The priorities of the Department's research efforts are:

• execution of internationally recognised world-class mathematical and statistical research resulting in - key publications and presentations;
• research training of graduate students who show the highest potential;
• research development and career progression of postdoctoral research workers;
• interaction with external groups both within academia and beyond;
• commercialising opportunities combining research and enterprise

Members of the Department collaborate with colleagues from a variety of disciplines at Bristol, including physics, social sciences, biology and medicine, as well as with external organisations, such as Hewlett Packard, QinetiQ, Unilever, Barclays Bank, the Government Communications Headquarters and National Air Traffic Services.