Research Centres and Institutes

The School of Environmental Sciences provides a focus for national and international research collaboration.

Through its research centres, which work in association with organisations such as the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), and influence environmental opinion and policy the School of Environmental Sciences fosters a global approach to research.

Conducting research that has an impact on society is an ethos enshrined in our strategic priorities and we specialise in societally relevant research. We drive our Interdisciplinary and Impact Agenda by (co-) leading University Centres and Institutes bringing together researchers from across disciplines and the world.

Liverpool Institute for Sustainable Coasts and Oceans

Liverpool Institute for Sustainable Coasts and Oceans

LISCO combines the coastal, marine and maritime expertise of Liverpool John Moores University, the National Oceanography Centre and the University of Liverpool.

Planning Research Institute

Planning Research Institute

The Planning Research Institute is a leading, UK-based centre in all aspects of urban and environmental planning. At PRI our goal is to support the development of sustainable, resilient and just towns and cities.

The Changing Streams Research Centre

Changing Streams Research Centre

The Changing Streams Research centre addresses some of the most pressing environmental and sustainability questions

Environmental Assessment and Management Research Centre

Environmental Assessment and Management (EAM) is a key area of research and teaching in the School of Environmental Sciences. Associated activities are carried out through the EAM Research Centre.

The Centre for Health, Medical and Environmental Humanities

The Liverpool Centre for Health, Art, Society and Environment (CHASE) aims to create an interdisciplinary space beyond departmental settings to enhance collaborative research and to foster critical inquiry, dialogue and creativity.

Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place

The Heseltine Institute brings together academic expertise from across the University with policy-makers and practitioners to support the development of sustainable and inclusive cities and city regions.
Researchers at the NOC Liverpool

National Oceanography Centre

Through ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game changing innovation we will empower everyone to help them thrive. Our fate on this planet is bound up in our ocean and there is so much exciting power to harness in its depths.