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South Wales saltmarshes hold nearly three times more fish than unvegetated shores, Swansea University study shows

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:24:00 +0000

Saltmarshes in south Wales support fish at nearly three times the density of unvegetated estuarine shores, according to new Swansea University research.

300 years of industrialisation have left Wales with a blank ecological canvas in its coastal waters

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:46:00 +0000

A new study has revealed the staggering extent of historical degradation in Welsh estuaries and coasts, challenging modern conservationists to rethink how they restore the nation’s marine environments.

Swansea spin-out Bionema Group receives second King’s Award for Enterprise

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Bionema Group Ltd, a Swansea University spin-out specialising in biological crop protection and sustainable agriculture, has been awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise: Sustainable Development 2026.

Nitrogen pollution identified as major driver of biodiversity loss in UK coastal waters

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:16:00 +0000

A new study of the British Isles’ coastal ecosystems has revealed that nitrogen enrichment is significantly reducing the abundance and variety of marine life.

Swansea University staff named as Fellows of the Learned Society of Wales

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000

Six Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

Freedom Leisure announced as new operator for Swansea Bay Sports Park

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Following an extensive and thorough procurement exercise Swansea University and Swansea Council have entered into an agreement with Freedom Leisure to operate the sport and leisure facilities at Swansea Bay Sports Park (SBSP).

New Senedd voting system poorly understood by public, study reveals

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:01:00 +0000

Two-thirds of people in Wales are unclear about major changes to the Senedd voting system ahead of the upcoming election, according to new public polling.

£100k awarded to Swansea researchers developing gut hormone dementia treatment

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:18:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers have been awarded £102,949 by BRACE Dementia Research to investigate a stomach hormone's role in a potential new dementia treatment.

Swansea University unveils memorial sculpture honouring "silent teachers" of medical science

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0000

A permanent memorial sculpture has been unveiled at Swansea University’s Singleton Park campus to recognise the invaluable contributions of individuals who donate their bodies to medical education and research.

Swansea University and UK Sports Institute launch PhD to enhance data-informed performance in elite sport

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:50:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched a new collaborative PhD project with the UK Sports Institute (UKSI), the UK’s leading provider of science, medicine, technology and engineering services to Olympic and Paralympic sports.

Swansea University research reports decade‑long wait for specialist NHS rheumatology referral from Wales to England

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University has identified significant delays and diagnostic barriers affecting rheumatology patients in Wales.

Swansea scientist among first winners of prestigious £100k scholarship

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:33:00 +0000

A Swansea University student has secured a major new scholarship worth more than £100,000 to further his studies.

Swansea-led UK-Africa partnership developing next-generation perovskite solar technologies for energy access

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0000

A new international partnership led by Swansea University is being launched to develop affordable, next-generation all-perovskite tandem solar cells for African climates, supporting long-term energy access and local manufacturing opportunities across East Africa.

Professor Peter Stead - A Tribute

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:08:00 +0000

It is with great sadness that we learned of the recent passing of Professor Peter Stead; Swansea University alumnus, former staff member, Honorary Fellow and founder of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize.

Swansea student mentors sweep the board at top awards

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:52:00 +0000

Swansea University student mentors have been recognised for the outstanding support they have provided to school pupils.

Funding boost set to benefit wellbeing research in Wales

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:34:00 +0000

A higher education consortium led by Swansea University has received a major investment towards research into issues relating to wellbeing through the arts and humanities.

Renovation breathes new life into the House of Death

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0000

Swansea University’s award-winning Egypt Centre has opened its doors again after a major revamp.

Academic in international collaboration testing credibility of research claims

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:16:00 +0000

A Swansea University psychologist is part of a team of international academics putting research credibility to the test.

Health and Care Research Wales Faculty announces latest Advancing Researchers awardees

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:06:00 +0000

Two Swansea University researchers have been successful in the latest round of Health and Care Research Wales funding awards.

Nurse-led programme helps prevents violence and improves emergency care

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:14:00 +0000

New research shows that hospital accident and emergency violence prevention programmes are effective in reducing harm, costs to the NHS and improve emergency care.

