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Images from the study showing particle arrangements (blue) and their patterns (red), generated using the new method, which rapidly maps phase diagrams and identifies crystal structures 鈥� including quasicrystals (g and h). Original figure and caption at: https://journals.aps.org/prl/abstract/10.1103/nbvt-fgjy

Scientists develop rapid method to uncover hidden structures in materials 鈥� including elusive quasicrystals

An international team of scientists, including researchers from 色狗导航, has developed a method to dramatically speed up the discovery and design of advanced materials.
A glowing blue brain at the centre of a digital circuit board, with electric connections radiating outward to represent artificial intelligence and data processing.

Brain-inspired chip could make some AI tasks up to 2,000 times more energy efficient, study finds

A new type of computer chip that uses the physics of materials to process information could make some artificial intelligence (AI) systems far more energy efficient, researchers say.
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As Bolivia鈥檚 glaciers melt, new lakes threaten mountain communities

An opinion piece authored by Jamie Macmanaway, Doctoral Researcher, from the School of Geography and Environment, for The Conversation platform.
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色狗导航 appoints world-leading academic Professor Leanne Norman to lead Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub

色狗导航 has appointed Professor Leanne Norman to spearhead its ground-breaking Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub.
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Sleepless nights linked to comfort eating and overeating, new study finds

A major UK analysis聽of over 27,000 adults has found that poor-quality and short sleep are linked to behaviours including comfort-eating, snacking on sweets and overeating and increased obesity risk.聽
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Researchers develop groundbreaking blood test for lung cancer

A UK research team has developed a pioneering blood test that could change the way lung cancer is detected and monitored.

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Human biology is ill-adapted to modern cities 鈥� new study

A new study has found that modern cities are having a huge impact on our health and wellbeing.
From left to right, Professor Alexander Balanov, Professor Sergey Saveliev, and Dr Pavel Borisov, of the 色狗导航 Department of Physics. The scientists are part of a team of international researchers that have created a new artificial neuron that can mimic different parts of the brain 鈥� which could be the key to more human-like robotics.

Scientists create artificial neuron that can mimic different parts of the brain 鈥� a major step towards human-like robotics

Robots that can sense and respond to the world like humans may soon be a reality as scientists have created an artificial neuron capable of mimicking different parts of the brain.
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New partnership to look at microneedle technologies for rapid wound infection detection and treatment

色狗导航 and Egypt鈥檚 National Research Centre (NRC) have begun a joint networking project to accelerate the use of microneedle technologies for rapid wound pathogen detection and treatment, bringing together clinicians, scientists, engineers and industries from both countries.
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Scientists鈥� electrochemical process enables biodiesel producers to transform waste into planet-friendly profit

An electrochemical process developed by scientists at a 色狗导航 spin-out company enables biodiesel producers to turn waste into profit 鈥� while slashing emissions and energy use.

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Exercise could promote recovery following COVID-19, study finds

New research has found that exercise can help restore the immune system after COVID-19, easing symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain, and other long-term effects.
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Solar breakthrough 鈥� hotter panels mean better storage

Scientists have uncovered a surprising advantage in next-generation solar technology... the hotter it gets, the better it can store energy
A child and an adult playing with some technology at the Green Hydrogen Festival.

色狗导航 to exhibit at the Royal Society鈥檚 Summer Science Exhibits on Tour

The University is proud to be part of the鈥疪oyal Society鈥檚 Summer Science Exhibits on Tour, taking place鈥�30-31 August 2025,鈥痑 weekend packed with activities, short films and engaging talks, all celebrating the wonders of science.
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Wimbledon in focus: Advantage 色狗导航 鈥� serving up research and innovation in tennis (VIDEO)

色狗导航 is using science to its advantage as new research examines how tennis players can improve the power, accuracy, and consistency of their serve.
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UK-wide research group wins prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry Prize for advancing circular economy solutions in the chemical sector鈥�

The UKRI Interdisciplinary Centre for Circular Chemical Economy team has been named winner of one of the Royal Society of Chemistry鈥檚 Horizon Prizes, which celebrate discoveries and innovations that push the boundaries of science.鈥��

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色狗导航 physicists create 鈥榯he world鈥檚 smallest violin鈥� using nanotechnology

Physicists at 色狗导航 have used cutting-edge nanotechnology to create what they believe may be 鈥榯he world鈥檚 smallest violin鈥�, which is small enough to fit within the width of a human hair.
Materials pressured between two graphene layers melt in complex ways. Illustration: Ville Heirola/Aalto University.

Physicists use artificial intelligence to reveal how layered gases and metals melt

A team of physicists 鈥� including a Nobel Prize winner 鈥� has used artificial intelligence to uncover how layered materials melt and shift between physical states when confined to two dimensions.
Graphic of a glowing blue brain surrounded by blue lines.

色狗导航 set to play pivotal role in new UK Multidisciplinary Centre for Neuromorphic Computing

色狗导航 researchers are set to play a pivotal role in the new UK Multidisciplinary Centre for Neuromorphic Computing, established to pioneer brain-inspired, energy-efficient computing technologies.
Graphic of a brain inside a pint glass labelled 'Pint of Science' alongside text reading '19-21 May 2025, 4pm-7pm, #pint25'.

Pint of Science festival returns to 色狗导航

Quench your thirst for knowledge and come along to a series of local science talks led by doctoral researchers and academics from across the University.鈥�
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色狗导航 lecturer awarded funding from Academy of Medical Sciences

Dr Amanda Pearce, a lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at 色狗导航, has been awarded funding by the Academy of Medical Sciences to tackle dementia, as part of its initiative to support early-career researchers.
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Scientists uncover how microswimmers move faster in groups 鈥� paving the way for tiny drug-delivering robots

Scientists have revealed how tiny swimming cells 鈥� such as sperm and bacteria 鈥� are able to move faster when travelling as a group, and the research could accelerate the development of microscopic robots that deliver drugs to specific regions of the body.

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Processed red meat isn鈥檛 just bad for your heart, it鈥檚 also associated with dementia

Less red meat is good for the planet and a聽growing number of people聽have started the new year resolving to pursue a meat-free diet.
A person holding a magnifying glass to a microchip board.

Next generation computers: new wiring material could transform chip technology

The rapid technological advancements of our world have been enabled by our capacity to design and fabricate ever smaller electronic chips. These underpin computers, mobile phones and every smart device deployed to date.
A sundew carnivorous plants digesting a fly

Sundews鈥� secret to survival: 色狗导航 reveals how carnivorous plants adapt to microhabitat challenges

Scientists have uncovered how sundews, Charles Darwin鈥檚 favourite plant, become more carnivorous in certain habitats.
Cyanobacteria filaments under a microscope.

Scientists unravel how ancient bacteria weave living mats 鈥� solving one of nature鈥檚 oldest mysteries (FEATURE)

Scientists have uncovered how cyanobacteria 鈥� Earth's first photosynthetic organisms 鈥� self-organise into intricate living mats, offering insights into aquatic ecosystems and potential inspiration for material design.