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Museum exhibit showcases º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ's excellence in ergonomics & human factors

A museum exhibit developed in collaboration with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is showcasing how ergonomics helps human development – from securing Olympic gold medals for Team GB to helping navigate rail stations and delivering progress to latest cancer treatments.
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Professor Dame Angela McLean visits º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to share insights as a Government Chief Scientific Adviser

Professor Dame Angela McLean DBE FRS, the Government Chief Scientific Adviser and Honorary Distinguished Professor at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, gave a public lecture to staff, students, and members of the public at the East Midlands campus earlier this month.

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Expert explainer: Why identifying lifestyle changes and treatments that reduce dementia risk is complicated

Studies that find a reduction in dementia risk through lifestyle changes and treatments are frequently reported in the news.
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New discovery fundamentally changes the way we understand Charles Darwin’s most beloved plant – the sundew

A new study has found a symbiotic relationship that has evolved between Darwin’s favourite carnivorous plant and a specific type of fungus which lives inside it and helps it digest its prey.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to play key role in new £21.9m quantum technology hub

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers are to play a key role in a new £21.9m government-funded quantum technology hub.

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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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Doping in sport – what’s 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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Emergent Photonics Research Centre opens at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has launched a new research centre dedicated to revolutionising science and technology through photonics – the study of lasers and light waves.
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How did TV’s Gregg Wallace lose 5 stone?

TV celebrity Gregg Wallace MBE has revealed how he lost a whopping 5 stone during an incredible weight loss transformation.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research community breaks its Pint of Science record

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s research community recorded the third largest Pint of Science event in the UK, with 55 doctoral researchers and staff delivering 21 events, 53 talks and two panel discussions in a variety of public spaces in º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ town on 13-15 May.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ developing breath test to predict health in older people

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research is underway to develop a breath test to predict when health and physical function is at risk of declining in older people.
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New hope for cold cases due to breakthrough in forensic fingerprint research

Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking method capable of detecting drug substances from fingerprints lifted from crime scenes, which could provide fresh insights into unsolved cases.
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Pint of Science º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ brings the stars behind the latest research to a venue near you

The international science outreach festival Pint of Science returns to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ as the University’s research community make their way from labs and offices to local cafés, restaurants and pubs to share their research stories.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers bringing science to life at Cheltenham Science Festival

Researchers from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ are bringing the science of healthy eating and exercise to life at this year’s Cheltenham Science Festival.

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Dr Mats Vermeeren awarded prestigious EPSRC Fellowship

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Dr Mats Vermeeren has been awarded an EPSRC Fellowship to continue his research into dynamical systems.
Smart robotics, dissembling and remanufacturing medical devices

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hosts upcoming Manufacturing and Trade Conference

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is hosting the East Midlands Chamber’s Manufacturing and Trade Conference on Tuesday 26 March.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ expands access to AI and data science programmes with half a million pounds funding boost

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has been awarded almost £0.5 million to support students looking to retrain or upskill in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science, which will address a shortage of specialists in the UK, whilst also improving diversity in the sector.

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University research and innovation feature among finalists of Leicestershire Innovation Awards 2024

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has seven finalists across seven categories in the Leicestershire Innovation Awards 2024.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s world-first lead-acid battery-electrolyser nominated in all three Academic Excellence categories of the 2024 Hydrogen Awards

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s world-first lead-acid battery-electrolyser has three nominations in the 2024 Hydrogen Awards which celebrate outstanding international achievements related to hydrogen adoption, implementation, and forward-thinking across various industries and sectors.
Pictured from the left is Professor Dan Parsons, Professor Mark Lewis, Professor Lucy Chappell, Professor Nick Jennings and Professor Amanda Daley

Chief Scientific Adviser visits University

Professor Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser for the UK Department of Health and Social Care has spoken of the potential impact of research across the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, following a recent visit to the campus.
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Henry Royce Institute Sandpit Competition win for Green Hydrogen doctoral researcher

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ doctoral researcher Esther Mgbemeje was part of the winning team in the Henry Royce Institute PhD Student Research Sandpit 2023.
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Experts in Sport: Optimising athletic performance – lessons from the animal kingdom

When considering the optimisation of athletes’ endurance capacity within sport, many wouldn’t think to call upon the animal kingdom for answers.

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Expert comment: AI Safety Summit - why it's important and what can be expected

For the next two days, leaders, tech executives, and experts - including Elon Musk, will gather at Bletchley Park for the AI Safety Summit 2023.
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Labour’s plan to focus on early maths is solid – gaps in achievement start even before primary school

Politicians in the UK have maths on the mind. The Conservatives intend to extend compulsory maths education for young people until 18.
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Scientists explain unique formation of ancient algae that evolved photosynthesis and oxygenated our planet

Scientists have for the first time revealed how blue-green algae – visible as the slippery ‘green slime’ in stagnant water, riverbeds, and seashores – weaves itself into large web-like structures.