The collaborative programmes that form part of the Edinburgh Research Partnership (ERP) in Engineering and Mathematics are managed through a series of Joint Research Institutes which cover Signal and Image Processing, Subsurface Science and Engineering, Energy, Integrated Systems (Precision Optical, Electronic and Miniature Systems), Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences. The Partnership involves 750 researchers in engineering and mathematics at Heriot-Watt and Edinburgh Universities. In addition to developing a shared research strategy and pooled resources, the ERP has established a joint postgraduate school providing high quality courses and training.

see also: actuarial, civil, edinburgh, electronic, engineering, environmental, erp, fibreoptic, laser, mathematics, mechanical, partnership, research, statistics

Research is cross-disciplinary, involving the integration of microwave electronics, microactuation, optoelectronics and microsystems packaging, and high-level design of microsystems. The three main research themes are: microsystems design and manufacturing, RF-MEMS and advanced microwave devices, and optoelectronic and Microsystems packaging.

see also: electronic, engineering, microengineering, research

Postgraduate teaching and research in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences is organised by our Graduate School. The School comprises nearly 200 research-active academic staff and research associates, working with around 600 postgraduate research students and students on advanced level courses. The School spans the boundaries between the traditionally distinct academic disciplines of: chemical engineering; chemistry; electrical, electronic and computer engineering; mechanical engineering; and physics. This diversity reflects the interdisciplinary nature of research and associated industries, taking full advantage of the interactions between science and engineering.

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The School of Engineering and Physical Sciences is built around the established subjects of chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical, electronic and computer engineering, chemistry and physics, and our courses are designed to meet the needs of students and their future employers, offering the highest degree of flexibility and choice within the wide range of topics available. The School enjoys an international reputation for its research and its close connection with the professional and industrial world of science, engineering and technology, reflecting the importance that the University attaches to the quality of its teaching, research and student support.

see also: chemical, chemistry, combined, computing, electronic, engineering, eps, mechanical, physics, school

Research ranges from physical simulation of the source of signals, through imaging and sensing techniques to the development of algorithms and their applications to real-world problems. Fundamental work includes: the study of non-linear processes, imaging science and new sensor development, probabilistically constrained estimation theory in several dimensions, coding, communication and information theory. SIP develops and applies whole system architectures, integrating sensor information for autonomous system operation. Applied research spans underwater systems, telecommunications, the leisure industries, avionics, surveillance, medical imaging, and robotics.

see also: electronic, engineering, image, processing, research, signal

SMI - the centre for excellence for advanced manufacturing solutions at Heriot-Watt University - is one of 16 IMRCs (Innovative Manufacturing Research Centres) established by EPSRC with additional financial support from Industry. Our mission is to support manufacturing innovation through research in technologies that underpin sustainable growth of high value-added manufacturing industries in Scotland and the rest of the UK, by exploiting a constructive engagement between academic researchers and industrial stakeholders. The SMI is based on three research themes: Digital Tools, Microsystems and Photonics.

see also: design, digital, electronic, engineering, imrc, institute, manufacturing, microsystems, photonics, research, scottish, smi

The School of Engineering and Physical Sciences embraces the subjects of Chemistry, Physics, Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering. The School offers undergraduate courses in all of these subjects individually and with a range of specialist options, as well as innovative interdisciplinary courses bringing together specialisations from different subjects. Full course details can be viewed here along with further information on flexible learning, student profiles and specific contact information.

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