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Learned Society of Wales welcomes new Fellows tackling key world challenges

28 April 2026

15 academics from Cardiff University have achieved the prestigious honour of joining the Learned Society of Wales.

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“We are living with disinformation. We are not going to eradicate it”, global expert argues

7 April 2026

Professor Martin Innes gives evidence to two major UK inquiries

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Researchers and families join forces to ensure better mental health support for relatives

18 March 2026

Free online resources will help loved ones of people in hospital for psychiatric treatment

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A Family-Friendly and Inclusive Senedd: Cardiff University academics evaluate representation and participation in the Welsh parliament

17 March 2026

Interviews and surveys explored the barriers and challenges of serving as a Member of the Senedd (MS)

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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Cardiff University emeritus professor in social research receives MBE

2 March 2026

Emeritus professor and former Director of Social Work at Cardiff University has been awarded an MBE for policy and legislation development in Wales.

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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

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Social care workers in Wales have their say

11 February 2026

Workers’ survey gathers insights from across the sector

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PHIRST Insight awarded five more years of funding

9 February 2026

Researchers from the University of Bristol and Cardiff University receive further NIHR funding.

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Cash transfers linked to sharp falls in child deprivation in Northern Uganda, groundbreaking Cardiff University study finds

5 February 2026

Research suggests direct income support helps Ugandans afford essential items for childhood.