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Warwick University Astronomers Discover 85 Exoplanet Candidates with Earth-Like Temperatures

PRESS RELEASE -- 25, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Astronomers, led by Faith Hawthorn at the University of Warwick, have identified 85 potential exoplanets outside our solar system with temperatures comparable to planets in our own Solar System, making them potentially habitable. These exoplanet candidates, similar in … Read the full press release

Revolutionary AcuPebble Diagnostic Device Aims to Transform Sleep Apnoea Diagnosis

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick, in collaboration with other institutions and charities, are leading a groundbreaking initiative to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). OSA often goes undiagnosed, leading to sleep disturbances and … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Undergraduate Lisa Kay Receives British Empire Medal for Charity Work and Refugee Support

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Lisa Kay, a social sciences undergraduate at the University of Warwick, has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year Honours list for her exceptional charity work and services to refugees. She raised over £6,000 … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Appoints Amr Arafa as Chief Digital Officer to Drive Tech-Enabled Transformation

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, November 2023

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut, a leading cocoa and chocolate products manufacturer, has appointed Amr Arafa as its Chief Digital Officer (CDO) to spearhead the company’s commitment to becoming an agile and tech-enabled organization. In this newly created role, Arafa will … Read the full press release

Mathematicians Redesign IVF Needles to Enhance Fertility Treatment Success Rates

PRESS RELEASE -- 9, November 2023

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking study, mathematicians have collaborated with medical experts to redesign the needles used in IVF procedures, significantly improving the chances of successful pregnancies through fertility treatments. The research, conducted over five years and published in the … Read the full press release

Warwick University-Led Study Reveals Disparities in Emergency Care Wait Times for Frail and Elderly Patients in NHS Hospitals

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, November 2023

(IN BRIEF) A recent study conducted by the University of Warwick in collaboration with the Society for Acute Medicine has exposed disparities in emergency care wait times between younger, healthier patients with straightforward medical issues and older, frailer patients with … Read the full press release

Romans Were Environmental Pioneers: Study Uncovers Ancient Recycling of Silver Coins

PRESS RELEASE -- 17, October 2023

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the University of Liverpool and the University of Warwick reveals that the Romans were early practitioners of recycling. The study, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, examined the presence of gold impurities … Read the full press release

Diverse Voices Recognized: EBRD Literature Prize 2024 Announced

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, October 2023

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the launch of the EBRD Literature Prize 2024. This prestigious literary award recognizes works of fiction originally published in a language from a country where the EBRD invests, … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Achieves Triple Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

PRESS RELEASE -- 29, September 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has received the highest accolade, a Gold rating, across all three categories of student experience, student outcomes, and overall assessment in the government’s Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Out of 228 universities participating in the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Strengthens Ties with Ukraine Through Educational Leadership Program

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, September 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has solidified its connections with Ukraine by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ukrainian Leadership Academy and Ukraine’s Ministry of Education and Science. This agreement, signed by Stuart Croft, Vice-Chancellor of the … Read the full press release

Coventry City Council and E.ON Launch Pioneering 15-Year Partnership to Boost Carbon Reduction and Local Economy

PRESS RELEASE -- 20, September 2023

(IN BRIEF) Coventry City Council has embarked on a unique 15-year partnership with E.ON, designating the energy company as the city’s Strategic Energy Partner. This groundbreaking initiative aims to revolutionize energy usage in Coventry by prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion … Read the full press release

Birthweight Relative to Gestational Age Influences Child Cognitive Development, Study Reveals

PRESS RELEASE -- 1, September 2023

(IN BRIEF) A recent study by Bielefeld University and the University of Warwick investigated the connection between infant birthweight, gestational age, and subsequent cognitive issues. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, suggests that a larger birthweight is generally linked … Read the full press release

Graphene’s Proton Permeability Breakthrough Paves the Way for Green Hydrogen Revolution, Finds Joint Study by University of Warwick and University of Manchester

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, August 2023

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Warwick and the University of Manchester have made a groundbreaking discovery about the permeability of graphene to protons. A decade ago, it was demonstrated that graphene allowed protons to pass through, defying theoretical … Read the full press release

University of Warwick’s Biodiversity-Enhancing Roundabout Named Roundabout of the Year 2024

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, August 2023

(IN BRIEF) A roundabout at the University of Warwick has been named Roundabout of the Year 2024 for its contribution to promoting biodiversity and supporting the local ecosystem. The roundabout features a variety of plant species known for attracting bees, … Read the full press release

University of Warwick’s Dr. Elena Riva Receives National Teaching Fellowship for Advancing Interdisciplinary Education and Wellbeing

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, August 2023

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Elena Riva, an Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, has been awarded the 2023 National Teaching Fellowship for her outstanding work in enhancing students’ learning experience and promoting interdisciplinary education and wellbeing in the curriculum. Her … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Shortlisted for University of the Year at UK Social Mobility Awards 2023

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, August 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has been nominated for the University of the Year award at the UK Social Mobility Awards 2023. The awards recognize organizations that are actively working to advance social mobility within their workforce and beyond. … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Receives Grant to Study Impact of Trade on NCD Prevention Policies

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, August 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Law & Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit (Law & NCD Unit) has been granted £813,600 by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to study the impact of trade on implementing policies to … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Appoints Professor Satyajit Mayor as Leverhulme International Professor

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, July 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick is proud to announce the appointment of Professor Satyajit Mayor as its first Leverhulme International Professor. Professor Mayor is a distinguished scholar and an elected member of esteemed academies worldwide. He brings extensive expertise … Read the full press release

University of Warwick to Award Honorary Degrees for Summer 2023 Graduation Ceremonies

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, July 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has announced the recipients of honorary degrees for the upcoming summer 2023 graduation ceremonies. The esteemed honorary graduates come from diverse fields and have made remarkable contributions to their respective domains. The recipients include … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Innovation Campus in Stratford-upon-Avon Advances Growth Plans

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, July 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick’s plans to expand its Innovation Campus in Stratford-upon-Avon have taken a significant step forward as Stratford-on-Avon District Council has approved a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) to guide its long-term growth. The SPD, designed and … Read the full press release