Why 'energy invisibility' matters – and how we could cure it
Professor Aimee Ambrose introduces her research into home heating habits, and explains how a new public engagement model could help bring climate and energy issues to life
How can skateboarding help young people in areas of conflict?
Researcher Dani Abulhawa has helped build skateparks in the West Bank of Palestine to give young people with restricted travel a sense of freedom
Do we have enough homes for our ageing population?
Poor quality housing for the elderly already puts a strain on the NHS. As our over-85 population continues to grow, there are set to be fresh problems
What WW1 civilian internment can teach us about today
At least 800,000 civilians were imprisoned during WW1, but little is known about their experiences. Professor Matthew Stibbe is unlocking their untold story.
How we’re helping charities support more people than ever
Our research has changed the way charities in the UK file their accounts. The new process has saved almost £40 million in admin — money which now goes to the people who need it most.
How a film about a planned uranium mine helped empower a small community in Greenland
Professor Lise Autogena's film about uranium mining in Greenland exposed how cultural taboos in dealing with conflicts can prevent democratic participation.
How our pioneering new healthcare model is helping people stay active
A new model for referring patients with long-term health conditions developed as part of the London 2012 Olympic Legacy is providing answers to one of the biggest health challenges across the world — how to get us all to move more.
Using virtual reality to reduce pain and aid rehabilitation
Our researchers are making life-changing links between virtual reality (VR) and healthcare to help patients recover from serious injuries.
Black authors are still underrepresented in UK publishing
A third of English primary pupils are from a BAME background. But in 2017, 99% of children's book characters were white. Our research looks at how children's publishing has a diversity problem.
Could buffalo milk lead to safer pregnancy in Indonesia?
In West Sumatra, pregnant women and their babies face huge health risks. We're finding a new way to help them stay safe.