Software and hardware infrastructure for omics technologies
Research lead: Dr Umer Ijaz
Research theme: Healthcare Technologies
Research at the James Watt School of Engineering is advancing global health, environmental sustainability, and industry practices through pioneering work in bioinformatics and integrative omics.
This collaborative effort has shaped international policy and clinical guidelines (including WHO and European Parliament reports), enabled novel treatments for Crohn’s disease, and supported sustainable aquaculture and agriculture.
Widely adopted software tools and a dedicated high-performance computing facility have empowered researchers worldwide, trained over 200 students and early-career scientists, and strengthened international collaboration. These achievements demonstrate the University of Glasgow’s commitment to delivering impactful research that improves public health, informs policy, drives innovation, and fosters global knowledge exchange.
Our Research Impact
Research in bioinformatics and integrative omics at the James Watt School of Engineering is shaping policy, advancing treatments, supporting sustainability, and driving global collaboration through impactful innovation.