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Researchers partner with 探花直播 City Council to address the Ripple Effects of Covid-19
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 MARCH
Academics from BCU鈥檚 School of Computing are working with 探花直播 City Council (BCC) on a project which utilises a variety of data from across the region to help support people at risk from the ripple effects of Covid-19.
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Researchers lead 探花直播 2022 Festival performance exploring homophobia in sport
UNIVERSITY NEWS 14 MARCH
Academics at the Royal 探花直播 Conservatoire are working with the 探花直播 2022 Festival to highlight the discrimination faced by homosexual athletes across several Commonwealth countries.
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Economics lecturer investigating cost-effective healthcare technologies
UNIVERSITY NEWS 25 FEB
A Senior Lecturer in 探花直播 City Business School is investigating the benefits telemedicine - the practice of medicine using technology to deliver care at a distance 鈥� could have on the UK鈥檚 healthcare industry.
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Researchers partner with care home group to develop novel care support platform
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 FEB
Researchers in the Digital Media Technology (DMT) Lab are working on a new sensor-based system for transforming the lives of young people living in care homes.
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DMT Lab receives grant to develop accessibility features for Adobe Creative Cloud Software
UNIVERSITY NEWS 09 FEB
The Digital Media Technology (DMT) Lab was awarded a grant from the Adobe Fund for Design to develop accessibility features across Adobe platforms, which allows individuals with physical impairments to more easily utilise Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
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University wins award for excellence in diversity and inclusion
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 FEB
探花直播 is celebrating after winning an award for its continued effort to break down barriers and widen participation.
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New project investigates SMEs鈥� supply chain challenges
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 JAN
A new research project is investigating challenges within modern manufacturing supply chains, as well as investigating cutting-edge digital innovations to help solve these issues.
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Researchers awarded Google grant to make coding more accessible for disabled people
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 DEC
Researchers in the Digital Media Technology (DMT) Lab have been awarded a grant from Google鈥檚 Inclusion Research Program to further develop their research around making coding more accessible for disabled people.
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Researchers secure Facebook grant to make VR/AR more accessible
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 DEC
Researchers from the Digital Media Technology (DMT) Lab have been awarded a Facebook grant to address the lack of accessibility features in virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) hardware and software.
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Analysis of the human impact on bridges recognised by prestigious research award
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 DEC
Ehsan Ahmadi research award Research by Dr Ehsan Ahmadi, which explores the vibrational impact pedestrians have on structures, has been awarded a prestigious Research Award by the Institution of Structural Engineers.
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Researcher commissions diverse artists for flagship Crafts Council Exhibition
UNIVERSITY NEWS 30 NOV
Dr Karen Patel鈥檚 research into inequalities in UK professional craft has led to the We Gather exhibition, a celebration of diverse craftswomen and the issues they face in a typically white, elitist field.
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Universities join forces in 拢800k project to eliminate barriers for po...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 25 NOV
Two West Midlands universities have been handed 拢800,000 to launch a new project aimed at making it easier for people of colour to access postgraduate study.
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PhD student and international musician joins 探花直播 Awards Young Achiever finalists
UNIVERSITY NEWS 8 NOV
A PhD student at the Royal 探花直播 Conservatoire has been recognised by the 探花直播 Awards 2021 for her contributions to the contemporary music scene.
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Researchers discuss collaborative climate change project at international event
UNIVERSITY NEWS 3 NOV
Researchers from 探花直播 were recently invited to discuss their innovative collaborative research into bioenergy at a British Council roundtable event in preparation for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26).
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Sherwood 5G project welcomes forest ranger robot dog
UNIVERSITY NEWS 15 OCT
A forest ranger robot dog has been unveiled as part of a project using cutting edge technology to boost tourism and help protect the environment in Nottinghamshire鈥檚 legendary woodland.
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National park project shortlisted for Planning for Excellence award
UNIVERSITY NEWS 04 OCT
探花直播鈥檚 West Midlands National Park (WMNP) project has been shortlisted for a prestigious award from the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
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Researcher explores how to ease pregnancy-related back pain
UNIVERSITY NEWS 29 SEP
The project aims to discover higher risk factors concerning back pain in an attempt to inform women on how to mitigate these factors and contribute to a more comfortable pregnancy.
