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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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University of ºù«Ӱҵ awarded University Mental Health Charter Award

ºù«Ӱҵ has been awarded the University Mental Health Charter Award from Student Minds – the UK’s student mental health charity.

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Stretchable robotic fabrics, developed by University of ºù«Ӱҵ scientists

Robotic fabrics that can shrink, grow in size and move with precision are becoming a reality, thanks to new research from scientists at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ.
'Seeking Resilience' an artists representation of a garden designed by student Camellia Hayes. Credit: India Hobson.

New generation of young designers showcase best of ºù«Ӱҵ talent at RHS Flower Show Tatton Park

Eight aspiring landscape architects from the University of ºù«Ӱҵ will be showcasing garden designs at this year’s RHS Flower Show Tatton Park.
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Self Esteem singer Rebecca Lucy Taylor to be awarded honorary degree from University of ºù«Ӱҵ

Chart-topping Rebecca Lucy Taylor, better known by her stage name Self Esteem, will be made an honorary Doctor of Music at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ today (Monday 17 July 2023).
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University of ºù«Ӱҵ AMRC announces largest ever research project as part of new South Yorkshire Investment Zone

A groundbreaking new research and development facility has been announced as part of the new South Yorkshire Investment Zone.