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Project will improve communication for deaf children and young adults in the Global South
A £436,000 grant to promote reading, writing, sign language, technology and communication will help in the education of deaf young people in less developed countries.
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Organic phosphorus key to future food security and sustainability
Research into organic phosphorus is key to ensure future food security and environmental sustainability, according to an international group of scientists led by researchers at the James Hutton Institute, Lancaster University’s Environment Centre and Rothamsted Research in the UK.
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Developing roads that can generate power from passing traffic
Researchers are looking at advanced materials for roads and pavements that could generate electricity from passing traffic.
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Scientists monitor the Northern Lights in the Shetland Isles
A new detector has been installed in the Shetland Islands which will allow Lancaster physicists to closely monitor the Northern Lights or aurora borealis.
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Bringing the shocking issue of witchcraft under the UN spotlight
Trade in albino body parts is big business in certain countries with the ‘going rate’ around £75,000.
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Treating insomnia may reduce mental health problems
Treating insomnia with online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) could reduce mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, and paranoia, according to research.
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The time is ripe to transform agriculture and feed the world
Research seeking ways to increase yields for farmers worldwide has received $45 million to build on pioneering work in plant science.
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Distinguished professorship for internationally eminent statistician
A Lancaster University statistician has been awarded a Distinguished Professorship in recognition of his outstanding achievements.
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Hydrogen power moves a step closer
Physicists at Lancaster University are developing methods of creating renewable fuel from water using quantum technology.
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Special award for Formula Student engineer
A Lancaster University Engineering graduate has been presented with a special award at a student racing competition.