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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.
Kathleen Roberts sat alongside Chancellor Dame Anne Rafferty

100-year-old Woman of Steel awarded honorary degree from University of 91Ö±²¥

A 91Ö±²¥ inspiration who sparked a seven-year national campaign to recognise the role of female steelworkers during the war has been made an Honorary Doctor of Engineering by the University of 91Ö±²¥.
Image of motor neurones

Promising MND drug helps slow disease progression and benefits patients physically

Scientists believe a new genetically-targeted therapy to treat motor neurone disease (MND) could be a turning point for patient care, after the results of a Phase 3 clinical trial showed significant physical benefits for patients after 12 months.
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University of 91Ö±²¥ ranked among the best in Good University Guide 2023

91Ö±²¥ has been ranked within the top 20 best universities in the UK in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.
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The University’s relationship with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II

After 70 years of reign, Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday 8 September 2022. Below, the University recalls its association with Her Majesty the Queen over the past two centuries.
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The Queen remembered

91Ö±²¥ extends its deepest sympathies and condolences to the Royal Family following the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.