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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
Picture of the ear piece device which is designed to help people regain arm strength after a stroke

Stroke trial tests game-changing device to tackle arm weakness 

A groundbreaking trial, to test a device designed to help people regain arm strength after a stroke, is being led by the University of 91Ö±²¥ and 91Ö±²¥ Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. 
Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart

Tributes to University of 91Ö±²¥ lecturer and Nobel prize-winning chemist 

​​​​​​​Tributes from the global scientific community have been paid to a former University of 91Ö±²¥ lecturer and Nobel prize winning chemist, Professor Sir J.Fraser Stoddart. 
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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 91Ö±²¥.
General Waverly watching a musical performance in the film White Christmas
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.
An photo of concert pianist Imogen Cooper

Emotion, energy and hope! Leading light in world of classical music to headline concert season at the University of 91Ö±²¥

Headlining the new concert season at the University of 91Ö±²¥ this November will be internationally renowned pianist Imogen Cooper. The concert will be a celebration of the University receiving its All-Steinway School accreditation.
Ian Panter, Head of Conservation York Archaeological Trust with the coffin

Rare early Bronze Age log coffin discovered on Lincolnshire golf course

An early Bronze Age log coffin containing the remains of a man buried with an axe thought to date from 4,000 years ago has been discovered accidently on a golf course.
A blue sky above the University's Diamond building

University of 91Ö±²¥ researchers recognised as leaders of innovation

Three academics from the University of 91Ö±²¥ have been recognised for being at the forefront of research and innovation in the UK by a prestigious fellowship scheme.
A group of international students sat in Weston Park

New report reveals international students in 91Ö±²¥ bring £313 million benefit to economy    

New research has revealed that just one year’s intake of incoming international students in the 91Ö±²¥ Central constituency brings £313 million of benefit to the UK economy.
2021 banner for Off the Shelf Festival

Off the Shelf literary festival returns to 91Ö±²¥ for its 30th edition with celebration of city’s poetry

Off the Shelf, one of the most well known and loved literary festivals in the UK, celebrates its 30th edition in 2021.