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How the Dalmatian got its spots

For the first time, scientists will explore the causes of the breed's signature patterning, with implications for our understanding of all developing mammals.

Study says ‘biodegradable’ teabags don’t readily degrade in the environment and can harm earthworms

Researchers say labelling should be improved to make clear teabags shouldn't be thrown away in domestic compost heaps.

Join us for Research Culture Month in June 2024

We are delighted to announce the launch of Research Culture Month throughout June 2024 and encourage you to take part or let us know how you can contribute.

Tomorrow’s digital screens will be soft and elastic, so you'll ‘feel’ items through your phone

Scientists invent a screen that deforms beneath a user’s fingers, with the surface becoming softer or stiffer in direct response to force applied.

New polystyrene recycling process could be world’s first to be both economical and energy-efficient

Chemical method identified to tackle hard-to-recycle packaging material, cutting landfill waste

Dr Felia Allum discusses the mafia 'Ndrangheta on "Crossing Continents" for BBC Radio 4

Dr Felia Allum features in journalist Francisco Garcia's documentary on the Calabrian ‘Ndrangheta mafia family, who went on trial in Italy last year

Want to be an influencer? Our research shows what you need to know first

Dr Sarah Glozer from our School of Management looks at what it takes to make it as an online influencer.

Why evolution often favours small animals and other organisms

Professor Matthew Wills and Tim Rock write in The Conversation about why, in evolutionary terms, small is beautiful.

Apple’s ‘crush’ advert annoys people across the generations – that’s why it misfired

Kim Watts from our School of Management looks at the creative destruction behind Apple's Crush ad and where it went wrong for audiences.

AI system accurately predicts protein structures, helping to solve one of biology’s biggest problems

Charlotte Dodson (Life Sciences) writes in The Conversation about AlphaFold 3, the latest algorithm designed to predict the structures of proteins.

We’ve researched trans inclusion for nearly a decade – how we do our work has changed

Dr Luke Fletcher, from our School of Management, discusses how the backdrop to his research has changed the way he works.

Take part in our study about the effects of intermittent carbohydrate restriction on health

Join our study that looks at how short periods of carbohydrate restriction impact health, and whether a new mobile health app can help with lifestyle adherence.

Modern Slavery and Trafficking Survivors: Albanian mothers’ experiences of parenthood in the UK

A study to explore the experiences of parenthood of Albanian mothers who have survived human trafficking and modern slavery.