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All Advanced materials (61) Biotechnology (50) Cancer (51) Energy (52) Global inequalities (50) Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers secure £1.5 million EPSRC grant for ferroelectric nanomechanics Major milestone for Atom Valley as Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing Centre base build completes Scientists study breast milk as an early detection tool for breast cancer New study reveals how to unlock electromechanical properties in ceramic materials Simple test could take the pain out of womb cancer check Breast density clue for cancer risk Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researcher named to MIT Technology Review's Innovators 35 Under 35 global list Rocket experiment reveals new clues about how metals are made Royce Institute receives £95m funding to back the next generation of materials research £12.6 million programme to unlock the next generation of photonics and quantum technologies Lab-grown tumours could speed up cancer cures Scientists unmask immune cells that supercharge the fight against cancer New antimicrobials could help tackle deadly drug-resistant infections New insights could help improve quality of 3D-printed aluminium components New learning tool speeds up search for 2D quantum materials Scientists uncover promising new way to treat an ‘undruggable’ type of lung cancer Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø scientists observe water’s behaviour in a single molecular layer GEIC expands innovation capabilities with new bioengineering laboratory Real-time microscopy reveals how semiconductor nanowires grow, and how bismuth seeds can speed their formation Electrical control of spin signals demonstrated in graphene superlattices World-leading research receives cash boost in Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Space at Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø showcases strength of its research capability Professor Steve Eichhorn announced as incoming Director of Royce Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Three University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø honourees recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2026 Breakthrough steroid tweak cuts early deaths in Indian children with leukaemia Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers secure £1.3m to transform recycling of complex waste University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø techbio spin-out secures £5 million to deploy quantum physics, AI modelling, and highly automated labs to power next gen enzyme engineering Two CRUK Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Institute Clinician Scientists elected to the Academy of Medical Sciences Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø team steer electron spin ballistically in graphene Study reveals why epithelial cancer is more aggressive in some tissues The ICAM Renews Collaboration Framework Agreement with Expanded Scope How a Study Supported by Sarah Harding’s Legacy Transformed One Woman’s Future UK cancer scientists uncover genetic clues as to what drives tumour growth Ethnic land rights fail to provide Afro-Colombians with economic security Light-activated material offers new approach to carbon dioxide conversion New research indicates a simple blood test could detect the deadliest brain tumour in the future Large area MoSâ‚‚ reduces energy loss in magnetic memory films How loud is clean energy? Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø-led study explores potential impact of underwater noise from tidal energy Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers challenge misleading language around plastic waste solutions Study reveals inequalities in men with learning disabilities and prostate cancer Exhibition to showcase Digital Futures' research themes First atomic‑scale images of monolayer transition metal diiodides His Excellency, President of Saudi Water Authority, visits The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø to strengthen UK–Saudi water research collaboration Scientists develop stronger, longer-lasting perovskite solar cells Third Eve fellowship to understand and prevent aggressive womb cancer announced HydroGraph and GEIC expand collaboration to drive the graphene age Novel analysis shows promise for revealing early ovarian cancer signals University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø to lead £3m project to transform long-duration energy storage Major study launched to make advanced cancer treatments safer for patients UK social homes are unprepared for rising heat as policy fails to keep pace, new research warns CDT in 2D materials of Tomorrow part of the TechExpert pilot New research confirms HPV vaccination prevents cervical cancer New tool helps predict which brain tumours will require treatment Cutting energy demand could be the cheapest, most efficient route to net zero, new research says Study exposes cancer care deficit for patients with learning disabilities New study uncovers potential way to prevent breast cancer in pre-menopausal women Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø workshop advances technical understanding of mirror organism precursor technologies Friendly society donates £67,000 to fund Prevent Breast Cancer research project Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø engineers harness tunnel winds to transform railways into renewable power sources Study opens up possibility of bespoke prostate cancer treatment New research highlights importance of ingredient origins in aquaculture feed sustainability Commercial sunbeds should be banned in the UK, say experts Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø academics elected as Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows Leverhulme Trust and Wellcome Trust Combine Support University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø appointed as UN Academic Impact Vice-Chair for SDG10 research Tyndall Centre at 25: UK must step up climate ambition, report warns Scientists develop groundbreaking ‘blood on demand’ technology to revolutionise emergency transfusions University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø powers up brand new solar farm delivering clean energy to campus Blood test detects ovarian cancer with high accuracy, study finds New £13m nuclear programme to boost UK energy security through sustainable graphite innovation Graphene-enhanced, low-carbon concrete successfully laid at Northumbrian Water site Graphene-silver coating promises long-term defence against bacteria Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø scientists discover new light behaviour in common mineral gypsum Humanities graduates lead the conversation on global inequalities Skin swabs could detect Parkinson’s disease up to seven years before symptoms appear Concretene and GEIC proud to partner for another three years New study could improve early lung cancer detection for Hodgkin lymphoma survivors New blood test could stop melanoma patients becoming resistant to treatment New project to pioneer the principles of human genome synthesis Four University colleagues win prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry prizes The people of Greater Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø voice their thoughts on creating a Fairer World University research leads to Scotland’s largest maritime decarbonisation project