BBC documentary highlights new initiative to increase diversity of school curriculum
A new BBC documentary has shone the light on an important educational project which aims to tackle the lack of representation in the school curriculum.
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New report shows universities are failing to address vital issues of race equality in arts and humanities research
Existing practices and funding regimes exacerbate the structural inequalities faced by black and minority ethnic (BME) groups, a new report has found. The finding comes from a ground-breaking two-year Common Cause Research collaboration which explored how universities and BME communities* work together.
New £32m global aerospace technology centre announced for Bristol
A new world-class hub for innovative aerospace technology is to open in Bristol, thanks to a multi-million investment from GKN Aerospace and the UK Government’s Aerospace Technology Institute.
How do touchscreens affect toddlers’ play, learning and social skills?
Toddlers are being sought for a new research project looking into how touchscreens affect young children’s play, learning, and social skills.
Penguin buys PhD student’s ‘extraordinarily moving’ novel, with translations planned in 4 languages
When Jennie Godfrey told colleagues she was quitting their FTSE-100 company to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an author, some rolled their eyes, others worried openly about her mental health. But just two years later she was signing a deal with Penguin to publish her first novel and translate it into four languages.
International scholars share their aspirations
A warm welcome was received by over 100 students at the University of Bristol’s International scholar’s reception.
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Pioneering start-ups, from eco-friendly alternative to fireworks to virtual reality live performance hub, set for new heights thanks to MyWorld
The world’s first metaverse live streaming studio, a more sustainable but equally spectacular alternative to fireworks, and a pioneering technique set to transform sensory products and experiences are among six technology trailblazers to be awarded a share of £1million.
Bristol Clear launches to promote support for research staff
Bristol Clear, a newly named service bringing together the University’s resources and activities supporting research staff at Bristol, launched this week.
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Bristol’s engineering, education and animal science courses among best in UK, new rankings find
The University of Bristol is one of the best places in the UK to study engineering, education, languages and animal sciences courses.
Clean water linked to rising birth rates in Africa: calls for development initiatives to consider women’s reproductive services
A researcher from the University of Bristol presented research at Parliament yesterday that recommends the consideration of more holistic interventions in the world’s poorest countries.