Learning disability nursing student in running for top honour

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:58:00 +0000

A Swansea University nursing student’s dedication to her patients has seen her shortlisted for a prestigious national honour.

Swansea University academic awarded for exceptional research into volcanoes

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:34:00 +0000

The Geological Society of London awarded Dr Emma Watts, a Post-doctoral Researcher in Tephrochronology in the Department of Geography at Swansea University, a prestigious medal in recognition of outstanding research.

Rethinking dementia: New book argues attention — not memory — may be the earliest warning sign

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:05:00 +0000

A pioneering new book led by a Swansea University academic is offering a fresh perspective on dementia by challenging one of the most familiar assumptions about the condition: that memory loss is always the earliest and most defining symptom.

Leading poets share their work to help inspire future students

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:35:00 +0000

A-level English students were given a unique insight into the work of two the UK’s most acclaimed poets at a special Swansea University event.

Study finds dust-resilient perovskite solar cells could cut manufacturing costs and expand green energy worldwide

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:19:00 +0000

New research has shown that perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are remarkably resilient to dust during production, challenging the industry belief that high-performance solar technology must be manufactured in sterile and expensive "cleanrooms”.

New report sounds alarm on AI chatbots driving violence against women and girls

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000

A new report provides the first comprehensive analysis of how AI chatbots are reshaping violence against women and girls (VAWG) in dangerous new ways.

Swansea University graduates win top UK awards for transforming lives across India and Ghana

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Two Swansea University graduates have been honoured in the British Council’s Study UK Alumni Awards 2026, receiving national recognition in India and Ghana for their leadership and contributions to social impact, culture, and creativity.

World’s largest prize for young writers: Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2026

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000

The shortlist for the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today featuring six extraordinary, emerging voices, whose writing explores love and beauty, society and gender – with a distinct focus on coming-of-age stories.

Swansea University part of major £65.6 million UKRI investment to train next generation of nuclear engineers and scientists

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Swansea University will play a key role in a new £65.6 million UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Doctoral Focal Award in Nuclear Skills, helping to train specialists essential to future clean energy, national security and advanced nuclear technologies.

Swansea University to support Argentine creative entrepreneurs through international bootcamp

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Swansea University’s School of Management has partnered with UK-based consultancy Libra Europe to deliver the 2026 Diseño Argentino Exponencial — Creative Bootcamp, an international entrepreneurship programme supporting emerging entrepreneurs across Argentina’s design and creative sectors.

National Cardiovascular Research Network lands transformative grant to tackle heart disease

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:32:00 +0000

A new interdisciplinary network of leading clinicians, researchers, patients and innovators has secured landmark funding that will transform efforts to prevent, diagnose and treat heart disease across Wales.

ReNeuron establishes new base at Swansea University’s Institute of Life Science in major research partnership

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:50:00 +0000

ReNeuron Group Limited, a leading UK biotechnology company, has joined Swansea University’s Institute of Life Science (ILS) in a new strategic research partnership to advance next-generation exosome therapies, helping transport medicines to the parts of the body where they are needed most.

Professor honoured for groundbreaking work transforming simulation education

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Joanne Davies has been celebrated for her exceptional achievement in the field medical training at this year’s prestigious St David Awards.

Experts launch fantasy sports-style platform for 2026 Senedd election

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:53:00 +0000

Politics experts at Swansea University have launched an innovative new website that brings the excitement of fantasy sports to political forecasting, offering a fresh and interactive way for people to engage with the 2026 Senedd election.

Swansea scientist’s £1m award to expand understanding of antimatter

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:35:00 +0000

A Swansea University scientist has been awarded almost £1m to lead a new research team investigating antimatter gravity.

Swansea University and NSDA launch search for the UK’s most inspiring school dogs

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:45:00 +0000

The search is underway for the UK’s most inspiring canine classroom companion, as Swansea University and the National School Dog Alliance (NSDA) open nominations for the 2026 UK School Dog of the Year Awards.

Study reveals children in contact with family court more likely to self-harm

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:23:00 +0000

Children in contact with family court, whether following parental separation or care proceedings are more likely to self-harm than those who have no contact with the family justice system. Any family court contact is an opportunity to identify and initiate care and prevention efforts for at risk children, according to new research.

