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Tiaisenkoski river

Captivity makes salmon less symmetrical

26 September 2025

Salmon reared in captivity are more asymmetrical compared to wild salmon, suggesting higher stress levels, new research finds.

Headshots of Charlotte Brookfield and Hannah Shaw

Double success for Cardiff academics in teaching excellence awards

6 August 2025

Charlotte Brookfield and Hannah Shaw recognised with prestigious sector-leading National Teaching Fellowships

Three female graduates sat on a bench in their hats and gowns.

Triplets who “fell in love with Cardiff” honour late grandfather in emotional graduation celebrations

30 July 2025

Rose, Maudie and Grace Orgill graduate together as part of Class of 2025

Twins Carys and Anneira stand together in a garden

Biosciences twins graduate together

15 July 2025

Twins Anneira and Carys Moore graduate together after completing their studies in Biological and Biomedical Sciences.

Hand pulling wet wipe out of the packet

Scientists calculate how many wet wipes enter UK waters per person

19 June 2025

Cardiff University scientists develop the first comprehensive model to calculate wet wipe emissions to rivers.

Professor John Atack and Professor Simon Ward in the lab

$140 Million investment in new therapies for neuropsychiatric disorders

18 June 2025

New Cardiff University spin-out, Draig Therapeutics, receives $140 Million investment in developing new therapies for Major Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Adult cutting a pear

Snacking may impact children’s growth

15 April 2025

New research finds that grazing throughout the day could limit children’s growth.

ImmunoServ wins the St David Award 2025 for Innovation, Science and Technology

4 April 2025

Now in their 12th year, the St David Awards celebrate outstanding individuals and organisations across Wales.

Chimpanzee in forest

Uncovering illegal trade of pet chimpanzees from Guinea-Bissau

24 March 2025

Illegal trade in live chimpanzees in Guinea-Bissau is more widespread than current data indicates

Bornean Elephants

How AI can help prevent elephant poaching

24 February 2025

A new AI predictive system can help prevent elephant poaching in Malaysia