysis of Dyes in Historical Textiles For over 20 years, Professor Alison Hulme has collaborated with partners in heritage institutions in the UK and worldwide to bring cutting-edge analytical chemistry insight to the study of historic dyes, enhancing the conservation and interpretation of valuable artefacts. This article was published on 2023-08-25