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Search underway for new ways to use self-cleaning technology powered by sunlight

28 May 2026

Dr Isla Gow is exploring commercial opportunities for SunPad through an Innovate UK programme

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Self-cleaning period product roll out planned for Kenya

18 March 2026

Researchers aim to scale up manufacture to distribute menstrual product in east African nation

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Welsh cohort first to test “life changing” product that could help end global period poverty

11 March 2026

Self-cleaning SunPad, which harnesses the power of the sun, could enhance menstrual health and hygiene around the world

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Water supplies in rural Nepal could be cleaned by harnessing the power of the sun, scientists claim

25 February 2026

Cardiff and Nepali researchers transfer their research on menstrual hygiene tech to tackle water supply challenges

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Chemistry professor honoured with science diplomacy award

17 February 2026

Professor Sir Richard Catlow recognised alongside longstanding friend and colleague for outstanding diplomatic efforts in the field of science

Cardiff University facilities: your innovation partner

12 February 2026

New short films showcase nine university innovation facilities now available for industry hire and collaboration.

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New catalysts aim to turn “problem” of carbon dioxide into “opportunity”

7 January 2026

EPSRC Open Plus Fellowship helps researcher develop innovative catalysts and champion equality, diversity and inclusion

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Developing cleaner, smarter ways to make important molecules

18 December 2025

Professor Rebecca Melen awarded European Research Council Consolidator Grant to support cutting-edge RadicalCAT project

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Sir Geoffrey Wilkinson Prize 2025 for Cardiff scientist

1 July 2025

Professor Rebecca L. Melen recognised for insights into reactivity of frustrated Lewis pairs

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Proposals to set global standards for menstrual products draw on Cardiff expertise

13 June 2025

Dr Jennifer Edwards joins UK panel of experts to feedback on standards for safe and effective menstrual products