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Dying 'monster' star discovered

Published
Wednesday 28th September, 2011
Categories
Science
Technology

The final throes of one of the largest and rarest stars in our galaxy have been discovered by astrophysicists using the European Southern Observatory (ESO).

Polymer gel batteries

Published
Friday 9th September, 2011
Categories
Science
Technology

University of Leeds scientists have invented a new type of polymer gel that can be used to make safer, smaller and cheaper lithium batteries.

Crystal clear research

Published
Monday 5th September, 2011
Categories
Technology
Science

Scientists have successfully created synthetic crystals whose structures and properties mimic those of naturally occurring biominerals such as seashells.

M&S and the University on the hunt for your M&S memories

Published
Thursday 25th August, 2011
Categories
Business & Economy
Working with business

Marks & Spencer and the University have today launched a search for people to contribute to the M&S Company Archive by coming forward with their stories and memories of the retailer.