Introduction to the Cranfield Water Science Institute

Cranfield Water Science Institute is recognised internationally for its research, education, training and consultancy.  The management of the hydrological cycle from source to tap is an environmental priority for both affluent and developing nations. Cranfield offers internationally leading expertise on water and sanitation, water policy and governance, modeling, water and wastewater technology and risk management for the water sector.  Most of our research is applied and industry focussed, helping to solve real problems for a diverse range of companies, government agencies and NGOs, both in the UK and overseas. We have a large community of post-doctoral staff and researchers, making it the UK’s largest water-focused postgraduate group. The high quality of our research was reflected in the latest Research Assessment Exercise, explaining why we are one of the UK’s top five research intensive universities. Our funding comes from the Research Councils, government agencies, consultancies, charities, the European Commission and industry, notably the water utilities.