University’s female innovators reveal a wealth of entrepreneurial ideas

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Helping patients gain better access to cross-border healthcare, a climate and sustainability education platform and a tool collating global product recalls – these are just some of the bright ideas generated by groundbreaking Swansea University women.

New study maps what we do and don’t know about outcomes for children in care

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:20:00 +0000

A new study led by Swansea University has mapped international evidence on the outcomes of children who grow up in out-of-home care.

Swansea University to deliver prestigious Google DeepMind-supported AI research programme

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has been chosen to host the Google DeepMind Research Ready Programme — a fully funded, eight-week experience designed to widen participation in artificial intelligence (AI) research.

Swansea University secures funding to boost international languages in schools

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Swansea University has secured funding from the Welsh Government to help improve the teaching of international languages in schools in mid and west-Wales.

Swansea researchers help strengthen cybersecurity across semiconductor supply chain

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:28:00 +0000

Experts from Swansea University’s Computer Science Department are playing a key role in an international initiative tackling growing cybersecurity risks across the semiconductor supply chain — a sector underpinning everything from national defence systems and critical infrastructure to connected vehicles.

German Ambassador highlights power of learning languages during two-day celebration at Swansea University

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:51:00 +0000

The importance of learning languages was highlighted during a recent two-day celebration at Swansea University.

Student’s networking skills clinches Bank of England Governor visit

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:46:00 +0000

A Swansea University student’s quick thinking and networking skills at a local business event in the city led to him to secure a visit from the Governor of the Bank of England.

Swansea University ensures Malaysian SMEs get a Soft Landing when entering UK markets

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:18:00 +0000

Malaysian-based small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) received a helping hand when launching their products in the UK, thanks to Swansea University expertise.

Professor’s Green Future Fellowship will help University drive forward sustainable solar technology

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:40:00 +0000

Swansea University’s position as a world leader in sustainable solar manufacturing is set to go from strength to strength following a prestigious £3 million research award.

Could finger length provide vital clue to understanding human brain evolution?

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:26:00 +0000

The evolution of the human species is marked by an increase in brain size. Now new research suggests that could be partly dependent on increases in prenatal oestrogen - revealed by looking at the length of a person’s fingers.

University’s simulation pioneer shortlisted for St David Award

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:46:00 +0000

Swansea University’s pioneering head of simulation and immersive learning is in the running for a prestigious St David Award, the national awards of Wales.

Reusable cup scheme rolls out at Swansea University

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:07:00 +0000

Swansea University has taken a positive step towards reducing single-use packaging with the launch of the 2GoCup scheme across several catering outlets on campus.

Swansea–INEOS Grenadiers collaboration to help transform elite cycling talent identification

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:52:00 +0000

Swansea University has partnered with INEOS Grenadiers to develop cutting-edge data and AI solutions that could revolutionise how emerging talent is identified in professional cycling.

Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs had limited impact on sharks and rays, major AI-driven study shows

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A groundbreaking new study using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) has revealed that the asteroid strike that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago caused only a modest decline in shark and ray species. The findings challenge previous understandings of how severely this mass extinction affected life in the oceans.

Longlist announced for Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2026

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The longlist for the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today, with authors hailing from across the world including UK, US, Ireland, Pakistan, and Nigeria.

University scientists awarded funding for innovative dementia research

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Experts at Swansea University Medical School have secured extra support for a groundbreaking study into brain ageing and genes that could advance drug development.

Could dietary change support adolescent mental health? New review highlights evidence gaps and future research priorities

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:36:00 +0000

A study led by researchers at Swansea University suggests that dietary patterns may play a role in adolescent mental health and sets out a detailed research roadmap to better understand this relationship.

Researcher recommendations for new teachers to support children’s participative rights in the classroom

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:33:00 +0000

A collaborative research team involving Swansea University has just released guidance aimed at supporting new teachers to embed children’s participative rights in schools.

Researchers work with communities to celebrate Being Human

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:20:00 +0000

From celebrating disability rights to sharing young people’s experiences of growing up in a steel community - once again Swansea University has played a key role in the success of the Being Human Festival.

