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Research features, news, films and publications

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Featured excellence in research and knowledge exchange

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Research and Knowledge Exchange films and publications

Research and knowledge exchange news

Âé¶¹AV graduate unites cancer-affected creatives in Sussex with major art exhibition

Markus Taylor - Exhibition

A Âé¶¹AV alumnus is holding an exhibition to launch a network that unites local artists to share their experiences of cancer through creativity.

3 December 2025

Queen’s Nurse awards for Âé¶¹AV students-turned-educators highlights university’s impact on frontline care

Emily Kay Leon

Two Âé¶¹AV-trained nurses have received the prestigious Queen’s Nurse title for their outstanding leadership and commitment as community nurses.

2 December 2025

End-of-year ‘Brains at the Bevy’ pub lecture explores the wellbeing benefits of making

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Âé¶¹AV’s community talk returns with a hands-on Christmas card-making session, showing how creative making can boost health and wellbeing.

2 December 2025

Heavenly stays: how ‘Champing’ is turning churches into hubs of sustainable tourism

St Mary the Virgin, Stansted Mountfitchet

Âé¶¹AV research reveals how Champing – the experience of sleeping in centuries-old churches – is driving a new model of sustainable, heritage-led tourism.

14 November 2025

Âé¶¹AV study explores if the brain 'turns up the volume' on post-cancer fatigue

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Âé¶¹AV study looks at why patients experience debilitating fatigue after breast cancer treatment and how the brain could aid recovery.

11 November 2025

University expert calls for more radical change in education following government plans to streamline national curriculum

Two students looking at a phone, with the words: Beyond our depths: The (post)digital future of schooling

Professor Michael Jopling calls for a more radical approach to preparing young people for the digital age in his Inaugural lecture .

10 November 2025

How Âé¶¹AV scientists are helping keep toxic road runoff out of the city’s water supply

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A landmark project, led by BHCC with research from the Âé¶¹AV, aims to protect 90% of the city’s drinking water from toxic road pollution.

6 November 2025

UK’s finest emerging photographers take centre stage at Âé¶¹AV exhibition

Town shot by Jiho Lee

A landmark showcase at the Âé¶¹AV is bringing together the UK’s best graduate photographers to celebrate the next generation of creative talent.

22 October 2025

Scientists crack the genetic code behind nature’s greatest transformation of The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Caterpillar to Butterfly

Âé¶¹AV researchers have uncovered the molecular secrets behind the caterpillar’s transformation into a butterfly – offering hope for conservation and health.

17 October 2025

Global breakthrough offers new insight into condition that causes childhood premature ageing

DNA

Âé¶¹AV researchers create first genetically stable, lab-grown stem cell models of Progeria, paving the way for research in heart ageing and rare diseases

13 October 2025

Feeling wiped out? Âé¶¹AV researchers say fatigue may be more about your brain than your body

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New research suggests fatigue may be the brain’s way of protecting the body – and exercise could be key in managing it, both in daily life and treating illness.

6 October 2025

Âé¶¹AV students and staff help shape the UK’s largest LGBTQ+ literature festival

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Âé¶¹AV students and staff are stepping up to help shape the UK’s largest LGBTQ+ literature festival.

3 October 2025

University public lecture series: it’s free, informative and focused on the future

Inaugural lecture series Autumn 2025

Âé¶¹AV’s public lecture series continues this autumn with thought-provoking, educational talks from leading academics. 

2 October 2025

Sustainable shipping: Âé¶¹AV investigates renewable energy solutions for UK ports

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Âé¶¹AV researchers have teamed up with Newhaven Port to explore how renewable energy can support cleaner shipping & reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

29 September 2025

Âé¶¹AV’s new sports science labs receive national quality award

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The sports science laboratories have been accredited by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) recognising outstanding quality.

24 September 2025

Âé¶¹AV recognised for sector-leading impact on the economy and society

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Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) results confirm the Âé¶¹AV’s place in the top tier for delivering economic and social benefits with partners.

23 September 2025

New Âé¶¹AV study offers hope for more inclusive, accessible festivals

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As the summer festival season comes to an end, Âé¶¹AV researchers have created a plan to transform festival experiences for marginalised groups.

10 September 2025

Hampshire chalk stream reveals alarming microplastic pollution with global implications

Microplastics testing

Chalk streams are being impacted by microparticle pollution, according to a new study.

1 September 2025

New sensor technology developed to detect counterfeit medicine and enhance global drug safety

A pair of hands in a lab coat hold up two packets of pills, one colourful and one not

As concerns over counterfeit medication grow, Âé¶¹AV researchers have created a device to make drug verification faster, more reliable and affordable.

18 August 2025

Âé¶¹AV appoints alumna Jo Stuart as Chief Marketing and Growth Officer

Jo Stuart

The Âé¶¹AV has announced the appointment of Jo Stuart as its new Chief Marketing and Growth Officer, effective 20 October 2025.

5 August 2025

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Race Equality Charter Silver awarded for our pledge to advance representation, progression and success for minority ethnic staff and students

Stonewall LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer Gold Award 2024

We are ranked 14th in Stonewall's top 100 employers for commitment to equality for LGBTQ+ staff and students

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We were awarded Athena Swan Silver for advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all

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We are a Disability Confident employer, committed to ensuring opportunity for progression for all

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Signed to the Disabled Student Commitment, an initiative to improve support for disabled students

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EcoCampus Platinum accredited for our environmental sustainability, compliance and processes

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