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Experts in Sport: Sustainability and climate change

In the latest Experts in Sport podcast, guests Dr Maddy Orr and Dr Russell Seymour, provide an informative discussion on sport, climate change and sustainability.

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Lightning stars selected for Vitality Roses 2022-23 Programme

Six º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning players have been included in the latest 24-strong England Netball programme.

Irish Ambassador to the US welcomed to Texas exhibition about James Joyce’s Ulysses

The Irish Ambassador to the United States has commended an exhibition which highlights the vital role the women in James Joyce’s life had in his masterwork, Ulysses.

Using Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities

A new study led by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust will use Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student secures dream NFL move

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia

Researchers at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have reached an agreement to work closely with colleagues from both the University of Sydney and the University of Queensland.

Royal Society honour for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Vice-Chancellor

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ appoints new Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is delighted to announce that Professor Dan Parsons has been appointed as Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation.
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Celebrate our music and arts scholarship students at upcoming lunchtime concert

A special lunchtime concert will take place on Wednesday (11 May) that will showcase the incredible talent of this year’s LU Arts music and art scholarship students.

Abolishing legal sex and gender statuses – new report examines the pros and cons

A new report has set out the challenges and consequences associated with abolishing legal sex and gender statuses.

Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to visit º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ as full England route revealed

The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is confirmed to visit º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ during its final journey through England this summer, as the full route is revealed.
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Institute of Advanced Studies launches first Festival of Ideas - Transitions

The Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) welcomes international IAS Fellows, visiting scholars, artists and the local community for two weeks of events during its first Festival of Ideas, Transitions, taking place 16-27 May.

Menopause: HRT’s brain-protecting effect may be overstated

Many women expect hot flushes, dry skin and night sweats when they reach the menopause. But the effect the menopause can have on the brain is rarely mentioned. This is something a recent Channel 4 documentary presented by Davina McCall explored.

New research finds 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year

New research published today shows that 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year.

REF 2021: Over 90% of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’

The results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), published today (12 May), show that 91% of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research is now ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’.
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ParalympicsGB star Young set to light up º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International

Paralympic Games gold-medallist Thomas Young has confirmed his place at this year’s º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 22 May 2022.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student’s work features in art exhibition in Germany

Lulu Ao, a PhD student in the School of Design and Creative Arts, has just finished a run at the exhibition ‘Beyond Language’, in Tübingen, Germany.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has made history by winning the inaugural Women’s Premier League title.

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Family fun day led by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Union to take place this weekend

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Union (LSU) is delighted to once again be holding its Community Fun Day on Sunday 15 May, from 12pm-4pm.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research to feature in the 2022 British Academy Summer Showcase

Research by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will feature in this year’s British Academy Summer Showcase, an event designed to celebrate the work of Academy-funded researchers from around the world.
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Lightning’s Six Nations heroes set for Franklin's Gardens clash

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning will welcome back its victorious Women’s Six Nations players for Saturday’s landmark clash versus Harlequins Women at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens.

Low-income families face cost of living crisis without the government support they had in the pandemic

Families faced with uncertainties about how they can make ends meet with soaring living costs are not getting the kind of backup from the government that helped them survive the pandemic, a study has found.
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More maths testing could be good for primary schoolchildren – if done in the right way

Recently published UK government plans proposed that by 2030, 90% of children leaving primary school in England should reach the expected standards in reading, writing and maths, compared with 65% in 2019.
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Mapping India’s creative industries to identify new collaborative opportunities

Bollywood, handicrafts, textiles, and festivals… creative industries are a massive part of the Indian economy, yet the potential for collaboration in this area is not necessarily appreciated by the rest of the world.
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Photos of wartime Europe still shape views of conflict – here’s how we’re trying to right the record

A war in Europe instantly creates parallels with the world wars for people in the UK and other European countries. This connection represents what most people know and are taught about conflict on the continent. The media coverage and response to the war in Ukraine have also invoked familiar images of the second world war, in particular those of bombed buildings, armed soldiers and civilians, and children clinging to their parents.