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We have five key themes in our approach to research: we sustain our core academic disciplines, develop our multidisciplinary research, support and nurture our research talent, build exceptional partnerships, and create impact, in the UK and across the world.

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Sustain world class core academic disciplines

Imperial’s research is world leading, and our success originates in the strength of our core academic disciplines.

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We draw upon the strength and depth of our knowledge within our core disciplines to foster multidisciplinary working.

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People are the key to Imperial’s success. We attract the best talent and offer opportunities and support to our community at all levels of academic pursuit.

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