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The School of Law welcomes Visiting Professor Lissa Griffin
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 SEP
Professor Griffin, who has contributed to some of the School鈥檚 most influential research projects, has joined the School of Law.
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BCU researchers to help improve quality of life for residents in East 探花直播
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 SEP
Researchers in the School of Social Sciences are working directly with local residents from East 探花直播 to support 探花直播 City Council鈥檚 strategy on how to improve quality of life and essential services in the area.
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Shakespeare鈥檚 works 鈥榠nspiration鈥� for terrorists including 9/11 and Gu...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 SEP
The works of Shakespeare inspired and angered some of history鈥檚 most infamous terrorists including the conspirators behind 9/11 and the Gunpowder Plot, new research has revealed.
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New board game to educate young people in climate change
UNIVERSITY NEWS 09 Sept
Researchers are working with teenagers in 探花直播 to design a climate action board game, in order to engage young people.
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Research project investigating Covid-19鈥檚 impact upon care home staff
UNIVERSITY NEWS 01 Sept
With Covid-19 having a devastating impact upon care homes, new research aims to shed light on the pandemic鈥檚 emotional, mental and professional impact on staff members.
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Final year student finds success interning at Amicus
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 Aug
Jess Holloway has been awarded the Volunteer of the Month Award for July while interning at Amicus, a charity that represents those facing the death penalty in the US.
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UK鈥檚 future music 鈥榯alent pipeline鈥� at risk from A-level music decline
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 Aug
A-level music education provided by state schools could completely disappear by 2033 as a result of an alarming year-on-year decline, new research suggests.
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Professor鈥檚 new book generates guidance for Operations Directors during Covid-19
UNIVERSITY NEWS 2 Aug
Chris Edger, Professor of Multi-Unit Leadership, has published a vital book to help leaders in the hospitality industry adapt to a post-Covid landscape.
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Book researching neuroscience in leadership is global success
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 July
A professor is celebrating after his book discussing neuroscience in business leadership has been translated into several languages, updated for a new edition and provided the opportunity to appear at international conferences.
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Research highlights postnatal depression impact on digital behaviours and lack of resources for new dads
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 July
New parents often find themselves with negative self-image and feel alienated from support networks, new research has found.
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Covid-19 and the impact on crime
UNIVERSITY NEWS 7 July
BCU researchers are investigating Covid-19's range of impacts on crime, from increased mass shootings in America to the rise of organised crime governance in Columbia, Mexico and Brazil.
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Investigating Covid-19鈥檚 impact on institutions
UNIVERSITY NEWS 6 July
At BCU, a range of researchers have been focusing on investigating the impact of the Covid-19 upon various institutions, from secondary and higher education to prisons.
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Covid-19 PTSD: The pandemic鈥檚 effect on young adults
UNIVERSITY NEWS 1 July
Early research highlighted the negative impacts of social isolation on young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New data platform captures tweets about Covid-19
UNIVERSITY NEWS 1 July
Researchers in the School of English have developed a new open access platform comprising of millions of tweets relating to COVID-19.
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Covid-19: An Unequal Impact?
UNIVERSITY NEWS 22 Jun
With BCU鈥檚 conference on Covid-19鈥檚 impact on research coming on Friday 9 July, PhD student Alan Taman provides some key thoughts on why this conference is needed..
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Research reveals experiences of inequality in craft
UNIVERSITY NEWS 22 Jun
A researcher who has investigated the lack of diversity in the craft industry will present their findings 鈥� and launch the second stage of the research 鈥� at an online event this June.
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New book explores equal opportunities in youth sports
UNIVERSITY NEWS 19 Jun
A new book co-edited by 探花直播 academics features insightful new research on age-related aspects of organised youth sports.
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BCU researchers to present keynote at a conference tackling the quality of learning and teaching in universities
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 Jun
Dr Vanessa Cui and Professor Matt O鈥橪eary will close day two of the conference debating how the quality of education in universities can be defined, evaluated and improved.
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National exposure for inequality in cricket research
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 Jun
A doctoral researcher鈥檚 investigation into the overrepresentation of privately educated cricketers in the professional game has been featured on a leading sports channel.
