One World Week at Aberystwyth University
01 March 2019
Aberystwyth University’s annual week-long celebration of the richness and diversity of cultures and nationalities in its international student community begins on Monday 4 March 2019.
Heatwaves at sea are more frequent and threaten biodiversity, study suggests
04 March 2019
As the UK reflects on record February temperatures, scientists at Aberystwyth University are reporting a significant increase in heatwaves at sea - with potentially detrimental consequences for marine life.
Scientists expose hidden risks of diarrhoeal disease
04 March 2019
A rapidly evolving new subspecies of the Cryptosporidium parasite – a leading cause of diarrhoeal disease in children worldwide – has been revealed in a study published in Nature Microbiology.
NFU UK Vice President’s lecture marks centenary of plant breeding at Aberystwyth
06 March 2019
The Vice-President of NFU UK, Stuart Roberts will deliver a public lecture at Aberystwyth University on Thursday 14 March 2019.
Aberystwyth scientists take research to Westminster
06 March 2019
Two Aberystwyth University researchers will present their work at the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday 13 March 2019 as part of Westminster’s annual STEM for BRITAIN event.
British Science Week at Aberystwyth University
07 March 2019
Over 1,600 pupils from schools across mid and west Wales will visit an interactive science fair at Aberystwyth University on 12, 13 and 14 March, as part of British Science Week 2019.
Five nominations for WhatUni student awards
07 March 2019
Aberystwyth University has been shortlisted in five categories in the 2019 WhatUni Student Choice Awards.
South Wales Crucible publishes Science and Innovation report to UK Government
08 March 2019
A major audit report setting out the research and innovation strengths of Wales has been presented to the UK Government today Friday 8 March 2019.
Innovators sought for business accelerator programme
11 March 2019
Aberystwyth Innovation and Enterprise Campus has teamed up with financiers Nurture Ventures to offer an exciting opportunity for ambitious innovators based in Wales.
Aberystwyth climate scientist features on BBC arctic broadcasts
12 March 2019
A climate scientist from Aberystwyth University is set to feature in a series of BBC Radio 4 broadcasts from the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard this week.
A degree that just might get you to Mars
14 March 2019
An opportunity to work on the 2020 European Space Agency (ESA) / Roscosmos mission to Mars has taken an Aberystwyth University student a step closer to a career in the space industry.
Winners of Gŵyl Dewi Awards 2019 announced
14 March 2019
Students and staff have been honoured by Aberystwyth University for their contribution to the Welsh language at a special ceremony in the Old College on Thursday 14 March 2019.
Putting the sound into silent films
18 March 2019
The work of the UK’s best known silent film accompanist and orchestral score composer will be celebrated at a series of events from 22-24 March 2019.
Shortlist for 2019 Staff and Students Awards announced
18 March 2019
The shortlist for the annual AberSU Celebrates Staff and Students Awards has been announced.
New accessibility guide shows the way around campus
19 March 2019
Aberystwyth University launched a comprehensive new resource on Friday 15 March that will enhance the experience of visitors on campus.
Aberystwyth students set for New York film festival
20 March 2019
Aberystwyth University students will rub shoulders with some of the biggest names in film and cinema when they attend one of the world’s leading film festivals in April.
Aberystwyth University hosts BPS Welsh Branch Annual Student Conference
20 March 2019
Psychology students from universities across Wales are invited to show case their work at this year’s British Psychology Society (BPS) Welsh student conference which is hosted by Aberystwyth University.
Aberystwyth students retain prestigious NIAB Agronomy Cup in 2019
22 March 2019
A team of students from Aberystwyth University’s Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) are the winners of the NIAB Agronomy Cup for the second year.
Old College planning applications submitted
22 March 2019
Aberystwyth University has submitted planning applications to Ceredigion County Council for consent to transform the Old College for the 21st century.
Funding for enterprise and entrepreneurship support
25 March 2019
Aberystwyth University has been awarded funding from the Welsh Government to provide a programme of enterprise activities for students, graduates and staff who are interested in starting their own business or social enterprise.
Public lecture: 'Is the West Disintegrating?'
26 March 2019
Award-winning journalist Gideon Rachman will deliver a public lecture at Aberystwyth University on Thursday 4 April 2019 as part of the Department of International Politics’ Centenary Speakers Series.
Wriggle! The wonderful world of worms
27 March 2019
An exhibition exploring the wonderful world of worms opens at Aberystwyth University’s Old College on Thursday 11 April 2019 from 6pm until 8pm.
Sun’s magnetic field much stronger than previously believed
29 March 2019
The Sun’s magnetic field is ten times stronger than previously believed, scientists at Aberystwyth University have revealed.
Rutherford fellows build on new Africa partnership
29 March 2019
Fellowships awarded to two researchers from the University of Namibia are set to build on a new strategic partnership between Aberystwyth University and the southern African institution.