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The University of York has been awarded £3.1m funding from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) to support the development of the UK’s growing 5G network and the evolution of 6G communications.

The results of a nationwide survey have revealed that the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology is home to some of the happiest astronomy and physics students in the UK.

Researchers are working on a new £12 million research project to speed up the development of fusion as a safe, clean and abundant source of energy.

A new facility in Wakefield will help drive the next generation of production technologies to revolutionise the UK’s film, TV and performing arts industries.

The Quantum Ambassadors scheme is a school enrichment programme of activities, designed and run by STEM Learning and independently evaluated by Judith Bennett's Science Education Group (UYSEG).

It is with profound sadness that we report the death of Professor Tom McLeish FRS. Tom, who retired from the University in August 2022 on ill-health grounds, passed away on Monday 27 February after a short illness.

Professor Mark Leake from the Physics of Life group, has co-lead a study that has uncovered how some bacteria use electrical spikes to overcome antibacterial drugs, potentially leading to 'superbugs' that are resistant to antibiotics, you can read more about the research below

Researchers are testing whether flat roof solar technology is as effective as panels currently used on pitched roofs.