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New project aims to celebrate individuals living with acquired deafblindness
UNIVERSITY NEWS 03 Jun
The Celebrating Everyday Contributions project aims to showcase the amazing input of deafblind individuals, in order to change inaccurate perceptions surrounding people living with the condition.
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Domestic violence research makes positive difference
UNIVERSITY NEWS 26 MAY
A research project assisting victims of domestic violence has helped to raise awareness and significantly improve the support given, according to Staffordshire Women鈥檚 Aid.
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Why the 探花直播 Clean Air Zone is a crucial first step
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 MAY
The 探花直播 Clean Air Zone is a 鈥渘ecessary action鈥� to help create a healthier city, but a more joined-up approach is needed, according to researcher Anastasia Nikologianni.
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New report sheds light on Prevent Duty in higher education
UNIVERSITY NEWS 04 MAY
A study of Prevent Duty in UK higher education (UKHE) has highlighted significant issues around its effectiveness and implementation.
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Academic leads guest editorial in sports journal
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 APR
Adam Kelly, Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for Sports Coaching and Physical Education, will be a guest editor in a special issue about youth sports for the 鈥楽ports鈥� open access journal.
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Story, songs and animation helps children with eczema care for the 鈥榙r...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 APR
Health experts from 探花直播 and the University of Nottingham have teamed up with an author, illustrator and an East Midlands orchestra to produce a new book, animated film and...
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Raising awareness of human rights issues in Namibia
UNIVERSITY NEWS 30 MAR
A research group within BCU were recently selected to attend an important event at the United Nations (UN).
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Research retrospective: Lessons learned from a year in lockdown
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 MAR
We spoke to some BCU academics to find out what it was like to teach, Zoom and discover their way through the last year.
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xCHANGE2021 festival marks International Women鈥檚 Day at BCU
UNIVERSITY NEWS 02 MAR
探花直播 researchers have joined together to create a host of exciting events throughout March, all to celebrate International Women鈥檚 Day.
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Researcher to chair vital event on the climate crisis
UNIVERSITY NEWS 23 FEB
Anastasia Nikologianni will be chairing an event at an exciting new five-day festival designed to help both professionals and the general public tackle climate emergency.
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Investigating challenges in 探花直播's live music industry
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 FEB
Dr Craig Hamilton, as part of the 探花直播 Live Music Project (BLMP), has been investigating the impact of both Brexit and Covid-19 upon the live music industry, both in the Second City and beyond.
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West Midlands employers failing to value off-the-job training for appr...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 FEB
New research has revealed that West Midlands employers may be stifling the progress of their apprentices by not acknowledging the importance of off-the-job training, leading to a lack of...
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Highlighting Britain's inland waterways in new podcast
UNIVERSITY NEWS 01 FEB
Researcher Nicki Schiessel Harvey recently highlighted the multiple benefits of inland waterways in a new podcast.
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New research paper discusses community resilience during Covid-19
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 JAN
Professor David Proverbs has collaborated with Wuhan University of Science and Technology to co-author a new paper exploring community resilience during times of crisis, influenced by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Practice-led researcher explores the experiences of 探花直播 students in new photography project
UNIVERSITY NEWS 11 JAN
From Two Metres, a photography project by PhD student Joanna Fursman, showcases how schools and students in 探花直播 adapted to life during the return to school during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Creating a song for new book and film on eczema
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 JAN
Professor Fiona Cowdell has teamed up with an orchestra, among others, to host a series of online music workshops for children with eczema
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Researcher鈥檚 new exhibition highlights Arab diversity
UNIVERSITY NEWS 11 DEC
PhD student Nat Muller has curated an exciting exhibition in the Netherlands that highlights the work of artists from the Arab region.
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Tackling underrepresentation of British South Asians in cricket
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 DEC
Postgraduate researcher Tom Brown has launched a new development scheme to help young British South Asian cricketers break into the professional game.
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BCU Professor named one of the world's top scientists according to study
UNIVERSITY NEWS 26 NOV
BCU Professor of Data Analytics Mohamed Gaber has been named one of the world鈥檚 top scientists, according to data crunchers Stanford University and Elsevier.
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Researcher contributes to new youth engagement project
UNIVERSITY NEWS 24 NOV
PhD researcher Simeon Shtebunaev has written an essay that supports a new project campaigning for young peoples鈥� involvement in the planning of future cities.
