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‘Britain’s kids have got talent’: new report calls for schools to boost opportunities for children in the north to get creative

The talents of millions of children are being wasted according to a new report which is urging creativity to be embedded into an inclusive school curriculum.
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Credit: Philip Drury, University of ºù«Ӱҵ

Black holes: not endings, but beginnings? New research could revolutionise our understanding of the universe

Our understanding of black holes, time and the mysterious dark energy that dominates the universe could be revolutionised, as new University of ºù«Ӱҵ research helps unravel the mysteries of the cosmos.
Rivers of Reading activity hosted by Dr Sabine Little
An example of the Rivers of Reading activity hosted by Dr Sabine Little. Credit: Toby Little

University of ºù«Ӱҵ helping children to create a ‘Reading River’ for World Book Day®

World Book Day® has teamed up with the University of ºù«Ӱҵ to celebrate the importance of reading and help children chart their personal reading journey for this year’s event on 6 March 2025.
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ºù«Ӱҵ researchers help discover previously unidentified genes linked to rare diseases

A landmark study has found 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease, including uncommon forms of kidney disease and diabetes.

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Pioneering new surgical approach set to pave the way for hearing loss treatment

University of ºù«Ӱҵ spinout company, Rinri Therapeutics, has announced an innovative surgical method set to revolutionise treatment for hearing loss.
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Harvesting the sun twice: Agrivoltaics shows promise for sustainable food, energy and water management in East Africa

Combining solar power production with agriculture can significantly boost crop yields, conserve water and generate low-carbon electricity for areas particularly vulnerable to climate change, a new study has shown.
John Crane

New University of ºù«Ӱҵ and John Crane partnership to drive clean energy innovation

ºù«Ӱҵ has launched a new partnership with John Crane, a global leader in rotating equipment solutions and energy transition technologies and services.
Professor Timothy O'Farrell in the National 6G Radio Systems Facility at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ

University of ºù«Ӱҵ engineering professor set to drive development of 6G networks

A University of ºù«Ӱҵ professor is set to play a key role in developing the next generation of mobile networks - 6G - after being awarded a new Research Chair from the Royal Academy of Engineering.

microscope image of MRSA bacteria

MRSA's double defence against antibiotics

Scientists have discovered the mechanism which allows the superbug Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to become highly resistant to antibiotics, paving the way for new approaches to control infectious disease.