For students, educators, and members of the public who appreciate the depth of academic insight coupled with festive spirit, the University of Gloucestershire has launched a new event. The Winter Wisdom series invites everyone to explore the season’s traditions through a range of talks and workshops delivered across the university’s four campuses between 8 and […]
The University of Sussex has received a substantial research grant of over £800,000 from the Royal Society, earmarked for deepening our understanding of the quantum universe. This funding will support the work of experimental particle physicist Dr Josh McFayden, who will use data from CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) to investigate some of the most pressing […]
Why the Nature’s Rights Bill Matters for UK Environmental Law The UK’s legal landscape has recently been reshaped by the introduction of the Nature’s Rights Bill, a progressive piece of legislation that seeks to grant legal personhood to ecosystems. This move reflects an evolving view of our relationship with nature: not only as a resource […]
London Metropolitan University’s Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit (CWASU) has been honoured with the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education. For the first time, the University is recognised among the 19 UK institutions that have earned this national accolade, underscoring its transformative impact on policy, practice and scholarship in the field […]
Why Sharks and Rays Matter to Marine Ecosystems Sharks and rays are apex and mesopredators that keep reef and pelagic habitats in balance. Their varied feeding habits drive nutrient redistribution, reduce competition and help maintain biodiversity. When these species decline, the ripple effects extend to fish populations that local communities depend on for food and […]
Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) has joined forces with Welsh Government and leading forestry bodies to launch a comprehensive tree‑species shortlisting programme aimed at boosting the resilience and sustainability of UK woodlands. The initiative, coordinated by Forest Research, identifies species that can thrive under current and projected climate conditions, providing a science‑based foundation for future diversification […]
Exploring FHK Henrion’s Influence on Post‑War Design From the fringe of the European art scene to the heart of London’s creative industry, Frederic Henri Kay Henrion left an indelible mark across branding, corporate identity, and public communication. The 16‑minute film, produced by the University of Brighton’s Design Archives and the Centre for Design History, opens […]
Following the global recall of Airbus A320 aircraft triggered by last month’s JetBlue incident, experts at the University of Surrey’s Space Centre have examined how solar radiation can compromise aircraft electronics. The findings clarify why airlines, regulators and maintenance teams are intensifying focus on space‑weather effects in aviation safety planning. Solar Radiation and Aircraft Avionics: […]
Understanding the UN’s Focus on Children’s Education The United Nations’ Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has accepted a written submission that underscores quality, inclusive, and participatory education as an essential right for all children. The document, co‑authored by Middlesex University academics Dr Angela Scollan and Dr Marie Bradwell, will feed into discussions surrounding a […]
Why Digital Twins Matter for Heritage Conservation The rise of 3D scanning and immersive visualization has shifted the way we document, study, and protect heritage sites. For professionals in the UK who work with historic buildings, urban landscapes, or cultural assets, digital twins provide a precise record that can survive after the physical object has […]