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Smart tool project receives 拢1.5m European funding to support UK-wide shift to low carbon building economy
UNIVERSITY NEWS 23 NOV
The EcRoFit project will provide a new tool for assessing energy efficiency and renewable energy use in domestic and non-domestic buildings.
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BCU academics offer new approaches to landscape and planning
UNIVERSITY NEWS 19 NOV
New cross-disciplinary research by BCU academics as just been published in the online open-access journal Infrastructures.
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School of Law hosts online event aimed at supporting doctoral researchers during covid-19
UNIVERSITY NEWS 5 NOV
探花直播 and the West Midlands Legal Doctoral Network (WMLDN) have organised an online event to help doctoral researchers overcome the challenges of conducting research during the coronavirus pandemic.
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New placemaking report on how to improve cities and urban spaces launched
UNIVERSITY NEWS 23 OCT
Leading built environment academics have released a definitive short and accessible report on placemaking, aimed at explaining how to make city and urban spaces 鈥榖etter places鈥� for residents and workers.
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Centre for Brexit Studies to host event based on voting research
UNIVERSITY NEWS 22 OCT
The Centre for Brexit Studies (CBS) will discuss their research into why people voted the way they did in the EU referendum at an online event.
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Health researcher releases book highlighting austerity and activism
UNIVERSITY NEWS 17 OCT
A Senior Lecturer in Health Research has released a new book and accompanying virtual launch event, highlighting female engagement with austerity and activism.
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Managing risk in the property market
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 OCT
The property sector needs to change the way it measures risk, with the Covid-19 pandemic showing the limitations of the current approach, according to BCU Professor of Real Estate David Higgins.
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The truth behind the UK鈥檚 ruined churches
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 SEP
An article featured in the latest Change over Time Journal explores the existence and plight of church ruins and war memorials in the UK, as prolonged austerity and costly maintenance may lead to the decay and possible redevelopment of some of these historical sites.
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Creating new tools for healthy eating
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 SEP
Psychology academics at 探花直播 are leading a programme to improve treatments and encourage healthy eating.
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Business lecturer publishes new book on making Africa self-sufficient
UNIVERSITY NEWS 17 SEP
A Senior Lecturer in 探花直播 City Business School has released a book detailing Africa鈥檚 vast agricultural potential and how it can become a self-sufficient continent.
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SME trust-building research wins Outstanding Paper award
UNIVERSITY NEWS 01 SEP
New 探花直播 research aimed at helping small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) rebuild trust during economic crisis has picked up a prestigious academic award.
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PhD student investigates new media regulatory governance in Nigeria
UNIVERSITY NEWS 20 AUG
PhD student Vincent Obia is exploring new media regulation laws and policies, which authorities in Nigeria say are needed to combat the spread of misinformation, fake news and hate speech.
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Changing the office space market for a more flexible future
UNIVERSITY NEWS 5 AUG
The way owners of office space view the value of their estate needs to adapt to meet emerging needs, according to BCU experts Professor David Higgins and Peter Wood.
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New research to investigate period poverty during COVID-19 pandemic
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 JUL
探花直播 has launched a new study to examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on period poverty in the UK.
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WMCA signs up to West Midlands National Park
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 JUL
Plans to create a West Midlands National Park have taken a step forward after the West Midlands Combined Authority signed a memorandum of understanding with 探花直播.
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University submits report to United Nations calling for an end to the death penalty in Myanmar
UNIVERSITY NEWS 1 JUL
Researchers at 探花直播 have submitted a report to the United Nations urging Myanmar to put an end to the death penalty, which continues to sentence people to death despite its last execution taking place in 1988.
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New book explores video games and violence from a fresh perspective
UNIVERSITY NEWS 09 JUL
A new book release from researchers in the School of Social Sciences critically analyses the effect of video games and the wider industry on society.
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Study reveals how BAME-led TV organisations have been hit by COVID cri...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 JUL
A third of BAME-led TV production companies are facing serious financial hardship as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has revealed.
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Researcher wins series of awards for new healthcare technology
UNIVERSITY NEWS 25 JUN
A PhD student is celebrating after winning three prestigious awards for his research project, a hi-tech walking stick for patients with affected limbs that provides real-time feedback to healthcare professionals.
