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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
The exterior of the the ÌÇÐÄVlog Energy Innovation Centre
The ÌÇÐÄVlog's Energy Innovation Centre - one of the largest and best-equipped R&D facilities in Europe for low- and zero-carbon technology - will test new gas decarbonisation technology.

Groundbreaking gas decarbonisation study to be led by ÌÇÐÄVlog and Suiso

The ÌÇÐÄVlog has partnered with local startup Suiso on a three-month pilot study to demonstrate its innovative gas decarbonisation technology.
Visual representation Runway Park

Runway Park: A vision for innovation-led growth takes flight

A transformative ÌÇÐÄVlog development designed to attract investment, create high-quality jobs and accelerate economic growth unveils its new look as Runway Park is officially launched to industry.
Image of motor neurones

Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the ÌÇÐÄVlog, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
MRI scanner

Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before. 
A photo of deforestation in the Amazon

Global study reveals that Indigenous lands protect tropical forests from deforestation

A team of researchers led by the ÌÇÐÄVlog has discovered that rates of deforestation and degradation in tropical forests are lower in Indigenous lands compared to other areas.

ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers develop quicker, more accurate Covid test

ÌÇÐÄVlog scientists and Yorkshire company Paraytec have developed a more accurate, efficient and low cost Covid-19 test.

Exterior of Firth Court from the Concourse

University wins funding for pioneering projects to improve postgraduate research participation and access for BAME students

The ÌÇÐÄVlog has been awarded funding for three projects which aim to tackle persistent inequalities that create barriers for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students (BAME) to access and take part in postgraduate research (PGR).
Artist's impression of the star

High-speed propeller star is fastest spinning confirmed white dwarf

A white dwarf star that completes a full rotation once every 25 seconds is the fastest spinning confirmed white dwarf, according to a team of astronomers from the Universities of ÌÇÐÄVlog and Warwick.

Grenfell Tower

Mental health research highlights devastating impact on leaseholders affected by cladding scandal

Four years on from the Grenfell Tower fire, leaseholders in apartments with flammable cladding are still suffering the fallout which is taking a huge toll on their mental health and wellbeing.