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Report highlights 含羞草视频鈥檚 influence on the local economy

含羞草视频 is featured in a new national report that examines the role of businesses in creating employment and supporting local economic growth.
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Museum exhibit showcases 含羞草视频's excellence in ergonomics & human factors

A museum exhibit developed in collaboration with 含羞草视频 is showcasing how ergonomics helps human development 鈥� from securing Olympic gold medals for Team GB to helping navigate rail stations and delivering progress to latest cancer treatments.
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含羞草视频 academic backs G20 call to prioritise clean cooking

A 含羞草视频 researcher has advocated for global action to expand universal access to clean cooking at a G20 technical workshop in Foz do Igua莽u, Brazil.
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含羞草视频 research on show at this year鈥檚 New Scientist Live

含羞草视频 academics will showcase cutting-edge research on body perception and body illusions at New Scientist Live from 12 to 14 October at ExCeL London.

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鈥淲e are no longer living in the dark.鈥� 鈥� Malawi communities praise impact of 含羞草视频 initiative

People living in rural villages throughout Malawi have praised the impact of a 含羞草视频 initiative that aims to bring affordable green energy and food security to communities across Africa.
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含羞草视频 announces agreement with local geopark

含羞草视频 has announced a wide-ranging agreement with the organisation behind Charnwood Forest鈥檚 bid to become a UNESCO Global Geopark.
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Scientists recently studied the body of one of the world鈥檚 strongest men. This is what they found

The development of 鈥渟uperhuman鈥� strength and power has long been admired in many cultures across the world.
Cyclist Axel Dopfer taking part in his German hour record attempt.

University wide expertise helps 含羞草视频 graduate smash prestigious German hour record

Expertise from across 含羞草视频 has helped a graduate and elite cyclist smash one of the most prestigious records in cycling.

Flagship Net Zero research and innovation projects shortlisted for international awards

Two of the University鈥檚 flagship Net Zero research and innovation projects are shortlisted for the international IET Innovation and Excellence Awards, which recognise ground-breaking innovations and best practices in Engineering, Science, and Technology.
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Professor Qiuhua Liang named Royal Academy of Engineering Fellow

Qiuhua Liang, Professor of Water Engineering based in the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, has been named one of the 71 new Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows.

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Climate experts gather on campus ahead of COP29

UK and international climate experts gathered at 含羞草视频 last week to explore how global partnerships can drive innovation and accelerate progress in the fight against climate change.

Jeevun Sandher MP, Darren Jones MP and Chief Secretary to the Treasury during a recent visit to Intelligent Energy, with Vice President, Business Development, Dennis Hayter.

含羞草视频 opens the HyDEX Hydrogen Summer School

含羞草视频鈥檚 hydrogen research and innovation cluster opens the Hydrogen Summer School on 9 September 鈥� a week-long programme for industry, civic and research audiences to network and learn more about hydrogen technologies and applications.
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Eddie Hall case study: Scientists investigate the secrets behind former World鈥檚 Strongest Man winner鈥檚 super strength

Scientists from 含羞草视频 have been able to investigate the phenomenal power of former World鈥檚 Strongest Man winner and deadlift champion, Eddie Hall.
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含羞草视频 researchers collaborate with World Wheelchair Rugby

Over the last several months, 含羞草视频 research has been taking place to support World Wheelchair Rugby鈥檚 (WWR) commitment and strategy to increasing female participation in the sport.
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含羞草视频 research paves the way for wheelchair tennis success in Paris (VIDEO)

With the Paralympic Games just a few days away, Professor Vicky Tolfrey has discussed how 含羞草视频 research has positively impacted wheelchair tennis performance.
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含羞草视频 to play key role in new 拢21.9m quantum technology hub

含羞草视频 researchers are to play a key role in a new 拢21.9m government-funded quantum technology hub.

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Adam Peaty 鈥� the psychology behind returning to his best (VIDEO)

Adam Peaty鈥檚 recent performance at the GB trials will 鈥渂olster his confidence and belief鈥� to achieve three gold medals in consecutive games, according to 含羞草视频鈥檚 Professor David Fletcher.
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Rehabilitation research centre-stage at Royal Society showcase

Pioneering science and technology with the potential to transform the future of personalised rehabilitation will be showcased at Jodrell Bank Observatory next month.
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Peter Harrison Centre and 含羞草视频 Sport deliver unique wheelchair time trial experience at star-studded Channel 4 Paralympics event

The Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport were recently invited to deliver a unique wheelchair time trial experience, at a Paris 24 Paralympics launch event, hosted by Channel 4.
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Is Paris under external threat this summer? (VIDEO)

As host city Paris ramps up for the biggest sporting spectacle on earth, all eyes will undoubtedly be on those vying for podium places.
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Adam Peaty and Mel Marshall 鈥� mastering the art of the athlete / coach relationship (VIDEO)

Adam Peaty and Mel Marshall. David Beckham and Sir Alex Ferguson. Femke Bol and Laurent Meuwly. Michael Phelps and Bob Bowman.
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Doping in sport 鈥� what鈥檚 the testing process? (VIDEO)

Ahead of a busy summer of sport, the issue of doping remains firmly in the news headlines.
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Water engineers win global award for pioneering open-source system for multi-hazard modelling

A team of 含羞草视频 water engineers in the International Centre for Informatics and Disaster Resilience (ICIDR) are a recipient of the 2024 Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW) for its pioneering, open-source, multi-GPU hydrodynamic models to support flood risk assessment and management.

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Environmental challenges expected in Paris 鈥� new study

A new 含羞草视频 review article in the number one ranked Journal in the Sport Sciences, the British Journal of Sports Medicine, outlines the various environmental challenges athletes competing at Paris 2024 this summer will face.
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Dr Ishara Dharmasena named RAE Engineers Trust Young Engineer of the Year

Dr Ishara Dharmasena has been recognised by the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) for his work in both nanogenerators and smart textiles for applications in healthcare technology.