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Colonial ignorance and the hostile environment: What does #BlackLivesMatter mean for refugees?
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 JUN
With Refugee Week taking place in the midst of Black Lives Matter protests across the world, we spoke with Reader in Media Theory Kirsten Forkert about her recent research.
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Black Lives Matter researcher feels leadership is changing
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 JUN
A researcher focusing on leadership in the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement believes that the current protests have shown a shift from having one leader to a host of people taking charge.
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PhD student completes studies with online viva
UNIVERSITY NEWS 11 JUN
A researcher had to swap the classroom for his living room as he became one of the first PhD students at 探花直播 to undertake and pass their viva online.
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New research examines experiences of home-schooling children with spec...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 02 JUN
A study has been launched to investigate how parents and families navigate the additional pressures of home-schooling children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) during the coronavirus pandemic.
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United Nations References Work by BCU鈥檚 Centre for Human Rights
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 MAY
探花直播鈥檚 Centre for Human Rights (CHR) has successfully contributed to the influential UN Universal Periodic Review (UPR), a process which seeks to ensure the protection and promotion of human rights across the world.
Researcher helps tackle climate crisis in global action plan
UNIVERSITY NEWS 14 MAY
A 探花直播 researcher has helped contribute to the Landscape Institute (LI)鈥檚 action plan to tackle the global biodiversity and climate crisis.
An 拢11bn investment in construction can kick start the UK鈥檚 economic r...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 14 MAY
An 拢11.27bn investment in construction and a series of strategic decisions around new home building can kick start the UK鈥檚 economic recovery and deliver a 拢33bn return for the Government,...
New research to assess impact of COVID-19 social distancing on over 70s
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 APR
A new research project has been launched to explore the effects of social distancing and isolation on people aged over 70 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PhD support during the coronavirus outbreak
UNIVERSITY NEWS 15 APR
To ensure you get all the PhD support you need throughout this difficult time, we've compiled a handy list of library resources, thesis submission and more.
Researchers create AI tool to speed up Covid-19 diagnosis through x-ra...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 APR
A new healthcare tool that applies artificial intelligence technology to improve the accuracy of COVID-19 detection in chest x-rays has been developed and shared by 探花直播...
Associate Dean shadows Labour MP as part of pairing scheme
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 MAR
Maxine Lintern has spent a week shadowing Steve McCabe, Labour MP for Selly Oak, as part of the Royal Society Pairing Scheme.
PhD researcher aiming to enhance indoor air quality for new homes
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 MAR
With global warming on the rise, Callistus Gero is on a mission to enhance indoor air quality for newly built homes.
PhD student to discuss law and immigration at celebratory event
UNIVERSITY NEWS 01 MAR
Sabah Athar's research into sanctuary cities, US immigration and Trump's Muslim ban has led her to talking at an event celebrating women in law.
Investigating gay masculinity on dating apps and beyond
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 FEB
Researcher Charlie Sarson's work into the behaviours and attitudes of masculine gay men - both online and offline - has received national recognition.
Major 5G research funding boost for connectivity and tourism in Sherwo...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 20 FEB
A 拢10m project to improve connectivity, environmentalism and tourism in a UK Midlands landmark rural area, using research expertise from 探花直播, has been announced today.
PhD students travel to Greece for sustainability competition
UNIVERSITY NEWS 11 FEB
Five PhD students from the CEBE Faculty visited Greece recently to take part in a hack that sought to find new ideas for sustainable travel.
School of Law announces new American university partnership
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 FEB
探花直播鈥檚 School of Law has announced an exciting new partnership with the Sandra Day O鈥機onnor College of Law at Arizona State University (ASU), one of America鈥檚 most prestigious law schools.
探花直播鈥檚 inaugural feminist porn festival puts Ethics and Desire front and centre this Valentine鈥檚
UNIVERSITY NEWS 03 FEB
Inclusivity and sex positivity will take centre stage at a feminist erotic film festival coming to 探花直播 this month, developed by researchers at 探花直播.
PhD student鈥檚 exhibition curation crowned one of the best of 2019
UNIVERSITY NEWS 20 JAN
An exhibition at the Venice Biennale, curated by PhD student and curator Nat Muller, has been rated among the best exhibitions of 2019 according to influential industry publications, Apollo Magazine and Hyperallergic.
