Research News
University of Bedfordshire joins national consortium to address maternity inequalities
The University of Bedfordshire has been selected as one of nine UK universities to make up the new National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Challenge Maternity Disparities Consortium, with the aim of tackling inequalities in maternity care.
Bedfordshire academic contributes to new study on women’s safety while exercising
A new study co-authored by an academic from the University of Bedfordshire has demonstrated the constant negotiations women take between their safety and enjoyment when exercising outdoors.
Academics launch groundbreaking cognitive training study
A Psychology academic from the University of Bedfordshire is leading a new research study in partnership with Mastermind Cognitive Training, which will examine the impact of a training programme on the cognitive abilities of 180 young students.
PhD research to examine effects of hydration on athlete performance
A PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire is looking for participants to take part in a new research project exploring the effects of pre-exercise hyperhydration on running performance and responses to hot conditions.
University secures NHS funding to develop student-led organ donation campaign
The University of Bedfordshire has received funding from NHS Blood and Transplant to develop and run a community organ donation campaign led by student ambassadors, transplant recipients and donors from different ethnic and faith communities.
Research on female leadership in agri-food sector named as finalist at European awards
A research project involving academics from the University of Bedfordshire – focusing on developing training and highlighting the importance of showcasing female leaders in the agri-food sector – has been named as a finalist for the European Triple E awards.
Two new female Professors for the University of Bedfordshire
The University of Bedfordshire has announced two new professorships in the areas of Education and Computing.
University awards research grants to tackle health inequalities in BLMK
Three innovative research projects have been announced as the first recipients of a grant programme launched by the University of Bedfordshire and the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board.
New report tackles health inequalities in the Roma community
Translation services, better communication and an understanding of how to access health and care services could break down barriers and improve the health of Roma people, according to a report by the Luton Roma Trust and the University of Bedfordshire.
New study examines access & use of greenspaces and the countryside by diverse communities
Researchers from the University of Bedfordshire and the Chilterns National Landscape have released the results of the largest UK study on how diverse communities engage with greenspaces and the countryside.
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.
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.