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Summer learning proves a hit in Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth University’s annual summer residential programme for young people who want to sample student life has proved to be a hit once more this year.
Read articleBequest boost for physics research at Aberystwyth University
An Aberystwyth graduate whose work was recognised by NASA has bequeathed over £720,000 to his former university to support research and the Old College project.
Read articleCrickets in your brownies? Insect-based food taste tests
Welsh scientists are testing how people react to eating food containing insects as part of research into greener protein.
Read articleIrregular, not illegal: what the UK government’s language reveals about its new approach to immigration
Writing in The Conversation, Gillian McFadyen from the Department of International Politics discusses one of Keir Starmer’s first acts as Prime Minister to end the Rwanda asylum plan signalling a shift towards more compassionate immigration policies.
Read articleNew dawn for space storm alerts could help shield Earth's tech
Space storms could soon be forecasted with greater accuracy than ever before thanks to a big leap forward in our understanding of exactly when a violent solar eruption may hit Earth.
Read articleAberystwyth University research uses AI to improve support for modern slavery survivors
Organisations and policymakers supporting survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery now have a better understanding of their needs, thanks to an innovative research project led by an Aberystwyth law professor.
Read articleInside the political struggle at the IPCC that will determine the next six years of climate science
Writing in The Conversation, Hannah Hughes form the Department of International Politics discusses how the next cycle of IPCC reports will be complicated by political division that highlight the growing influence of climate science on international policy.
Read articleUkraine war: religious leaders are playing an important (and unusual) role
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Jenny Mathers from the Department of International Politics discusses how religious leaders have significantly influenced the Ukraine war reflecting the complex interplay of religion and politics.
Read articleContributors sought for Ceredigion digital connectivity study
Researchers at Aberystwyth University are looking for contributors for a new study into the effects of poor internet connections on rural communities.
Read articleTwo years of nursing education celebrated at Royal Welsh
A celebration of the first two years of nursing education at Aberystwyth University will be held at the Royal Welsh Showground today (11:30am, Tuesday, 23 July).
Read articleUK recognition for new student employment initiative
An Aberystwyth University initiative to improve the job prospects of students less likely to attend university has been recognised at a major UK awards ceremony.
Read articleAberystwyth University makes Stonewall’s top 50
Aberystwyth University is one of the UK’s leading employers for LGBTQ+ inclusivity according to a leading charity.
Read articleUniversity honours Welsh football legend Jess Fishlock
Professional footballer and coach Jess Fishlock MBE has been honoured with a Fellowship of the University.
Read articleHonorary Fellowship awarded to biochemist and skincare brand founder
Dr Anna Persaud, an Aberystwyth alumna and CEO and Founder of luxury British skincare and wellness brand This Works, has been presented with a Fellowship of the University.
Read articleCo-founders of premium jeans brand awarded Honorary Fellowships
Clare and David Hieatt, co-founders of The Do Lectures and Hiut Denim Co, have been presented with Honorary Fellowships of the University.
Read articleHow Vaughan Gething’s short period as First Minister fell apart – and what it means for Welsh Labour
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Huw Lewis from the Department of International Politics discusses the difficult questions facing the Labour Party in Wales.
Read articleHonorary Fellowship presented to Manon Steffan Ros
Award-winning author, columnist and scriptwriter, Manon Steffan Ros, has been presented with a Fellowship of the University.
Read articleWorld-renowned microbiologist awarded Honorary Fellowship
Professor Sir Stewart Cole KCMG FRS, an internationally renowned microbiologist working in global health, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the University as part of its annual graduation celebrations.
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