Recent UK news highlights an innovative solution developing in Guildford: ConnectPlayWise, a spin‑out from the University of Surrey that links children aged 7‑12 with older adults via playful, moderated games. The initiative promises a tangible improvement in social‑emotional learning (SEL) for young learners while simultaneously reducing loneliness in elderly care homes. Below you’ll find a […]
Introduction The international launch of a new survey on sustainable logistics is a reminder that every sector must rethink the use of raw materials. For space, a single‑launch model has become the norm, and the result is a growing layer of debris that threatens satellites and future missions. In a recent study published in Chemical […]
Largest Breakthrough in 2D Material Science University of Surrey scientists have shown that a single layer of hexagonal boron nitride (h‑BN) behaves like a smooth walkway for water molecules, a phenomenon that has never been seen before in a two‑dimensional crystal. The discovery, published in Nature Communications, is not only a milestone for surface chemistry […]
Launching a New Chapter for Student Innovation The launch of the Redmond Annual Prize for Entrepreneurship and Innovation marks a significant step forward for students at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). By offering a £2,500 award, the programme provides tangible support for fresh ideas that could eventually grow into viable businesses or research projects. This […]
Understanding the Leadership–Morale Connection For police forces across the UK, the relationship between leadership and officer morale has never been more critical. When leaders communicate clearly, lead by example and genuinely care for the wellbeing of their teams, morale naturally follows. A motivated workforce is essential to delivering reliable, community‑focused policing in today’s fast‑moving environment. […]
The University of Huddersfield’s Crime and Policing Research Centre has launched a pioneering platform that merges academic rigor with frontline police practice. In a recent gathering, professionals from over fifteen police forces, Police Scotland, the National Crime Agency, the College of Policing, and the Ministry of Defence convened to discuss evidence‑based approaches to officer wellbeing. […]
Why Drone Technology Is Poised to Revolutionize Urban Emergency Services Across the United Kingdom, cities are grappling with increasing traffic congestion, aging infrastructure, and the growing demand for rapid emergency assistance. The URBAN ASCENT project launched by Coventry University seeks to answer the question: can drones be scaled for critical medical deliveries, search and rescue, […]
Understanding the House of Lords Report on Home Working The latest House of Lords Report, titled Is Working from Home Working?, has emerged as a milestone for the UK government’s strategy on workforce inclusion. The report scrutinises evidence on how remote and hybrid work can open doors for people who would otherwise face barriers to […]
Graham Scott, the former Premier League referee who spent a decade in the English Football League and seven years on top‑flight duty, recently spoke to students and practitioners at Coventry University. His remarks focus on a critical shortfall in the current officiating ecosystem: the training that prepares officials to manage the fast‑paced, high‑stakes world of […]
Why the Award Matters for International Students in the UK Receiving the Outstanding Student Support (Careers & Employability) Award at the #WeAreInternational ceremony signals that Coventry University London is doing more than just offering study programmes – it is actively helping international students translate their academic credentials into real‑world opportunities. For students coming to the […]