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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ extends its partnership with premium sportswear brand Kukri

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is thrilled to announce a multi-year contract extension with premium sportswear brand Kukri.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Professor elected to Member of the European Academy

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Professor John Downey has been awarded a prestigious Membership at a European level – by the Academia Europaea.

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Are you a Bake Off fan? Here’s your chance to meet 2018 winner alumnus Rahul Mandal!

Winner of The Great British Bake Off 2018, Rahul Mandal baked his way to glory with a series of spectacular creations on the popular TV show. He has since had a regular column in The Times, and has now published his first book, Showstopping Cakes.
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Triumph Motorcycles Ltd expands opportunities for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students through generous philanthropic donation

The largest UK-owned motorcycle manufacturing company has provided philanthropic funding to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to support its students.

Standing against child trafficking in sport – º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ legal expert addresses the UN

Not properly understanding of the role of football agents could leave young players open to exploitation, according to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ expert Dr Serhat Yilmaz.
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Fantastic fungi: Harnessing the magic of mycelium to create striking sculptures

You may or may not enjoy eating mushrooms, but how do you feel about having a vase grown by and made of fungi in your home?
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Next IAS Annual Theme ‘Breathe’ to be formally launched at upcoming event

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Institution of Advanced Studies (IAS) Annual Theme for 2022-23.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ marks Black History Month

The University and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Union are celebrating Black History Month throughout October with a range of events and initiatives.

Fusion of research and innovation sees º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ excel in latest Knowledge Exchange Framework

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s success in working with business and commercialising its research has been underlined in the second iteration of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).
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Dunelm supports carers, care-leavers and estranged students with university starter-packs

The homeware company is providing support for a fourth year, helping º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students settle into their new home.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ trio nominated for prestigious sport management award

Three º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ nominees were among the finalists for the prestigious New Researcher Award at the European Association of Sport Management conference.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ strengthens partnerships with Ukrainian networks and universities

Building on the memoranda of agreement signed with two Ukrainian universities in July, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has now signed an agreement with the Ukrainian Global University (UGU).

Covid response sees º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ shortlisted for higher education’s most sought-after award

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education University of the Year award for its response to the Covid-19 crisis.
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LU Arts announces exciting National Theatre Live screenings

The new academic year brings a new National Theatre Live programme to the Cope Auditorium.

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University appoints its first-ever Special Envoys for India to develop new relationships and build partnerships

The University is delighted to announce it has appointed two Special Envoys for India.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London welcomes IMG’s Seven League to its Talent+ programme

Seven League, the digital sports arm of IMG, a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media, was today announced as the latest organisation to partner with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London’s innovative Talent+ scheme.

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Wilby crowned European champion as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes impress in Rome

James Wilby’s incredible sporting summer continued in style as he claimed 200m breaststroke gold at the European Aquatics Championships in Rome.

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The Access Group supports º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ graduates by displaying artwork at headquarters

The Access Group has recently selected a range of graduate artwork from the University’s Design, Creative Arts and Architecture Degree Show.

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Top six finish for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ in 2022 Commonwealth Games medal table

If º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ was a country it would have finished sixth in the overall 2022 Commonwealth Games medal table – ahead of South Africa, Jamaica, and Nigeria.

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Double silver for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ on final day of Commonwealth action

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked athletes have won another two silver medals on the final day of action at the Commonwealth Games.

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England Men land hockey bronze

England Men’s hockey team landed a third consecutive Commonwealth Games bronze medal after defeating South Africa 6-3 in Birmingham.

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Revolutionising rehabilitation: Discussing a new £100m transformational centre and why people are looking to axolotls for answers…

Around the world, an estimated 2.4 billion people are currently living with a health condition that benefits from rehabilitation, and the need for such services and interventions is predicted to increase globally, says the World Health Organisation.

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Alumna Dobbin wins bronze in dramatic Women’s 4x400m Relay finish

Alumna Beth Dobbin claimed a dramatic bronze medal with Team Scotland in the Women’s 4x400m Relay after England’s disqualification at Alexander Stadium.

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England Women win glorious hockey gold

England Women’s hockey side won a first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal after defeating Australia 2-1 in Birmingham.

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Hat-trick of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ medals secured on penultimate morning

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked athletes claimed another three medals on the penultimate morning of sporting action at the Commonwealth Games.