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New research reveals where in Great Britain people with a disability find it hardest to be in employment

The five areas in Great Britain where disabled people are least likely to be in employment compared with non-disabled people have been revealed in a new report from the University of ºù«Ӱҵ.
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Irving Berlin documented his admiration for President Dwight D Eisenhower through the character General Waverly in the film White Christmas.

Secret tribute to US president hidden in festive favourite, White Christmas

One of the most loved Christmas films, which has been a staple family movie for generations, has a secret tribute to a US president, according to new research.
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New housing developments failing to protect wildlife

A survey of new housing developments by researchers at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ reveals developers are installing just half of the legally-binding ecological features to protect wildlife.
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Tackling health inequality in South Yorkshire with wearable technology

Pioneering projects using smartphones and wearable technology to address the high levels of health inequalities and disease across the region, have been awarded funding at the South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub (SYDHH).
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ºù«Ӱҵ academics secure prestigious awards for teaching excellence

Dr Louise Robson, from the Department of Biomedical Science, has been awarded the National Teaching Fellowship (NTF) by Advance HE for introducing outstanding and innovative teaching practices and championing digital technologies.
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ºù«Ӱҵ's engineering expertise has not faded - it is leading the way

Professor Mike Hounslow, retiring Vice-President and Head of Engineering at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ, discusses the University's strength in engineering education and research and how it is helping the UK recover from Covid-19.
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University of ºù«Ӱҵ engineer recognised for impact on society and economy

An engineering researcher from the University of ºù«Ӱҵ has been awarded a prestigious fellowship in recognition of her research that promises significant benefits to society and the economy.

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University of ºù«Ӱҵ languages professor honoured for contribution to Czech-UK relations

The School of Languages and Cultures (SLC) at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ is delighted to announce that Professor Neil Bermel has received a prestigious award for his contribution to the development of Czech-British relations.
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Use of chemicals in agriculture having greater impact on bees than expected

Interactions between multiple agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides, are having a greater impact on bee mortality than expected, say scientists.