Scepticism over the effectiveness of face masks is just one example of the former US President’s prolific dissent against scientists and doctors during the Covid pandemic – many of whom worked for the US Government. But ignoring the advice of experts was not a political characteristic confined just to the US. Now, an international team […]
Is looking after kids in the summer stressing you out? In need of a relaxing break? Maybe it’s time to unwind and practice some calming mindfulness. Over recent years, around the world, there has been growing interest in the practice which encourages people to pause, be fully present in the moment, and explore how to […]
Nestwork is a new platform that uses peer-to-peer learning to help students discover and secure their ideal careers. The platform was created by a diverse team led by current students Flynn Duggan and Samuel Ola, and recent graduates PoborEruesegbefe and Som E-Agwuegbo. The concept, born from a brainstorming session in their student accommodation, aims to […]
A single person needs to earn £29,500-a-year to reach a minimum acceptable standard of living in 2023 and a couple with two children need to earn £50,000 between them, according to the latest Minimum Income Standard (MIS) report. Researchers at Loughborough University’s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) have published their annual figures which […]
A glove and armband that gives people with upper limb prosthetics a sense of touch through haptic feedback is in development at the University of Bath, with a unique at-home trials set to begin in the coming weeks. Engineers at the University are working with Open Bionics, a Bristol company that created the world’s first […]
Parents and guardians may soon bid farewell to the nagging worry of missed spots when applying sun cream to their children’s skin, thanks to an invention by a Loughborough University student. Poppy Topping, a recent Product Design and Technology graduate, is the brains behind ‘Sunny’, an innovative sun cream applicator and monitor that is designed […]
Increasing understanding of conservation issues in schools doesn’t necessarily translate into attitude change, says new research from the Milner Centre for Evolution at the University of Bath. The findings suggest that conservation educational activities should be evaluated carefully to make sure they are achieving the desired objectives. With increasing urbanisation and advances in technology, children’s […]
iEngage is aimed at international and local undergraduate students who are studying within the areas of biomedical, medical, health and life sciences. The virtual research programme provides interactions and guidance from expert WWIEM researchers, helps to develop scientific skills, offers high-level insight and experience into world-class research, and delivers remote technical training in a range […]
