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University of York’s IT department scoops national sustainability award

Posted on Friday 15 March 2024

The University of York’s IT Services department has been recognised for its work in promoting sustainable practices.


Menopause explains why some female whales live so long

Posted on Wednesday 13 March 2024

Females of some whale species have evolved to live drastically longer lives so they can care for their families, new research involving a University of York academic shows.


University of York reports substantial decrease in gender pay gap

Posted on Wednesday 13 March 2024

The University of York has reported a substantial decrease in its gender pay gap, latest figures reveal.


York researchers receive funding to train scientists and engineers leading the way on fusion energy and net zero goals

Posted on Tuesday 12 March 2024

Researchers at the University of York will receive funding for three Centres of Doctoral Training (CDTs) from the UK’s biggest-ever investment in engineering and physical sciences doctoral skills.


Researchers set to tackle the growing wild boar problem with oral contraception in innovative wildlife fertility programme

Posted on Friday 8 March 2024

Wild boar are to be given oral contraception in a pioneering programme to control the numbers of an animal that is becoming an increasing problem around parts of Europe.


Loss of nature costs more than previously estimated, according to new study

Posted on Thursday 7 March 2024

Researchers propose that governments apply a new method for calculating the benefits that arise from conserving biodiversity and nature for future generations.


New dressing robot can ‘mimic’ the actions of care-workers

Posted on Monday 4 March 2024

Scientists have developed a new robot that can ‘mimic’ the two-handed movements of care-workers as they dress an individual.


Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology sign partnership agreement with University of York

Posted on Wednesday 28 February 2024

The University of York has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in India.


Engines of innovation and economic progress - new report highlights the impact of Russell Group universities

Posted on Wednesday 28 February 2024

Research-intensive universities generate £2.2billion for Yorkshire and the Humber’s economy through research, innovation and new businesses, new analysis has revealed.


New UK-wide project launched to transform the culture and practice of research supervision

Posted on Tuesday 27 February 2024

The £4.6m Next Generation Research SuperVision Project (RSVP) was officially launched today, celebrating the project’s ambition to enhance and provide consistency in the supervision of postgraduate research across the UK.


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