Targeting mosquito spit to halt virus spread
A molecule in mosquito saliva has been identified as a potential target for vaccination against a range of diseases for which there is no protection or medicine.
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A high note for research and education
A fanfare performed by the Black Dyke Band has marked the official opening of the Sir William Henry Bragg building, a hub for physical sciences and engineering teaching and research at the University.
Rogue proteins targeted by new technology
Scientists plan to develop technology to isolate and extract fragments of a "rogue" protein linked to diabetes.
Open and shut case – the benefits of good ventilation in schools
As the number of COVID-19 cases across the UK fall, head teachers are being urged to retain measures to keep classrooms well ventilated.
Science Minister George Freeman visits Nexus
The UK Science Minister visited the University to learn how its state-of-the-art innovation hub is helping the city region become a global force in health technology.
Building teenagers’ resilience to say 'No' to smoking
A training programme to help teenagers say “No” if they are offered a cigarette or asked to vape is being offered to schools under a licensing deal signed by the University.
Investigating how scarred hearts affect athletes
New research will monitor the heartbeats of more than 100 athletes over two years to measure how endurance exercise impacts their heart.
Revolutionary dyeing process wins Circular Future Fund prize
A ground-breaking project to develop a new polyester dyeing technology has beaten more than 240 projects in a competition to win a share of the Circular Future Fund.
Novel approach to brain tumour treatment
A potential new approach to treating one of the most common and devastating forms of brain cancer in adults has been developed in a seven-year research project.
Loneliness leads to higher risk of future unemployment
Experiencing loneliness appears to lead to a higher risk of future unemployment, according to new research.