Research within the School of Engineering and Built Environment
Explore the School of Engineering and Built Environment’s vibrant research activity, where innovation and real-world impact are at the heart of everything we do.
Together, our research brings expertise, creativity and practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing society today.
Leading collaboration across LJMU’s research centres
The Global Centre for Maritime Innovation (GCMI) brings together LJMU’s maritime research, education, and industry engagement to support the needs of a complex, modern maritime sector.
Through its three pillars—research, knowledge exchange, and education—GCMI connects expertise across disciplines to drive innovation and real-world impact.
Our research centres
Built Environment and Sustainable Technologies (BEST)
Delivers impactful, multidisciplinary research in sustainable construction and technologies for a low-carbon future.
General Engineering Research Institute (GERI)
Drives multidisciplinary engineering innovation, tackling real-world challenges through applied research and collaboration.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Advances globally recognised, multidisciplinary research in marine, offshore, and logistics systems, improving safety, efficiency, and performance.
Liverpool Logistics, Offshore and Marine Research Institute (LOOM)
Conducts high-impact, industry research across electronics, control systems, and communications, aimed at enhancing security and everyday life.