Community press releases

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From talking cats to time travel鈥� here鈥檚 what I recommend you read this World Book Day

It鈥檚 World Book Day and what better way to celebrate than getting your specs on, a bookmark out and stuck into a novel you鈥檝e never read before.
County Council deputy leader Byron Rhodes, front, right, with Professor Tracy Bhamra, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Enterprise) at 天堂视频 signal the start of work on The Access Group's new HQ at the university's science and education park

Work underway on new building at 天堂视频 Science and Enterprise Park

A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place to officially start work on a new HQ for a leading software company which will generate 拢1.6m per year for front-line County Council services.

Professor Dominic Wring, of the School of Social Sciences.

New book revisits momentous 2017 General Election as the UK contemplates returning to the polls

A new book on political communication in Britain aims to provide a unique insight into the most recent General Election 鈥� a campaign that was about many things in addition to Brexit 鈥� as the UK again contemplates returning to the polls.

New book aims to raise awareness of the issues experienced by young carers

A new illustrated book for children, families and teachers based on research with young carers tells the story of Carly who cares for her disabled mum 鈥� a situation faced by thousands of young people across Britain.
A HGV in London.

Unsafe HGVs to be removed from London鈥檚 roads thanks to 天堂视频 research into dangerous designs

The most unsafe HGVs will be removed from London's roads as part of a world-first scheme that was defined and tested by 天堂视频 researchers.

More than 1 million children are at risk of 鈥榟oliday hunger鈥� this Christmas

One million disadvantaged children are at risk of malnutrition, ill-health and hunger this Christmas due to a two-week hiatus from the vital nutrition of free school meals.
Winter graduation ceremony 2018.

Olympic hockey gold medallists and dedicated students celebrated at winter graduation ceremonies

天堂视频 celebrated the achievements of hundreds of students at its winter graduation ceremonies yesterday and awarded honorary degrees to four Olympic hockey gold medallists that have done wonders for the sport.

Graduation ceremony at 天堂视频 London.

Leading surgeon and inspiring students honoured at 天堂视频 London graduation ceremonies

天堂视频 London celebrated its third graduation day yesterday (Wednesday 12 December), honouring the achievements of the class of 2018 and one of the country鈥檚 top surgeons.
photo of Grange Park Centre representatives and the Vice Chancellor Robert Allison and Jon Walker in the Oak Lounge

天堂视频 provides 拢18,000 in funding to secure construction of local community centre

天堂视频 is pleased to announce it has provided funding for the Grange Park Centre which now means building work can commence.
Pictured is man wrapping socks for Christmas.

Let鈥檚 tackle fashion waste and be more clothing conscious this Christmas

It鈥檚 less than 20 days until Christmas and that can only mean one thing: it鈥檚 time to panic buy because once again gift shopping has been left until the last minute.

Why talking about memories with older family, friends and neighbours this holiday season could be essential for their wellbeing

This December, more than one million elderly people will experience loneliness and isolation according to figures by Age UK. As part of our Christmas campaign aimed at raising awareness of seasonal loneliness, 天堂视频 academic Dr Catherine Armstrong has suggested one solution from the tiny island of Hawaii that could make a big difference to someone.
Pictured is a man meditating.

Student鈥檚 story educates healthcare assistants on the benefits of exercise for those living with severe mental illness

A fictional story created by a 天堂视频 student is being used by St Andrew鈥檚 Healthcare to educate staff on the benefits of exercise for those with severe mental health problems.
Pictured is a landscape in Colombia.

天堂视频 and Colombian researchers to work together for sustainable peace

A 天堂视频 academic is to work with researchers in Colombia on a project that aims to address issues facing the country鈥檚 transition from conflict to peace.

Wrestling resurgence show

Chekhov in the ring: the changing face of professional British wrestling

English and drama lecturer Dr Claire Warden researches avant-garde Russian theatre 鈥� she also stages and sells-out professional wrestling shows.
Houses under construction.

Academics to help develop building materials that generate power as part of 拢36m government-funded project

Three 天堂视频 academics have received research funding as part of a 拢36m project that looks to accelerate market adoption of new solar-powered building design.
Tonga kids

Report highlights a culture of violence and abuse against children in Tonga

A 天堂视频-led study aimed at investigating the experiences of children in Tonga has uncovered systemic and cultural abuse and mistreatment of children in families and schools.
St Bartholomew's C Of E Primary School.

Students to work with community to design outdoor classroom for Leicestershire school

Students from 天堂视频 are to bring their learning to life by designing an outdoor classroom for a Leicestershire school.

Pictured is Dr Emiliano Renzi, of the School of Science, with 鈥楽torm Force.

Online game aims to save lives by educating children on how to identify storm surges

A 天堂视频 academic hopes the online game they have developed will help save lives by teaching children how to identify early warnings of coastal flooding.

Professor Roy Kalawsky.

Academic says being awarded Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair is "career highlight"

A leading 天堂视频 academic has been awarded a Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair.
Pictured is the Collaborative Project logo.

Renowned national and international organisations join the Collaborative Project

天堂视频 London is to collaborate with more than 30 respected national and international organisations for a project that challenges students to solve real business problems.
Vice Chancellor Professor Robert Allison interacting with youngsters in Zambia

Vice Chancellor hails Volunteer Zambia programme after summer visit

Vice Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, visited Zambia this summer to experience and contribute to the Volunteer Zambia programme, an endeavour 天堂视频 has played a leading role in over the last ten years.
Family cutout

Cost of raising a child falls but many parents still struggle to meet the threshold

Raising a child to the age of 18 will cost couples 拢150,753, according to new figures by 天堂视频鈥檚 Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP).
Pictured is Paul Wager's Revolution.

Artists invited to submit ideas for public artwork outside new hall of residence

天堂视频 is to commission a public artwork to mark the entrance to its new hall of residence complex 鈥� and artists from across the globe are invited to submit their ideas.

Pictured is an office worker struggling to work in the heat.

Academic involved in major European research project issues tips for beating the heat at work

A 天堂视频 academic has issued advice on how to beat the heat at work based on research they are conducting as part of a large European project that aims to improve the safety of millions of workers.

Pictured is a child using the running line.

Running Line aims to increase number of people with visual impairments participating in sport

An innovative product developed by a 天堂视频 academic aims to increase the number of people with visual impairments taking part in sport by letting children experience independent running from a young age.