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Expanding Emergency Management Through Strategic Partnerships In a move that underscores the importance of global cooperation in disaster response, Coventry University and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The partnership, first established in 2020, is now set to broaden its scope to include paramedic science, sports science, and […]
What Is PACE‑AI and How It Works Coventry University’s Research Centre for Future Transport and Cities has developed PACE‑AI, an artificial‑intelligence system designed to calculate vehicle and pedestrian speeds in collision incidents. By feeding a few observable details—such as the height of a pedestrian, the extent of damage to a vehicle’s bumper or windscreen—officers can […]
Overview of the Award and Its Significance On 19 December 2025, the Dewis Choice initiative, a research‑led project based at Aberystwyth University’s Centre for Age, Gender and Social Justice, received a prestigious award at the House of Lords. The accolade, presented during the National Alliance of Women’s Organisations’ 16 Days of Activism Awards on Human Rights […]
New Doctoral Programs Position Aberystwyth University at the Forefront of Biomanufacturing Aberystwyth University has announced the launch of two cutting‑edge doctoral training programmes that aim to equip the next generation of scientists with the skills required to advance biomanufacturing and AI‑enabled bioscience. The initiatives, funded through a £40 million UKRI investment in doctoral training, bring together […]
Aled Rhys Jones: Bridging Welsh Agriculture and Academic Leadership On 18 December 2025, Aberystwyth University announced the appointment of Aled Rhys Jones as its new Pro‑Chancellor. The move follows the conclusion of Professor Dame Elan Closs‑Stephens’ six‑year term and signals a renewed focus on the university’s ties to Welsh agriculture and the broader UK education landscape. Background […]
The University of Huddersfield has once again pushed the boundaries of contemporary performance with Ben Crick’s new opera, The Last Machine Breaker. The work, described as an “innovative Luddite opera”, juxtaposes the early days of the Industrial Revolution with a speculative 2030 future, using green‑screen technology to have a single cast inhabit four distinct roles. The […]
COP30 Highlights: Loughborough University’s Impact on Sustainable Energy In December 2025, the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, served as a global stage for researchers, policymakers, and civil society to chart a path toward a low‑carbon future. Loughborough University’s Centre for Sustainable Transitions – Energy, Environment and Resilience (STEER) was at the […]
Understanding RAAC and Its Impact on UK Hospitals Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) has been a common construction material in the United Kingdom since the 1950s. Its lightweight, aerated composition made it attractive for flat roofs and wall panels in schools, hospitals, and other public buildings. However, the material’s long‑term durability has come under scrutiny […]
Understanding the Impact of Retrofits on Fuel Poverty UK homes account for roughly 30 % of the country’s greenhouse‑gas emissions, with heating systems being the largest contributor. At the same time, more than one in ten households faced fuel poverty in 2024, meaning they could not afford to keep their homes at a comfortable temperature. The […]
Coffee Waste: A Growing Resource for Water Treatment Every year, coffee consumption worldwide reaches over 176 million bags, producing a substantial amount of spent coffee grounds (SCGs). While often discarded, SCGs are rich in organic matter and possess a porous structure that makes them ideal for adsorbing heavy metals from water. This emerging field aligns […]
