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When rescue from modern slavery does not mean freedom: research flags reality of post-rescue life

Humanitarian organisations are being urged to look beyond the point of rescue.

Dispensing privilege and favours: how luxury brands emulate royal courts

Wealth-seeking consumers are being forced to court brands for coveted access.

Researchers develop markerless motion capture system to push biomechanics “into the wild”

New open access software could be used by clinicians, physiotherapists, sports coaches and athletes to analyse body movements without motion capture suits.

Cutting-edge research boost as GW4 Isambard 3 supercomputer goes online

Isambard 3 is a £10 million supercomputer developed as part of a GW4 collaboration and is located at the Bristol and Bath Science Park.

Controlling matter at the atomic level: University of Bath breakthrough

Physicists are getting closer to controlling single-molecule chemical reactions – could this shape the future of pharmaceutical research?

Empathy with ‘sad’ bananas compels shoppers to reduce food waste, shows research

Labelling lone bananas as ‘sad singles’ tugs at shoppers’ heartstrings and increases sales by 58 percent.

The end of Taylor Swift’s Era’s tour will be a loss for many – here’s how to handle it

Drs Annayah Prosser and Kate Woodthorpe, both Swifties, apply expertise in identity, events and grief to the end of the Eras Tour.

Influencer marketing doesn’t need more metrics — it needs more trust and collaboration

Professor Zeynep Arsel explains the relationship between brands and social media content creators, setting out recommendations for effective brand partnerships.

What older people tell us about the assisted dying debate

Professor Sam Carr explores the perspectives of older individuals who feel exhausted by life, examining their views on the assisted dying debate.

Researchers of tobacco, alcohol and ultra-processed foods face threats and intimidation

Dr Karen Evans-Reeves discusses how researchers focusing on public health issues have faced significant intimidation tactics

How big tobacco firms are using e-cigarettes to try to improve their image

Dr Iona Fitzpatrick writes for The Conversation about how big tobacco firms are using e-cigarettes to shift their public image.

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.

Help us explore the health effects of ketone drinks in older adults

We need volunteers to help us explore if consuming a ketone drink for four weeks improves immune, metabolic and cognitive health in adults aged 60 to 80 years.

Help us research the effects of stress and mindfulness on decision-making

We need volunteers to be part of our research study into the impact of stress and mindfulness on decision-making. You’ll receive £12 for completing the study.

Take part in our research into the health benefits of intermittent fasting

We are recruiting volunteers to take part in our research into the impact of intermittent fasting on energy balance and associated health outcomes.