How ash could hold the key to tackling the climate crisis
Current glass-making techniques emit a huge amount of CO2. Professor Paul Bingham's research team has found a cleaner way.
Understanding factors influencing vulnerable older people keeping warm and well in winter: a qualitative study using social marketing techniques
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Spotlight on Professor Papken Hovsepian
Professor Papken Hovsepian has more than 30 years experience in the field of physical vapour deposition (PVD) and has carried out a pioneering work on the development of cathodic arc PVD technologies and systems leading to industrial implementation of the process
One minute PhD: why do mums leave teaching?
One in four teachers who become mothers leave the profession. Aimee Quickfall explains her research into the topic, and writes about life as an EdD student
Helping unemployed youth through co-design and local partnerships
Hallam-led research suggests Big Lottery Fund's Talent Match programme has found an effective way to reach youth outside of work, education, training or benefits.
Why public toilets just aren’t good enough
Our research found that underfunding and a one-size-fits-all approach to public toilets is producing facilities that are a constant source of anxiety for some users
How we’re giving cancer survivors a better quality of life
Our research about how exercise and lifestyle changes can help cancer survivors has changed international guidelines on treating cancer — and improved countless lives.
Water exercises as effective as gym workouts for preventing cardiovascular disease
New research by the University has found that water exercises are as effective as gym workouts for preventing cardiovascular disease
Depression memes may be a coping mechanism for people with mental illness
Up to 27% of people in the UK experience depression. Our research shows that online memes can help them cope with their symptoms.
How we’re saving energy in the food industry
It takes a lot of energy to produce our favourite food products. Our research centre is finding new ways to make the process more efficient, reducing its impact on the planet.