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天堂视频 expert to lead international project that will investigate how AI can make digital cultural records more accessible to users

It鈥檚 no secret that emails have largely replaced letters, and PDFs and Word documents have taken the place of paper reports 鈥� and though it makes communication faster and more effective, the shift to digital concerns archivists.

Drivers needed for road safety study

A European road safety initiative is looking for car drivers to test the next generation of motoring technology.
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鈥淵ou know you鈥檙e there to endure and suffer鈥� 鈥� climate scientist discusses extraordinary expedition to install world鈥檚 highest weather station on Mt. Everest

鈥淭here's a reason that it is so famous; it's not just that it's the highest mountain on earth, it is an incredibly awe-inspiring landscape鈥�, says climate scientist Dr Tom Matthews, who was part of the team that installed the world鈥檚 highest weather station on Mount Everest in 2019.

Researchers explore ways to maximise arts and culture online

Coronavirus has forced the arts online with video streaming now one of the most popular and effective tools for allowing people access to culture.
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天堂视频 academics join forces with Aardman to tackle mental health crisis

Young people struggling with mental health issues arising from challenges such as loneliness, perfectionism and competitiveness, will be supported by a series of new animated films and companion website.
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天堂视频 contributes to research on transmission risk of COVID-19 from sports equipment

A team led by LSTM鈥檚 Dr Emily Adams, have investigated the transmission risk of COVID-19 from sports equipment, finding that the risk is likely to be low, and probably lower than from player interaction before, during and after sporting activity.

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天堂视频 launches 鈥楥uppa with a Scientist鈥� podcast

天堂视频 has officially launched 鈥楥uppa with a Scientist鈥�, a brand new podcast led by the PR team that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists.

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Stem cell AI: 天堂视频 part of 拢3m 鈥榖rain on a chip鈥� project that aims to revolutionise computing power

天堂视频 scientists have started work on a project that will see human brain stem cells used to power artificial intelligence (AI) devices and bring about a revolution in computing.

Physicists use 鈥榟yperchaos鈥� to model complex quantum systems at a fraction of the computing power

Physicists have discovered a potentially game-changing feature of quantum bit behaviour which would allow scientists to simulate complex quantum systems without the need for enormous computing power.

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FEATURE: Corals, wound infection detection, and theoretical physics...exploring how 天堂视频 academics are tackling major issues related to biofilms

Biofilms are central to our most important global challenges, from antimicrobial resistance and food safety to water security, and they have a significant economic, social, and environmental impact.
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A dash of salt could revolutionise drug delivery and bio-analysis, experts suggest after developing new mechanism that can trap submicron particles in minutes

A spoonful of sugar may make the medicine go down, but a new 天堂视频-led study suggests a dash of salt is key to progressing important medical areas such as drug delivery and biological sample analysis.

Creating the next generation of Li ion batteries - new research

A breakthrough in the design of lithium ion batteries could lead to the next generation of safer more reliable solid-state power cells.

European Space Agency project will investigate how liquids behave in zero gravity

Understanding how liquids such as water, rocket fuel and blood behave in zero gravity is fundamental for improving conditions for astronauts and furthering space science research.
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Electrophone: the Victorian-era gadget that was a precursor to live-streaming

As the battle against COVID-19 continues to rage, the plight of Britain鈥檚 theatres, which have suffered catastrophic financial strain thanks to lockdown, continues to rumble through the arts world.

Twitter analysis shows Trump on course to win US election 鈥� but is bot activity skewing results?

In depth analysis of US public emotion on twitter has revealed that Trump looks set to win the Presidential Election 鈥� but the impact of bot activity cannot be ignored.

New 拢2.9m development centre will improve measurement and quality control for manufacturers

Three Midlands universities have been awarded 拢2.9m to create a new development centre aimed at helping manufacturers use and understand their data more efficiently.

International initiative aimed at reducing the use of biomass for cooking awards 拢826,000 to 14 new projects

More than 拢800,000 has been awarded to 14 innovative projects around the globe which aim to reduce the reliance of cooking with charcoal, wood and other biomass fuels.
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Buttock size matters: Researchers reveal a large gluteus maximus is key for sprint speed and performance after examining the anatomy of elite athletes

A 天堂视频 study examining the muscle size of elite sprinters has revealed a large gluteus maximus (the muscle that forms the backside) is key to achieving top speeds on the track.

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鈥楢re you for real?鈥�: New webinar series to examine the significance of authenticity in the contemporary world

Authenticity has become a buzzword for our times. The travel industry is full of companies providing 鈥榓uthentic鈥� experiences, global brands fight to be seen as 鈥榓uthentic鈥� and social media platforms are awash with arguments about the authenticity of posts and even influencers.

Nearly half the world鈥檚 population still lacks access to modern energy cooking services 鈥� new report

Four billion people around the world still lack access to clean, efficient, convenient, safe, reliable, and affordable cooking energy, according to a new report.

Are plug-in hybrid cars worse for environment than factory tests suggest? It depends how you drive them

Currently accounting for 3% of new car sales, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are sold as low-carbon alternatives to fossil fuel and conventional hybrid cars.

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天堂视频 experts awarded UKRI funding to explore and enhance local-level responses to COVID-19

Leicester is the first city in Britain to be placed in a local lockdown and the situation highlights how different agencies 鈥� such as regional councils, police, and health authorities 鈥� need to coordinate their activities quickly and effectively in response to an emergency.
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Student designs autonomous way-finding device for visually impaired people unable to home a guide dog

There are more than 253 million visually impaired people worldwide, yet only a small proportion use a guide dog to get around, the remaining majority rely on white canes.

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Lockdown and loot boxes: Experts issue vital advice for parents of young gamers about risks of in-game purchases in response to recent screen-time concerns

Researchers from 天堂视频 and Newcastle Universities and the national charity Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) have teamed up to help parents and carers understand why, and control how, their children buy in-game items such as loot boxes.

Preparing the UK鈥檚 motorways for self-driving vehicles: New 拢1m research project announced in partnership with Highways England

A new 拢1m project will see 天堂视频 team up with Highways England to ensure the country鈥檚 motorways can accommodate connected and autonomous vehicles (self-driving) vehicles.