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Violence Research Group celebrated for outstanding contributions to health and social care research

5 October 2026

The National Institute for Health and Care Research announced its winners for the 2026 NIHR20 Impact Prizes

Building together for transatlantic technology transfer

30 September 2026

Universities and industry join forces in Marshall Land Research Alliance

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Cardiff astronomers to provide key technologies for revolutionary NASA mission

28 September 2026

Astronomy Instrumentation Group to provide far-infrared filters and internal calibration sources to probe cold universe as part of UK PRIMA team

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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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