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Our research is helping to change the world for the better. We work in partnership to help create a healthier, more sustainable and connected future for us all.

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Mindfulness and step tracking boosts motivation to exercise – new study

Combining step tracking with mindfulness training delivered via a mobile app can boost people’s desire to exercise.

New research to support a thriving health and care workforce is launched

The 51³Ô¹ÏÍø is supporting a new research partnership that has received £5 million in funding to address staff shortages in same-day and urgent care.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø awarded ARIA funding to help transform robotic capabilities

The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) has awarded funding of £2.2 million to Professor Min Pan to unlock a step change in Robot Dexterity.

Scientists urge earlier diagnosis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis to prevent permanent damage

New research from the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø reveals delayed diagnosis and undertreatment of psoriatic arthritis often results in irreversible damage to joints.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø launches UK’s first water monitoring centre to act as early-warning system for community health

We're launching the UK’s first early-warning public health surveillance system based on detecting traces of chemicals and biological markers found in water.

New study challenges claim that exogenous RNA is essential for sperm function

Scientists show sperm that haven't acquired short RNA chains during development can still produce healthy mice pups

Dr Naomi Pendle discusses the impact of US aid cuts in Sudan, for The Conversation.

Why do children from poorer families do worse at school? Dr Ceri Brown explains the reasons behind the disadvantage gap in this piece for The Conversation.

Dr Liz Marks from the Department of Psychology explains what eco-anxiety is and shares strategies to help you manage it.

Dr Aurelien Mondon on Marine Le Pen's embezzlement and its impact for The Conversation.

Take part in our study about the effects of intermittent carbohydrate restriction on health

Join our study that looks at how short periods of carbohydrate restriction impact health, and whether a new mobile health app can help with lifestyle adherence.

Modern Slavery and Trafficking Survivors: Albanian mothers’ experiences of parenthood in the UK

A study to explore the experiences of parenthood of Albanian mothers who have survived human trafficking and modern slavery.