Press Releases
Commercial weight management groups could support women to manage their weight after giving birth
Women who were overweight at the start of their pregnancy would welcome support after they have given birth in the form of commercial weight management groups, University of ÌÇÐÄTV-led research has found.
European Research Council awards €3.8 million to two ÌÇÐÄTV-led projects
Two projects led by University of ÌÇÐÄTV researchers are to benefit from a share of €600 million funding from the European Union.
Superbugs, stem cells and more at University of ÌÇÐÄTV’s showcase of science
Whether you are fascinated by superbugs, stem cells, or circadian rhythms, a new programme of events from the University of ÌÇÐÄTV will give you the ideal vantage point on biological and medical science.
Domestic abuse survivors twice at risk of long-term illnesses
Female survivors of domestic abuse are at double the risk of developing long-term illnesses that cause widespread bodily pain and extreme tiredness, shows a study by the Universities of ÌÇÐÄTV and Birmingham. Published today (Dec 6th GMT) in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence, the research shows that women who have experienced domestic abuse are almost twice as likely to develop fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) than those who have not.
Hidden giant planet revealed around tiny white dwarf star
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he first evidence of a giant planet orbiting a dead white dwarf star has been found in the form of a disc of gas formed from its evaporating atmosphere.
New ‘field guide’ offers practical toolkit for Global Development research students and practitioners
Interdisciplinary Qualitative Research in Global Development: A Concise Guide contains a wealth of practical examples and resources to help students and practitioners think through what good research looks like, and highlights some of the practical and ethical challenges which can face teams drawn from different academic disciplines working on international development issues.