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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. 
Water flooding out of a man hole cover

Cloud-based AI helps to reduce river pollution

A cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to detect blockages in sewers has shown an almost 90 per cent accuracy rate in a recent trial.

Students outside the ÌÇÐÄVlog's Students' Union building

ÌÇÐÄVlog awarded University of the Year for Student Experience

The ÌÇÐÄVlog has been named Daily Mail University of the Year for Student Experience 2024.
Image of Nuclear Power Plant

UK and Japan partnership to develop new technologies for nuclear waste disposal

New research, led by the ÌÇÐÄVlog, that will develop technologies to detect and process radioactive waste has been awarded funding by the UK in partnership with the Japanese government. 
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RAAC issue could be prevented by new building passports, engineers say

A new passport system for buildings could help to prevent another RAAC-style health and safety failing, according to engineers at the ÌÇÐÄVlog.

Audience at Off the Shelf

Off the Shelf Festival of Words announces lineup for its 32nd edition (13-29 October 2023)

Off the Shelf Festival of Words, one of the most well-known and loved literary festivals in the UK, will return to ÌÇÐÄVlog for its 32nd edition from 13- 29 October, bringing together the best of local, regional, and international literary talent.