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Climate tipping points: first proof of early warning ‘flickers’
Proof of shifts between extreme drought and heavy rainfall before a major climate tipping point has been found for the first time in ancient lake sediments.
Read articleUkraine war: Putin is using Russian children to promote his version of history on Victory Day
Writing in The Conversation Dr Jenny Mathers from the Department of International Politics and Dr Allyson Edwards from Bath Spa University discuss how Russia’s children are central to keeping the memory of the Second World War alive with the St George Ribbon.
Read articleArtistic performance to explore interplay between science and the natural world
Humans' complex relationship with the natural world will be explored in a new theatre production by an Aberystwyth artist and lecturer at Aberystwyth Arts Centre next month.
Read articleVeterinary nurse degree to begin this September in Aberystwyth
Veterinary nurses will begin studying at Aberystwyth University from this September as part of plans to expand Wales’ only School of Veterinary Science.
Read articleFormer First Minister to discuss Wales’ constitutional future
Wales’ former First Minister will discuss the constitutional future of Wales at a talk at the University later this month.
Read articleMore nutritious white bread could be on shelves, thanks to funding
Healthier white bread could soon appear on the shelves of bakers and grocers across the UK thanks to research at Aberystwyth University.
Read articleAberystwyth Professor presides over first official ceremony as Archdruid
Award-winning poet and Professor of Welsh and Celtic Studies, Mererid Hopwood, has presided over her first official ceremony as Archdruid, the head of the Gorsedd of the Bards.
Read articleReality TV in the UK is almost dead – why The Traitors offers a last glimmer of hope
Writing in The Conversation, Professor Jamie Medhurst from the Department of Theatre, Film & Television Studies discusses reality TV in the UK and how shows like The Traitors could help reverse their declining popularity.
Read articleAberystwyth nest box project looks at climate change impact on bird breeding
New nest boxes have started appearing around Aberystwyth as part of a new study to understand the impact of climate change on competition between birds.
Read article‘Cookie’ caution wins ‘People’s Prize’ for Aberystwyth student
An Aberystwyth University student has urged computer users to “think before you click” when asked to accept online cookies.
Read articleUniversity joins No Mow May
Aberystwyth University will be taking part in the Plantlife’s ‘No Mow May’ campaign once again this year as part of its work to promote biodiversity on its campuses.
Read articleStudents win prestigious awards at Royal Television Society ceremony
Talented students and recent graduates from the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies have won awards at the Royal Television Society Cymru Wales annual awards ceremony.
Read articlePublic lecture on the future of the United Kingdom
The pressing political question of the United Kingdom’s survival will be the subject of a public lecture at Aberystwyth University.
Read articleUkraine war: Russia’s devastating use of Soviet-era ‘glide bombs’ shows how urgently Kyiv needs air defence systems
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Gerald Hughes from the Department of International Politics discusses Russia's use of 'glide-bombs' in Ukraine.
Read articlePublic invited to share thoughts on the branding of Old College project
As construction work gathers pace on site, award winning creative studio Elfen has been commissioned to look at the values the project represents and develop ideas for a brand identity for the Old College project.
Read articleWhy so few witches were executed in Wales in the middle ages
Writing in The Conversation, Mari Ellis Dunning from the Department of English and Creative Writing discusses how distinct elements of Welsh culture, including superstition and religion, meant that Wales did not see the witch trials and executions seen elsewhere in Britain and Europe.
Read articleSolar eclipse 2024: Aberystwyth-led team’s race to the Sun
Scientists from Aberystwyth and the United States who had travelled to Dallas Texas to study the solar eclipse had to quickly change their plans after cloud cover disrupted them at the last moment.
Read articleGrowing crops indoors could be key part of future food security
The development of controlled environment agriculture and vertical farming technologies needs to accelerate to meet the challenges of future UK food security, according to the leader of a new research project.
Read articleUniversity to host transformative sessions at Hay Festival: Re-imagining Democracy, Peace, and Biodiversity
The University has announced its participation in the 2024 Hay Festival, renowned for bringing together thinkers, writers, and artists to explore the power of ideas and storytelling.
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