探花直播 works with WHG to deliver one of the first DfMA homes
UNIVERSITY NEWS 08 JAN
探花直播 is working with leading Midlands home provider WHG, to develop modular homes to help tackle the UK鈥檚 housing crisis and low productivity facing the industry. The proposal is one of the first of its kind in the UK market.
Does heritage matter when rebuilding our cities?鈥�
UNIVERSITY NEWS 17 DEC
In an age of increasing turmoil and climate change, our environment can often suffer from rapid damage or destruction, but how do town planners and designers make use of heritage to repair and rebuild?
New PhD project will 鈥榬evolutionise the way research is done鈥�
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 DEC
A PhD student has unveiled exciting new software that instantly detects research trends, enabling researchers to discover emerging areas to analyse and meet the current needs of industry.
Online legal advisors are giving parents biased and potentially damagi...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 DEC
Vulnerable people representing themselves in court are being given biased and misinformed advice by online legal advisors, new research has found.
Mobile phones, PlayStations and British weather preventing 鈥榟alf of ch...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 27 NOV
Mobile phones, PlayStations and British weather are among the major reasons British children are falling short of the recommended amount of sports and exercise, new research has revealed.
New research reveals what motivates violent offenders and murderers in...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 26 NOV
New research has examined the reasons why some men become serious violent offenders and murderers for organised crime groups in 探花直播鈥檚 criminal underworld.
PhD student鈥檚 international tour is a sell-out success
UNIVERSITY NEWS 22 NOV
Laura Farre Rozada discusses juggling music with mathematics, her debut album and receiving standing ovations on her recent US tour.
Research fellow addresses climate change concerns at global conference
UNIVERSITY NEWS 30 OCT
A 探花直播 research fellow has chaired and presented an inspiring session on addressing the current climate crisis.
Post-Brexit drop in music tourism could cost UK economy hundreds of mi...
UNIVERSITY NEWS 29 OCT
A significant drop in music tourism and an exodus of firms vital to infrastructure are amongst a number of Brexit-related concerns voiced by the music industries sector, according to a new...
Early research indicates potential for tech to improve nurse wellbeing
UNIVERSITY NEWS 29 OCT
A pioneering scoping review by 探花直播 researchers has revealed the potential for technology to provide essential mental and emotional support for busy nurses.
SMEs could be a major force to tackle climate change, research suggests
UNIVERSITY NEWS 23 OCT
Professor Javed Hussain from 探花直播 hosted a groundbreaking conference examining the financing of green innovative SMEs in 探花直播 and the West Midlands.
'Giving women with endometriosis a voice has not yet ended their struggle' says 探花直播 academic after government announces inquiry
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 OCT
Following the announcement of a government inquiry into endometriosis, an academic who has researched the condition has warned that although the illness can be debilitating, remnants of a patriarchal society means that women often struggle to have their symptoms taken seriously.
Pioneering research on Muslim soldiers shortlisted for Times award
UNIVERSITY NEWS 17 SEP
Landmark research undertaken at 探花直播 has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education (THE) Award鈥檚 Research Project of the Year in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences category.
School of Law journal highlights the impact of staff and student research collaborations
UNIVERSITY NEWS 16 SEP
'Forward Thinking', the new journal created by 探花直播鈥檚 School of Law, showcases the excellent research collaborations between students and staff in the School of Law.
Art lecturer鈥檚 exhibition to represent iconic Longbridge car factory
UNIVERSITY NEWS 05 SEP
A 探花直播 lecturer is exhibiting an iconic 1979 Mini Cooper at the Ikon Gallery this September.
University bee colony causes a buzz
UNIVERSITY NEWS 03 SEP
探花直播 has welcomed a colony of 8,000 Buckfast bees to its city centre campus to aid to its teaching and research as well as bringing about environmental benefits.
Research seeks to increase flood resilience in 探花直播
UNIVERSITY NEWS 21 AUG
Researchers in 探花直播鈥檚 Water, Environment and Communities group have been conducting valuable research on building stronger flood resilience, both on a regional and national scale.
Evaluating psychological therapy for minority groups
UNIVERSITY NEWS 20 AUG
IAPT services are designed to improve access to psychological therapies, but are these treatments designed to work for everyone? That was the central question of Afsana Faheem鈥檚 PhD and it鈥檚 one that has sent her on a journey through multiple disciplines.
