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2026
21
May
2026
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16:20
Europe/London
At a time when UK politics is looking unsettled, the Faculty of Humanities recently hosted a special event with political scientist, Professor Rob Ford - looking back at the General Election of 2024 – the focus of the latest edition of an …
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21
May
2026
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11:02
Europe/London
Creative were delighted to welcome internationally renowned composer, producer and creative technologist Andrew Melchior to The University of ’s School of Arts, Languages and Cultures for a two-day …
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19
May
2026
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11:43
Europe/London
Thousands of holes are appearing in the Pennine hills, as part of efforts to improve carbon storage by restoring damaged peatland.
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19
May
2026
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11:27
Europe/London
A major French policy designed to make hotel prices more competitive online may not have worked as intended, but it did unlock cheaper deals for customers booking directly with hotels.
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19
May
2026
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09:47
Europe/London
Strong relationships with school staff and a sense of belonging at school can protect teenagers’ mental wellbeing and help reduce absences, according to new findings from The University of ’s #BeeWell programme. The large-scale study …
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An academic from The University of has been shortlisted for one of Britain’s most prestigious awards for political writing after publishing a deeply personal account of his experiences of hidden homelessness as a teenager.
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12
May
2026
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14:47
Europe/London
Countries that are better prepared for climate change are becoming more attractive to international students while more vulnerable nations are losing their appeal, according to a major new global study involving researchers from The University of …
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12
May
2026
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11:46
Europe/London
A major study by researchers at The University of has found that transforming a neglected park in West Gorton led to lasting increases in walking, social interaction and time spent outdoors.
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06
May
2026
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17:09
Europe/London
A new book by The University of ’s Dr Alex Baratta has revealed how deeply ingrained accent prejudice remains in British society - from classrooms to job interviews - and why it’s time to challenge it.
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06
May
2026
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12:27
Europe/London
The University of is set to welcome internationally renowned journalist, author and broadcaster Karen Hao for a major public lecture on Thursday 28 May, offering a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the world’s leading voices …
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05
May
2026
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11:47
Europe/London
The University of is proud to announce that Professor Cecilia Wong has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), one of the highest accolades in the global planning profession.
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01
May
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
Researchers from The University of are calling for urgent changes to how children and young people are asked to take part in research, warning that current consent systems often fail to reflect their voices, experiences and rights.
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30
April
2026
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11:37
Europe/London
Held at the Alliance Business School on Thursday 16 April, this dynamic event brought together researchers, creative practitioners and industry stakeholders to map the co-creation landscape across the creative industries.The symposium …
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30
April
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
Researchers from The University of have worked directly with teenage girls to uncover what they believe could help turn the tide on rising rates of anxiety and low mood.
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27
April
2026
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13:40
Europe/London
The Urban Ageing Research Group (MUARG) at The University of has been recognised with a Team Achievement Excellence Award at the 2026 Vivensa Academy Excellence Awards, celebrating a …
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27
April
2026
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10:01
Europe/London
Online abuse, unsafe public spaces and early warning signs of violence are among the issues tackled by nine new RISE-funded projects.Researchers are working alongside police forces, charities and practitioners to pilot rapid, real-world solutions to …
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24
April
2026
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12:01
Europe/London
A major international study involving researchers from The University of has found that education is one of the strongest predictors of how long people live. Using a new statistical approach to overcome gaps in global data, the research …
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23
April
2026
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11:19
Europe/London
Currently Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education Innovation and Enhancement, and Professor of Economics Education at the University of Bristol, Alvin will take up the Vice-Dean for TLS role on 1 August 2026. He will take over …
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22
April
2026
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15:28
Europe/London
Keir Starmer’s decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US keeps coming back to haunt him. It has now emerged that Mandelson was granted security clearance by the Foreign Office, despite concerns raised during the vetting process. …
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22
April
2026
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14:29
Europe/London
A major international study involving researchers from The University of has found that rising global demand for beef is a key force behind deforestation in the Amazon rainforest.
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22
April
2026
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10:20
Europe/London
A Lego-style Iranian military commander raps over a gangster beat: “Our inbox is flooded with Americans saying they don’t watch the news. They listen to our songs instead since your media is full of sh*t.”
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21
April
2026
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13:54
Europe/London
The Thomas Ashton Institute is pleased to highlight a new SALIENT‑funded research project led by Coventry University: Cultural Resilience, Religious Faith and the Intersection of Generative and Agentic Artificial Intelligence. The work is funded …
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21
April
2026
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12:13
Europe/London
The Thomas Ashton Institute is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the Annual Lane Lecture 2026, taking place on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at the Kanaris Lecture Theatre, Museum.This year’s distinguished guest speaker …
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17
April
2026
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11:24
Europe/London
Whether social media connects us or leaves us feeling isolated depends on how we use it, according to new research from The University of . A major review of global evidence has found that online interactions can either reduce or increase …
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16
April
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
A major new international study led by The University of has revealed how policymakers around the world are becoming far more active in constructing affordable housing. Drawing on evidence from cities including Salford, Shanghai, Nairobi …
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16
April
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
A new book by The University of ’s Dr Pritish Behuria explores how Rwanda rebuilt its economy after the 1994 genocide to become one of Africa’s most frequently cited development success stories, while questioning whether its current growth …
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16
April
2026
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08:30
Europe/London
Researchers at The University of have identified a range of key risk and protective factors influencing whether young people vape, drink alcohol, smoke or use drugs. Based on data from more than 30,000 pupils aged 12-15, the study …
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15
April
2026
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09:55
Europe/London
A new study led by Dr Andrea Nini at The University of has found that a grammar-based approach to language analysis can match or outperform advanced AI systems in identifying who wrote a text. The method, called LambdaG, uses patterns in …
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13
April
2026
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13:43
Europe/London
The University of , through Creative , has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the “Arts-Based Communication Platform for Co-creation to Build a Convivial Society" at Tokyo University of the Arts (TUA) — commonly …
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07
April
2026
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13:30
Europe/London
Professor James Nazroo and Professor Laia Becares recently presented evidence on ethnic and racial inequalities during the pandemic to the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.Their testimony draws on their expert report which found that there have been clear and …
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