Study finds every week counts in preventing perinatal deaths
New research from The University of Western Australia has revealed which gestational week of birth carries the lowest risk of perinatal death.
Digital platform highlights discoveries and insights of pioneering British chemist
A new digital platform has been launched which offers unprecedented access to the thoughts, discoveries and personal reflections of pioneering British chemist Sir Humphry Davy...
Waste2Race: The sewage-powered race car on track to make history
A hydrogen-powered car fuelled by sewage is attempting to break a land speed record, driving sustainability in racing.
Network to equip medical students to address the health impacts of climate change
Twenty-five European universities have launched a Network which aims to equip more than 10,000 medical students with the knowledge and skills to respond to the impacts...
World-first research centre investigates how our weather is being reshaped by climate change
A new research centre is bringing together researchers from across the country to collaborate on a critical challenge for climate change – how it will reshape our weather.
University partners with Manchester Literature Festival to launch 2024 events
An exciting programme of literature events returns this October, hosted by Manchester Literature Festival (MLF).
Intergenerational unfairness could worsen youth mental health
In a new paper, researchers at the University of Birmingham, argue that soaring house prices, employment uncertainty and lack of access to affordable education could all be contributing...
Manchester alumnus Simon Johnson wins Nobel Prize in Economics
An economist who studied at The University of Manchester has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking research into understanding wealth disparities between different nations.
Study finds key to improving turtle and tortoise extinction crisis
A groundbreaking study has provided crucial insights into the fertility and reproductive health of wild turtles and tortoises, which could help reverse their declining populations.
University of Birmingham expert awarded prestigious Institute of Physics Medal & Prize
The internationally-renowned prize is awarded for Dan's exceptional contribution to physics education. Dan works in both the School of Education and the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham.