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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
MRI scanner

Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before. 
Ernest Wright workshop

University helps historic ºù«Ӱҵ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic ºù«Ӱҵ scissor maker is gaining new insights into the traditional craftsmanship that it has used to lovingly handcraft scissors for over a century through a collaboration with the University of ºù«Ӱҵ.
DNA strand

FDA approves trial to advance pioneering treatment for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)

The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved BlackfinBio Limited’s Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its novel adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy targeting Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) Type 47 (SPG47).
Crowds being wowed at May Fayre 2023

ºù«Ӱҵ’s family fun Weston Park May Fayre is back!

The May Fayre, a day of free family entertainment in the heart of ºù«Ӱҵ, is back in the city for 2025, thanks to a partnership between the University of ºù«Ӱҵ and ºù«Ӱҵ City Council.
David Richards and Professor Koen Lamberts

Power of data science will help UK manufacturers cut energy bills, boost productivity and increase competitiveness

UK manufacturers will be able to cut energy bills, boost productivity and become even more competitive with the launch of bleeding-edge digital tools and technologies to harness the power of data science in their factories.
Two military medics providing medical treatment to a soldier injured during combat

New robots set to triage UK military personnel in combat

Robots will soon be able to provide medical care to military personnel during combat, as part of new research at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ.

Plastic waste on a beach

MPs and ºù«Ӱҵ researchers call for ban on all plastic waste exports

Scientists and MPs are calling for a ban on the export of all plastic waste exports from the UK by 2027.
Inner ear

Unlocking the human inner ear for new therapies to improve hearing loss and deafness

An international team of scientists and surgeon has discovered a secure clinical pathway to the inner ear, which will enable the application of a range of regenerative therapies to restore hearing.
Firth court

University launches cost of living hub to support students and staff

ºù«Ӱҵ has launched a new cost of living hub for students and staff to highlight the range of support available in response to the rising costs of living.