Research

Inspiring the next generation

Human Computer Interaction scientists at Lancaster University have worked with researchers in Glasgow to inspire the next generation of plant scientists with educational resources that transform existing plant science curriculum into an engaging and interactive subject for classroom learning.

Innovation in adult social care

Academics from Lancaster University Management School have launched a new app, designed to improve innovation across the adult social care sector. The aim of the app is to provide a safe space for practitioners to share knowledge and access vital information and help. The Learning for Adult Social Care Practice Innovation and Skills (LAPIS) project hopes to unite healthcare professionals.

Outreach and engagement

The Lancaster Award

Developed in partnership with employers, The Lancaster Award recognises students for taking part in extra-curricular activities to acquire new skills valued by employers that enhances their future job prospects.

Campus in the City

Campus in the City is a three-day festival that took place in April 2024 across various locations in Lancaster and Morecambe showcasing Lancaster University research projects to the local community and families. The festival aims to inspire children by demonstrating research ideas through games and challenges.

Morecambe Bay Curriculum

A community-curated, place-based approach to learning about sustainability - encouraging and empowering children and young people to become the change-makers and innovators our planet needs. As part of the Morecambe Bay Curriculum, new teaching resources were launched, co-designed by more than 40 teachers and researchers. The new resources merge cutting edge research with best practice teaching, to embed sustainability and place in curriculum teaching in primary and secondary schools and FE Colleges. Our Library also has a Morecambe Bay Curriculum Collection of fiction and non-fiction books for early years and primary aged children focused on the themes of sustainability and the environment. The collection is available to community members of the Library, and a book box scheme is available to local schools.