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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.
The exterior of the the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ Energy Innovation Centre
91ÖÆƬ³§'s Energy Innovation Centre - one of the largest and best-equipped R&D facilities in Europe for low- and zero-carbon technology - will test new gas decarbonisation technology.

Groundbreaking gas decarbonisation study to be led by University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ and Suiso

91ÖÆƬ³§ has partnered with local startup Suiso on a three-month pilot study to demonstrate its innovative gas decarbonisation technology.
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Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
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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 91ÖÆƬ³§ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic 91ÖÆƬ³§ 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 91ÖÆƬ³§.
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University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ researchers recognised as leaders of innovation

Three academics from the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ have been recognised for being at the forefront of research and innovation in the UK by a prestigious fellowship scheme.
A group of international students sat in Weston Park

New report reveals international students in 91ÖÆƬ³§ bring £313 million benefit to economy    

New research has revealed that just one year’s intake of incoming international students in the 91ÖÆƬ³§ Central constituency brings £313 million of benefit to the UK economy.
2021 banner for Off the Shelf Festival

Off the Shelf literary festival returns to 91ÖÆƬ³§ for its 30th edition with celebration of city’s poetry

Off the Shelf, one of the most well known and loved literary festivals in the UK, celebrates its 30th edition in 2021.
A little girl wearing a VR headset at the Pop-Up University

Pop-Up University returns to bring University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ research to the public

A free festival at which some of the latest pioneering research from the worlds of healthcare, science, technology and art will be presented to the public for the first time is set to be held in 91ÖÆƬ³§ this month (18-19 September 2021).
A person holding their knee in pain

Scientists identify new genetic risk factors for osteoarthritis

Scientists have identified new genetic risk factors for osteoarthritis, which could now be treated with licensed drugs repurposed to target the debilitating condition.