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Aberystwyth University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Jon Timmis, with school pupils at the science fair

Kids celebrate Science Week in Aberystwyth

Over 1,500 school pupils took part in lively hands-on activities at the University’s annual interactive science exhibition.

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Left to right: Charles Robertson (Ann Robertson’s son), Professor Jon Timmis (Vice Chancellor, Aberystwyth University), David Skelton (recipient), Ellen Ziu (recipient), Trenten Roberts (recipient), Maggie Robertson (Ann Robertson’s daughter), Fiona Robertson (Ann Robertson’s granddaughter) and Michael Robertson (Ann Robertson’s grandson)

Isabel Ann Robertson Scholarship winners announced

The winners of a major new scholarship to promote postgraduate study in mathematics, physics and computer science have been announced by the University.

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International fellowship for radio spectrum expert

The Director of the National Spectrum Centre at Aberystwyth University is travelling to India this month as part of a prestigious fellowship scheme set up by the Indian government.

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App to protect Nigerian farms from bird flu

Nigerian and Welsh researchers are developing a new app and information platform to help protect poultry farms and farmers from bird flu.

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Equality Champion role for Aberystwyth academic in new UK wide diversity initiative

The founder of one of the UK’s most influential conferences dedicated to promoting women in technology is set to play a leading role in new initiative to address diversity challenges.

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Aberystwyth hosts annual UK conference for Apple developers

Software experts from across the world gather at Aberystwyth University this week (2-5 September) to hear about the latest advancements in the field of iOS development.

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Women in computing pioneer recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list

The founder of a ground-breaking conference dedicated to promoting the role of women in technology has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list.

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Dr Patricia Shaw and the yet-to-be-named robotic dragon outside the new Smart Home Lab where robots are being tested for how they might be able to help older people live independently for longer.

Pet dragon to debut at BeachLab

A new robotic pet dragon will make its first public appearance at Aberystwyth University’s BeachLab event which takes place at Aberystwyth Bandstand on Saturday 15 June.

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Computer Science student Jasmine Kam, winner of the ‘People’s Prize’ at BCSWomen Lovelace Colloquium 2024.

‘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.

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New smart home to support Powys care initiative

Researchers at Aberystwyth University have partnered with Powys County Council as one of 10 teams taking part in an exciting new £2m innovative technology care programme.

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