Postgraduate researcher nominated for architecture and design award
UNIVERSITY NEWS 15 AUG
A postgraduate researcher鈥檚 long standing work into architecture, planning and smart cities has been nominated for a prestigious award.
Associate Dean for Research shortlisted for prestigious Royal Society Pairing Scheme
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 AUG
Professor Maxine Lintern, Associate Dean for Research in the Faculty of Business Law and Social Sciences, has been shortlisted to take part in the Royal Society Pairing Scheme.
Experts gather for landmark sustainability conference
UNIVERSITY NEWS 8 AUG
Academics and industry leaders from multiple sectors gathered at 探花直播 to attend Conference SATURN, a conference, workshop and exhibition showcasing the University鈥檚 sustainability projects.
鈥楲ife-changing鈥� further education stricken by lack of funding
UNIVERSITY NEWS 23 JULY
Despite dramatic funding cuts, research has shown the life-changing effects of further education (FE) on students and those around them, but funding strategies need to change if FE colleges are to survive and thrive.
South Asian cricketers facing 鈥榖arrier鈥� to professional game
UNIVERSITY NEWS 5 JULY
Postgraduate researcher Tom Brown has been conducting on-the-ground research with Warwickshire Cricket Club in order to ascertain why British South Asian cricketers are not successfully making the leap from youth and part-time careers into full-time employment.
PhD students showcase their research at summer festival
UNIVERSITY NEWS 4 JULY
Postgraduate researchers from across 探花直播鈥檚 faculties came together to discuss their ideas and present their findings as part of RESFEST, an annual research festival.
Using big data to improve youth culture in 探花直播
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 JUNE
Postgraduate researcher and Midlands4Cities scholar Jill Robinson has partnered with Beatfreeks on an innovative research project investigating the role of big data in public sector policymaking.
Digital construction methods may present a cybersecurity risk, research suggests
UNIVERSITY NEWS 20 JUNE
Physical infrastructure shut down may now be more feasible than ever before thanks to the reliance on network-controlled systems in our buildings and public spaces.
Exploring the impact of forensic science in US law
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 JUNE
After becoming fascinated by the US legal system while doing her Master鈥檚, Amelia Shooter knew it would become the focus of her PhD.
Rethinking wayfinding: examining why people get lost
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 JUNE
Colette Jeffrey reflects on 20 years of experience designing more than 50 signage systems for a variety of public spaces.
Helping global car manufacturers with CO2 legislations
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 JUNE
Postgraduate researcher Nassir Ibrahim is focusing on ensuring car makers across the globe make the right decisions.
A different assessment of Brexit voters
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 JUNE
Much ground has been covered regarding Brexit, but what of the psychological traits and personalities of those that voted leave or remain? Postgraduate researcher Jay Rowe is on a mission to find out.
Examining the Sans Serif typeface
UNIVERSITY NEWS 7 JUNE
With the typeface鈥檚 history dating back to the nineteenth century, David Osbaldestin is conducting valuable research into the sans serif, its heritage and its use in the way we communicate.
Researchers make key recommendations for the future of music education
UNIVERSITY NEWS 5 JUNE
Research by 探花直播 has revealed the positive impact of music education on young people at risk of educational exclusion.
Research finds small town SMEs in a 鈥榗onstant state of adaptation鈥�
UNIVERSITY NEWS 4 JUNE
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) based in small towns are undergoing a constant state of adaptation in order to survive, according to research from 探花直播 and the University of 探花直播.
Postgraduate researcher discusses PhD Student of the Year award and USA placement
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 MAY
Rose Tempowski discusses her recent victory at the BLSS Deans Awards and her time in the USA..
探花直播 to host summer of research events
UNIVERSITY NEWS 15 MAY
PhD students have an array of events to attend and showcase their work at this coming July.
探花直播 Conservatoire host successful event to celebrate distribution deal
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 MAY
Our PhD researchers are shaping the future of entrepreneurship for some of the world鈥檚 most developing demographics.
PhD students improving global entrepreneurship
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 APR
Our PhD researchers are shaping the future of entrepreneurship for some of the world鈥檚 most developing demographics.
