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Journalism expert made a Fellow of the British Academy

23 July 2026

Professor Karin Wahl-Jorgensen’s work focuses on the way we consume news and the impact of new technologies

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Tracking adolescent brain development in unprecedented detail

22 July 2026

A new study will uncover how the adolescent brain changes and develops at a cellular level.

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Parents are key partners in preventing harm during paediatric emergency care

21 July 2026

New research highlights the vital role families play in keeping children safe in Emergency Departments

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Long reads

Improving dementia communication

Professor Alison Wray’s work on how the social and emotional impact of dementia affects communication is helping people with dementia, their families, and professional carers to navigate the communication challenges they face.

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Informing Muslims about organ donation

Dr Mansur Ali is helping fellow Muslims explore their faith’s stance on these life-saving procedures.

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Taking physics to the masses

Our research has helped transform perceptions, teaching practice and public awareness of astronomy.

Understanding postpartum psychosis

Mothers at risk of developing this severe psychiatric disorder are being better supported due to the work of Professor Ian Jones and his team.

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