Swansea University
Recent News About Swansea University
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Mosquito feeding patterns reveal flexibility impacting disease transmission predictions
A recent study published in Global Ecology and Biogeography has shed light on the flexible feeding patterns of mosquitoes, which could significantly impact how mosquito-driven disease transmission is tracked and predicted amid climate change.
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New project IGNITE aims to transform UK's steel supply chain
The UK steel supply chain is set to undergo significant transformation with the launch of a new project called IGNITE.
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Steelworker turns student: A journey into healthcare science
The former steelworks operator, Jason, has taken a new path by pursuing a BSc in Healthcare Science (Medical Engineering) at Swansea University after opting for redundancy.
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Swansea University rises to highest-ever position in global rankings
Swansea University has achieved its highest-ever global ranking, marking a steady climb over the past five years.
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Study finds lupus diagnosis can take up to four decades
The recent study on lupus diagnosis has highlighted significant delays in diagnosing the autoimmune disease, with some patients waiting up to 40 years for a correct diagnosis.
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Study examines difficulties in recognizing faces across different ethnicities
Professor Jeremy Tree and Dr. Alex Jones from the School of Psychology have published a study in the Journal of Experimental Psychology exploring "other ethnicity blindness" or "category selective face blindness."
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Swansea University achieves top 40 rank in THE Impact Rankings
Swansea University has secured a position in the global top 40 of the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.
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Swansea University partners with Thai school for student exchange program
In a groundbreaking agreement between Swansea University and Thailand, students from Finn School in Bangkok will have the opportunity to join the final year of the BSc Global Business Management (Top Up) program at Swansea.
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Swansea University leads £3m nature-based climate adaptation project
Swansea University is leading a consortium awarded £3 million for a national project aimed at using nature to help cities address climate change.
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Study reveals mixed impact of protected areas on avian biodiversity
Establishing protected areas is a key conservation strategy aimed at mitigating the extinction crisis by enhancing biodiversity.
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Historian honored for contributions to British heritage preservation
Professor Maurice Whitehead, an emeritus professor of history, has been recognized for his decade-long contributions as Director of Heritage Collections and Research Fellow at the Venerable English College in Rome.
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Plastic surgeon receives OBE for contributions to surgery
Professor Iain Whitaker, a prominent figure in the field of plastic surgery, has been recognized with an OBE for his contributions to clinical practice, research, and training.
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WISERD receives £1.6m funding for research into community collaboration
The Wales Institute of Social and Economic Research and Data (WISERD) has been awarded £1.6 million by the UKRI Economic and Social Research Council for a three-year research initiative titled "People, Places, and the Public Sphere."
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Global initiative highlights need for expanded ocean conservation efforts
The global research project MegaMove, endorsed by the United Nations, involves nearly 400 scientists from over 50 countries.
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Swansea graduates lead performance teams at Chelsea and West Ham
Tom Taylor and Jordan Smith, both graduates of Swansea University, have taken on prominent roles as lead Physical Performance Coaches at Chelsea Football Club and West Ham United respectively.
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UK universities unite for women's entrepreneurship initiative
Five universities, led by Imperial College London, are joining forces to form the WE Innovate National network.
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CISM partners with Space Forge for advanced semiconductor technology
Under a new agreement, Space Forge, based in South Wales, will become the first incubation client at the Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM).
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Swansea paramedic students engage in major incident training exercise
A major incident exercise was conducted to train paramedic students, offering them a realistic environment to enhance their skills in managing emergencies.
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Baboons' travel formations linked to friendships rather than survival
Baboons often travel in structured line formations known as 'progressions' when moving through their home range.
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Technocamps wins recognition at SheCanCode awards for promoting inclusivity in STEM
Technocamps, a program based at Swansea University with hubs across Wales, has been recognized for its efforts to make STEM education more inclusive.