The results of the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) demonstrate unequivocally that Swansea University is fast achieving its ambition to be a world-class, research-led university.
A top innovation programme for Swansea University's brightest new researchers was held at the University's Department of Research and Innovation this month.
Professor Tariq Butt from Swansea University's School of Environment and Society has been awarded a grant of 400K€ (Euro), as part of a collaborative project to assess climate change effects on trees and their pests, both native and exotic.
Research investment is set to soar at Swansea University as it reaps the rewards of its success in the 2008 Research Assessment of all UK universities.
A project led by Professor Tariq Butt, who heads one of the leading insect mycopathology (insect pest control) teams in the UK at Swansea University, has developed a naturally occurring, sustainable alternative to pesticides.