The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø joins two new national research hubs to drive sustainable manufacturing Samra Turajlic appointed new director of the Cancer Research UK Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Institute Advancing renewable energy-powered solutions for water desalination Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers design 2D lattice to extend zinc-ion battery life Breakthrough in quantum materials: UK Scientists achieve precision activation of quantum defects in diamond University hosts international workshop on transportation electrification Rethinking Sustainability: A Collective Call to Action at The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø New research to reveal hidden microbial impact on CO2 storage The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Advances Zero-Emission Hydrogen Aviation Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø scientists develop new light-powered enzymes to make chemistry cleaner and greener New mass-spectrometry technique boosts enzyme screening speed by up to 1000 times Scientists develop new method to measure and predict hydrogen bond strength in confined water Life-saving technology detects patients in early, curable stages of liver cancer Researcher to Innovator (R2I) Programme - Apply by 8th April to secure a place Graphene-based programmable surfaces advance terahertz imaging and 6G communications Research to support young brain tumour survivors Scaling sustainable carbon fibre production: A breakthrough in lignin-based innovation Eli and Britt Harari Graphene award 2025 Dentists warn Government on dangers of antibiotic over-prescribing The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø to lead national review of offshore wind farm projects Kisii County ambulance services development Scientists develop hydrogen sensor that could pave the way for safer, cleaner energy Graphene Innovations Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø extends GEIC partnership for another three years The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø awarded key role in multi-million-pound LIBRTI Fusion Fuel Development Project University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers unveil breakthrough in quantum nanotechnology Doctoral training to develop the next generation of fusion energy experts Can a simple blood test spot the signs of skin cancer returning? The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø marks launch of new Africa Strategy with visit to Kenyan partners New research aims to tackle barriers to cervical cancer screening as UK rates fall Graphene Enterprise Award 2025 now open University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø and Bupa combine to affect change on environmental impact of healthcare sector The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø partners in £8.2 million initiative to accelerate diagnostic innovation Scientists create tiny motors that mimic nature Innovative enzyme breakthrough could transform drug and chemical manufacturing Breakthrough research unlocks potential for renewable plastics from carbon dioxide Leading scientists call for global conversation about mirror bacteria GDI climate justice experts awarded £1.3m to study land rights impact University partner wins prestigious award for sustainable materials innovation for net-zero University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø receives $1.3 million international donation to create new cancer research fund University receives major investment to support next generation of bioscience researchers Renewables and nuclear must work together to reach net zero, new report argues Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Professor champions sustainable music at Buckingham Palace Enzyme engineering has the potential to drive green, more efficient drug manufacturing Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø scientists develop ai trial to help people survive cancer Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø scientists unveil advanced materials that capture benzene in our atmosphere, tackling major health risk The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø and Vernacare join forces to revolutionise plastic use in healthcare NanoNeuroOmics The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø brings together industry leaders to tackle SF6 emissions UK's leading experts call for urgent action to decarbonise by 2050 University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers awarded £2 million as part of a global initiative into advancing the bioeconomy Developing sustainable coatings The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø’s M4 wave energy converter successfully launched in Australia Machine learning powers discovery of new molecules to enhance the safe freezing of medicines and vaccines Scientists develop artificial sugars to enhance disease diagnosis and treatment accuracy University awarded £2.4 million to develop new methods to accelerate the replacement and management of SF6 Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø leads European consortium to innovate cable technology for a greener power grid Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researcher awarded €1.5m ERC grant to revolutionise early detection of brain diseases New method could lower radiotherapy doses for some cancer patients Ground-breaking study reveals previously unknown genetic causes of colorectal cancer Women at lower risk of breast cancer after ovarian cancer diagnosis, research shows Government can save lives and smash inequalities by changing prostate cancer guidelines, say experts Scientists make breakthrough in development of fridge-free storage for vital medicines Redefining radiotherapy for bladder cancer UKRI award The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø £1.7m to investigate gendered energy inequalities Transforming prostate cancer treatment with targeted therapies Cancer Research UK National Biomarker Centre opens Bio-inspired ceramics: how DeakinBio are tackling one of the most polluting industries worldwide Unlocking the future of biotechnology: ICED revolutionises enzyme design The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø set to put the north-west on the biotech map with coalition launch Beer brewed with novel yeast hybrid celebrates 200 years of University research and could lead to a more sustainable future Energy trades could help resolve Nile conflict Scientists urge action over life-threatening pollution from solar power waste in Africa Revolutionary molecular device unleashes potential for targeted drug delivery and self-healing materials Cancer Research UK Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Centre to receive £8.5m boost for clinician scientist training Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers help secure £49.35m to boost mass spectrometry research Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø team to be presented with prestigious international award for cancer research Postdoctoral researcher wins prestigious Women in Science award for sustainable development Kinder test could improve diagnosis of womb cancer Raymond Schofield Awarded 2024 Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences age 98 Transformational gift set to redefine global development research for the 21st century at University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Artificial Intelligence reveals