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University expert uncovers forensic clues for bestselling whodunit author
A University of Bedfordshire academic has been lending a helping hand to crime writer and honorary degree holder Adam Croft, by providing forensic expertise for his latest trilogy of gripping novels.

University helps LSG develop new Covid testing technology
Researchers from the University of Bedfordshire have helped develop a new inactivating technology for faster and safer testing of Covid-19 samples, in partnership with Life Science Group Ltd (LSG).

Look to the stars with Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell
Award-winning astrophysicist Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell will host the first ‘An Evening With…’ event – a new inspirational public lecture series from the University of Bedfordshire.

Senior STEM Lecturer involved in international genome research paper
A Senior Lecturer at the University of Bedfordshire has worked alongside institutions and researchers from a number of countries to publish a paper on DNA sequences in different species of plants.

University and local SME receive funding for Covid-19 research
A successful application by a local company, Life Science Group Ltd (LSG), together with the University of Bedfordshire has resulted in £50,000 of funding from Innovate UK to complete a research project to improve Covid-19 testing.

“Universities are key in the fight against Covid-19”, says Bedfordshire Dr
"Universities can make a significant contribution through the knowledge and experience of their staff and their physical resources."

Could medical detection dogs help fight Covid-19? Bedfordshire experts weigh in
University of Bedfordshire court member Geoff Lambert explains how medical detection dogs can help join the fight against Covid-19.

Expert highlights the dangers of fad diets
As the New Year gets underway, a nutritional science expert from the University of Bedfordshire has warned about the dangers of fad diets.