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Study to explore if circular economy can meet needs of UK’s buildings

5 March 2024

Academics will explore how best to use existing buildings and waste resources

University research and innovation celebrated at St David’s Day European event

3 March 2024

The university has showcased examples of its leading research and innovation at St David’s Day Brussels 2024 programme.

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St David’s Day event shines spotlight on significance of Wales

2 March 2024

The School of Geography and Planning has held an event to mark the importance of St David’s Day.

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Racial disparities in the application of welfare sanctions in England

21 February 2024

Analysis of data over seven years reveals “stark” differences in how welfare sanctions are applied

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Funding to tackle challenges facing Wales’ rural communities

20 February 2024

Hopes for an inclusive, sustainable future

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Children and young people in Anglesey have their say on climate change

23 January 2024

Research will chart impact of environmental issues at hyperlocal level

Transport and Planning (MSc) retains Transport Planning Professional approval

23 January 2024

The MSc Transport and Planning at Cardiff University has been approved for Transport Planning Professional (TPP) since 2009 .

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Planning ahead – Master’s students secure bursary support

18 December 2023

Three postgraduate students at the School of Geography and Planning are celebrating after securing prestigious bursaries to fund their studies.

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Showcasing Cardiff University’s African research

14 December 2023

Event brings together University staff to inspire further African work

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New £10m Global Centre in Clean Energy

13 November 2023

Cardiff University is a partner in a new £10m Global Centre in Clean Energy between the UK and the US.

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Top-performing students recognised

12 October 2023

Kh. M. Rifat Foysal and Oliva Hammond have been recognised for their outstanding academic performance.

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Inspirational alumni shine at awards

6 October 2023

2023 30Ish Alumni Award winners announced

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“Supernormal profits” of Britain’s biggest housebuilders

26 September 2023

UK government support and lack of competition meant ‘big three’ housebuilders produced profit margins of between 17-32% per year for shareholders, analysis finds

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Academic secures €1.3M European Research Council Starting Grant

5 September 2023

Dr Joe Williams will investigate how countries in the Global South are turning to unconventional water to address chronic and worsening water challenges

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Environmental lessons to be shared between Wales and New Zealand

22 June 2023

Academics join forces to compare and share best practice

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A stitch in time for the circular economy

21 June 2023

RemakerSpace recently hosted an innovative sewing workshop.

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New article examines good food work

6 April 2023

A new article presents a new vision of “good” food work conditions, developed through the international Good Work for Good Food Forum.

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New research network explores antifascism and the far right

7 March 2023

A new research network is bringing together experts working on theoretical and empirical, historical and topical aspects of the far right and its activities in physical and digital spaces.

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Young people say what they want for the place where they live

14 February 2023

Hopes to create a neighbourhood which is inclusive for all

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New digital planning module launched

3 February 2023

The School of Geography and Planning has launched a ground-breaking module in Digital Planning and Development.