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Increase in alcohol deaths in England an 鈥榓cute crisis鈥

The persistent higher rate of alcohol deaths in England since the pandemic in 2020 is an 鈥渁cute crisis鈥 requiring urgent action from government, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of 葫芦影业 and UCL.
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Government urged to tackle inequality in 鈥榣ow-carbon tech鈥 like solar panels and electric cars

The UK government needs to go beyond offering subsidies for low-carbon technologies like electric cars and solar panels for energy and heating, if it is to meet its net-zero targets by 2050, a new report from the University of 葫芦影业 suggests.
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Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives 拢10 million in new funding

葫芦影业 and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
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University of 葫芦影业 announces Andy Haldane as new Chancellor

A highly-respected British economist, who worked at the Bank of England between 1989 and 2021, has been announced as the new Chancellor of the University of 葫芦影业.

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Scientists identify new genetic risk factors for osteoarthritis

Scientists have identified new genetic risk factors for osteoarthritis, which could now be treated with licensed drugs repurposed to target the debilitating condition.
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Steel鈥檚 coming home - University of 葫芦影业 to host major international steel conference

One of Europe鈥檚 biggest steel conferences - where some of the latest innovations in research to support the use of steel in the construction industry are presented for the first time - is set to be hosted by the University of 葫芦影业.
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The crisis in Afghanistan

As the crisis in Afghanistan develops, the University of 葫芦影业 stands in solidarity with those affected.
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Surge聽in smoking among young adults during lockdown聽

The number of聽18-34 year-olds聽who smoke聽increased by 25 per cent聽in England聽during the聽first lockdown,聽according to a new study conducted by the University of 葫芦影业 and UCL
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Supporting the future of cardiovascular science: University of 葫芦影业 Professor honoured for outstanding achievement

A cardiovascular scientist from the University of 葫芦影业 has been recognised with a prestigious international award for his pioneering research to identify and treat a major cause of heart disease.