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Beds Talk shares research which challenges thinking on ‘street activities’
Another series of the popular ‘Beds Talks’ events gets underway at the University of Bedfordshire, kicking off with an in-depth look at ‘street activities’ including begging, street sex work, rough sleeping and street drinking.
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Developing an inclusive health & social care workforce
Throughout February 2024, the University of Bedfordshire is hosting a number of outreach events to help contribute to the development of an inclusive health and social care workforce.
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Bedfordshire teams up with University of Cambridge for AI & education study
A study undertaken by the University of Bedfordshire and the University of Cambridge, looking into teacher use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in language education, has revealed a growing trend among educators regularly using the technology.
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Local schools discover more about climate change at KS3 summit
Local schoolchildren were given the opportunity to learn more about climate change and sustainability at the annual climate change summit hosted by the University of Bedfordshire.
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Research project to examine the impact of horses on human wellbeing
Researchers from the University of Bedfordshire are inviting the equine community to take part in a survey to inform a new project examining the impact of interacting with horses on human wellbeing and mental health.
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PhD student recognised in New Year Honours List
A PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to social work in the New Year Honours List.
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Luton Town legend to be quizzed on life & career at free public event
Former Luton Town football player and manager Mick Harford will be the next special guest for the University of Bedfordshire’s popular ‘An Evening With…’ free public lecture series.
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Bedfordshire graduate stars in new ITV drama series
A Screen Performance graduate from the University of Bedfordshire has been cast in the new series of ITV drama ‘Grantchester’.
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PhD student collaborates on sports science project in Oslo
A PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire has embarked on a pioneering research trip with sports science specialists Precision Fuel and Hydration to provide support to an ultra-endurance athlete.
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Radio LaB celebrates history of Ampthill with new podcast
Students from the University of Bedfordshire’s on-campus community radio station, Radio LaB, are set to get involved in a new podcast exploring the history of local town Ampthill.
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Bedfordshire joins University of Cambridge and partners to form research hub
The University of Bedfordshire is joining forces with the University of Cambridge, Anglia Ruskin University, and the University of Suffolk to form a centre of social science training expertise in the Eastern region.
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University academics contribute to new WHO guidelines on malnutrition
A research team led by the University of Bedfordshire has undertaken a series of projects to inform the new World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines on preventing and managing malnutrition in infants and children aged five and under.