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2026

Leading academics join ranks of the prestigious Academy of Social Sciences

9 March 2026

Professors Matthew Williams and Marysia Zalewski have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences this spring.

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Hairdressers could be a secret weapon in tackling climate change

6 March 2026

Salons can be influential in prompting climate conversations

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Spotlight on digital innovation as five Welsh companies receive funding for research and development

4 March 2026

Media Cymru partners with BBC Cymru Wales

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Gaps in public knowledge about Welsh devolution ahead of May’s Senedd election, poll shows

4 March 2026

Study shows many voters are unsure whether responsibilities sit with the Welsh or Westminster governments.

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Support for staff and students affected by current events in the Middle East

3 March 2026

Find out what support is available for staff and students during this period of uncertainty in the Middle East.

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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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Climate policies are cutting carbon, new study shows

24 February 2026

Countries with more stringent climate policies decarbonise their economies faster

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Most roadless areas in Great Britain are smaller than 1km2

18 February 2026

A new study measures the amount of roadless areas in Great Britain and examines the wildlife impact of roads.

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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

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Current police response to domestic abuse not fit for purpose, academics conclude

17 February 2026

Major overhaul needed to deal with increasing number of complex cases