prostate cancer is not just one disease The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø awarded nearly £7 million to advance UK's engineering biology initiatives Scientists develop new biocontainment method for industrial organisms Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers develop first ever guideline for cancer screening in rare muscle disease Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø professors honoured in 2024 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø awarded UKAEA funding for fusion development Chancellor of the Exchequer visits The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø to discuss reform of UK’s power network MP visits revolutionary bioprinting facility at University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø and Shell partner to bring more sustainable chemical manufacturing to market The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø’s Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) in Industrial Biotechnology hits 100,000 learners Sails and satellite navigation could cut shipping industry’s emissions by up to a third Sustainability transitions in energy, mobility, food: Research shifts focus from future goals to real-world change processes African Cities Research Consortium starts new research pilot projects University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø to lead Sellafield’s new Centre of Expertise in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Scientists one step closer to re-writing world’s first synthetic yeast genome, unravelling the fundamental building blocks of life University to train next generation of AI researchers in new UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training New Research Explores Role of Innovation Intermediaries in Shaping the Future of AI-Enabled Engineering Biology Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Catalyst (IBIC) launches to drive economic growth in the north-west of England The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø secures major bioscience funding to harness the activity of microbiomes for a more sustainable future Revolutionising osteoarthritis treatment through bioprinting Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø research to boost bioprinting technology to address critical health challenges in space Northern regions relegated to bottom of child health league table Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø researchers to take a leading role in four national energy research centres Researchers develop a new approach to scale-up manufacturing of life-saving oligonucleotide therapeutics Two innovative research teams win Royal Society of Chemistry’s prestigious Horizon Prizes The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø leading innovation in hydrogen economy Peace in Sudan depends on justice for the Darfur genocide Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø partners with National Grid to progress three net zero innovation projects National Grid and University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø pilot drone-mounted electric field sensors for pylon inspections Scientists develop a ‘cosmic concrete’ that is twice as strong as regular concrete Aoife Taylor: from PhD to CEO New consortium aims to expand patient access to life-saving oligonucleotide therapeutics Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø leads UK project to assess BECCS’ future role in the NW industrial cluster Science and Engineering: a review of our top stories University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø and National Grid named Best Innovation in Net Zero Sequencing project to unleash the biotechnology potential of single-celled algae Governments urged not to miss the boat on green fuel shipping New innovation to recover hydrogen from waste could help safeguard UK energy security University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø and National Grid team up to develop SF6-free retrofill solution for electricity network Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø’s global challenge-tackling partnership with National Grid shortlisted for Bhattacharyya Award 'Tales From The future' - a new way forward for beer brewing Engineering enzymes to help solve the planet's plastic problem A modern space race needs to be built on sustainability University hosts world’s largest energy research & social science conference Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø experts are designing AI-powered machines tough enough to work safely in hostile hotspots Energy Innovation Agency launches to accelerate Greater Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø’s net zero transition A robot called Lyra is helping transform nuclear infrastructure inspection New research funding for sustainable forest transitions announced Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø revealed as a ‘Northern Humanitarian Powerhouse’ Tackling inequality is key for post-Covid economic recovery say experts Healthcare workers are still coming under attack during the coronavirus pandemic 2020 New Year Honours for University academics A global ‘toilet revolution’ is underway – but it’s polluting water and ignoring the urban poor Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø launches plan to address UN targets by 2030 Social media use contributing to poor mental health in Indonesia, research finds New book reveals the extent to which women are under-valued in global value chains Narendra Modi’s performance on the Indian economy – five key policies assessed New research shows community forest management reduces both deforestation and poverty We know how food production needs to change if crisis is to be avoided – so why isn’t this happening? Why Brazil’s Zika virus requires a political treatment Concerted campaign helps women in Kenya’s flower industry get a better deal After Bonn, 5 things to watch for in the coming year of global climate policy Theatre group teams up with University to put migration in the spotlight The Sierra Leone mudslide disaster isn’t over yet – here’s what the world must do Technology used for gazing into space could help solve the world’s food crisis Enormous promise for new parasitic infection treatment Graduation success for inspiring Rwandan academic Slow progress in stillbirth prevention highlighted by landmark research series India and Pakistan set to benefit from new autism treatment Rising risk of obesity among China’s ‘left behind children’ The oldest war crime in the book Fight against disease goes global as Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø professor publishes 15 papers in one day EXPERT COMMENT: United Nations Summit, New York Europe’s largest global poverty and inequality Institute created Bid to cut childbirth mortality with game for African midwives Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø presents to the United Nations Expert Commentary: International Day in Support of Victims of Torture Project to support Roma Voice forges ahead UK constitutional law conference at The University of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Music legends back project bringing the arts to conflict areas Refugee children’s chilling images of Syria conflict to go on show Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø gives city’s Roma community a voice EXPERT COMMENTARY: Migrant deaths at sea In Place of War hosts night of music as it brings the arts to conflict areas
