Research

World-class research is one of Harris Manchester's core objectives. Our fellows conduct research across a range of disciplines, much of it of an interdisciplinary nature; we're also proud to be home to two leading research centres.

Books by fellows laid out in rows

Our research centres

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Wellbeing Research Centre

An interdisciplinary research group focused on the empirical study of wellbeing.

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Commercial Law Centre

Carries out research in all aspects of national, international, transnational, and comparative law, relating to commerce and finance.

Latest research news

Hana Navratilova in a workshop inspecting an archaeological relic

Harris Manchester Fellow co-authors “cultural biography” of pyramid

Kate McLoughlin next to library sign with words "Silence Please"

Professor Kate McLoughlin elected Fellow of Royal Historical Society

Aerial view of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in construction

Dr Janina Ramirez unveils major new project for George Lucas museum

Jay Mok with mountain range in the background

New book co-edited by Harris Manchester student published

The Ára installation at the Schwarzman Centre (image credit: Fisher Studios)

Fellow’s research leads to collaboration with Sigur Rós

Professor Rob Klassen

Fellow secures major ERC grant for teacher recruitment research

Professor Joshua Hordern holding book

Professor Joshua Hordern co-edits new book exploring role of the Church of England

Prof Emilio Martínez-Pañeda at awards ceremony

Fellow is youngest-ever recipient of national engineering award