PhD students changing youth experiences in 探花直播
UNIVERSITY NEWS 04 APR
Four of our postgraduate researchers are conducting exciting, innovative projects that'll improve youth culture and experiences in the Second City.
Media lecturer releases debut book exploring popular music in Bulgaria
UNIVERSITY NEWS 03 APR
Media lecturer Asya Draganova has released her first book, exploring popular music in contemporary Bulgaria.
Sports students conducting research with regional sports teams
UNIVERSITY NEWS 01 APR
Three PhD students from the Department of Sport and Exercise are conducting their research with leading sports clubs.
Meet the Deal Or No Deal contestant turned children鈥檚 rights campaigner
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 MAR
PhD researcher Lamin Daffeh is breaking down the cultural barriers regarding children's rights to education.
Researchers find aftercare support lacking for premature birth families.
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 MAR
Researchers from 探花直播 have surveyed over 200 parents who have experienced premature births to evaluate their needs and the support they received from the health services.
Academics and charities discuss exciting collaborative research opportunities
UNIVERSITY NEWS 12 MAR
Representatives from the University and multiple organisations gathered as part of the Community-University Partnership Initiative.
Postdoctoral researcher awarded prestigious fellowship
UNIVERSITY NEWS 07 MAR
Dr Karen Patel has been awarded the AHRC Leadership Fellowship in collaboration with Crafts Council UK.
New research centre has a touch of C-LaSS
UNIVERSITY NEWS 05 MAR
Steve McCabe MP paid a return visit to the University to officially launch the Centre for Life and Sport Sciences.
Researcher explores fake news and image production in the Middle East
UNIVERSITY NEWS 04 MARCH
Professor Anthony Downey investigates the use of digital technologies and imagery in the Middle East in his forthcoming book, Unbearable States: Cultural Practices, Digital Activism, and Human Rights after the Arab Spring.
Media researchers edit ground-breaking book on the northern soul scene
UNIVERSITY NEWS 25 FEB
Two researchers from 探花直播 School of Media have joined forces to edit the world鈥檚 first collected anthology on the historic northern soul scene.
New TEF research a key milestone in the debate
UNIVERSITY NEWS 18 FEB
探花直播鈥檚 Professor Matt O鈥橪eary shares his views on what his new research with Dr Vanessa Cui and Dr Amanda French has revealed about the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
Labour MP visits University as part of Royal Society Pairing Scheme
UNIVERSITY NEWS 04 FEB
Selly Oak MP Steve McCabe paid a visit to our City South Campus to hear more about our innovative research.
BCU welcomes BASES for enlightening research event
UNIVERSITY NEWS 31 JAN
The British Association of Sport and Exercise Science came to BCU for an exciting research event, involving numerous researchers.
Opera researcher has mass appeal
UNIVERSITY NEWS 30 JAN
Postgraduate researcher Susie Self is on a mission to bring the delights of opera to the broader public, through her own shows and innovative research.
PGRs present their work with a twist at Inside//Out festival
UNIVERSITY NEWS 28 JAN
Researchers from across many different disciplines presented their research in a range of innovative and fun ways at BCU's annual PhD festival.
Research fellow takes findings on national tour
UNIVERSITY NEWS 17 JAN
Kate Carruthers-Thomas has presented her findings on gender in the workplace in a more innovative format, through the mediums of poetry, performance and interactive workshops.
School of Jewellery helps reconstruct Staffordshire Hoard helmet
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 DEC
Leading academics from 探花直播 and professionals from across the UK gathered at the 探花直播 Museum & Art Gallery to witness the unveiling of the Staffordshire Hoard helmet.
Anti-bullying researcher begins her journey to help change national policy
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 DEC
Elizabeth Nassem is hoping to utilise over 10 years of research into bullying to help make positive policy changes at a national level.
Doctoral Researcher's touring exhibition begins at Vittoria Street
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 DEC
A doctoral researcher鈥檚 work on eighteenth century enamel has turned into an exciting exhibition to be staged at various galleries across the West Midlands and Wales.
PE lecturer assesses primary school funding
UNIVERSITY NEWS 10 DEC
Senior Lecturer Grant Huddleston's research has looked into the funding stream for primary schools, how it is being spent, what can be improved and the potential impact.