Swansea University part of new UK-wide Evidence Exchange

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:21:00 +0000

Swansea University is a founder member in a major university consortium to offer policy to research opportunities for civil and public servants.

Largest analysis of wellbeing interventions shows multiple routes to better mental health

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:53:00 +0000

As another new year gets under way many of us will be looking for a way of boosting how we feel but is it better to hit the gym or mediate in nature? Now new research by Swansea experts has provided the largest ever comparison of wellbeing-focused interventions delivered to adults.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize unveils judging panel for 2026

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:15:00 +0000

The judging panel for this year’s edition of the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is shared today, ahead of the longlist announcement on Thursday 22 January.

University in new project to advance perovskite solar innovation

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:33:00 +0000

Swansea University experts are teaming up with Power Roll Ltd, a leading technology disruptor in the flexible PV market, for a new collaborative project to appraise novel characterisation techniques for perovskite solar cells (PSCs).

Swansea University graduates share success stories in new podcast series

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:37:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched a new podcast series celebrating the success stories of its graduates and the inspiring journeys that began at Swansea.

Swansea to lead new UK Centre for Doctoral Training in semiconductor skills

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University will lead a major national initiative to address the UK’s semiconductor skills gap with the launch of a new Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in semiconductor skills.

Swansea University heritage project recovers evidence of a major archaeological find

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:03:00 +0000

Experts have uncovered a unique slice of history – a Roman villa – which they say will offer unparalleled information about Wales’s national story.

Construction starts on new National Institute for Sport and Health

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:26:00 +0000

Construction on the National Institute for Sport and Health (NISH), a pioneering new centre dedicated to advancing health, sport, and technology innovation is due to begin. Work to replace the existing pavilion at Sketty Lane will commence in January with full construction beginning shortly thereafter.

Lifetime of studying sees former teacher claim her fifth degree at the age of 92

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:19:00 +0000

A lifelong passion for learning has driven Bernice Juxon-Jones to continue her studies into her retirement. Now at the age of 92 she has just been awarded a Master of Philosophy degree in Medieval German from Swansea University.

Study puts spotlight on assessment tool used to predict deadly domestic abuse

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:43:00 +0000

A risk evaluation aimed at helping protect women from domestic violence is working but could be improved to help more victims, according to researchers.

University’s green credentials secure another first-class result

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:36:00 +0000

Swansea University is once again among the top 10 per cent of universities for environmental and ethical issues, according to the latest UK People & Planet University League published by The Guardian.

Heavy is the head that wears the crown: Study finds dominant baboons miss out on restful nights

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:15:00 +0000

Dominant baboons rule the troop by day, but at night, they may pay a hidden cost. A new study led by Swansea University has found that higher-ranking baboons get less and more fragmented rest at night than their lower-ranked troop mates.

Ayla wins personal battle to achieve her dream of helping others

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:01:00 +0000

The thought of walking across a stage to collect a degree would have seemed like an impossible dream to a teenage Ayla Jones.

Swansea University honours Professor Iwan Davies

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:35:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an honorary degree to the highly esteemed lawyer, academic, and former colleague and friend of the institution, Professor Iwan Davies.

Carol Vorderman awarded honorary doctorate from Swansea University

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:20:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded broadcaster and writer Carol Vorderman MBE an Honorary Doctor of Science degree in recognition of her services to broadcasting and STEM education.

Swansea University awards honorary degree to distinguished rugby coach Mike Ruddock

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:05:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented an honorary degree to Mike Ruddock OBE, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to Welsh rugby and his long-standing connection with the region’s sporting community.

Swansea University presents honorary award to distinguished environmental scientist Dr Laurent Charlet

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:29:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented Dr Laurent Charlet, an environmental molecular geochemist of global distinction, with the award of an Honorary Doctorate in Engineering (EngD).

Acclaimed poet Tudur Hallam honoured by Swansea University

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:20:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an Honorary Fellowship to the chaired bard Professor Tudur Hallam in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Welsh-language literature and culture.

Globally recognised legal expert Richard Neylon honoured by Swansea University

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:20:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an honorary degree to Richard Neylon, a leading authority on managing major incidents and disputes in hostile and complex environments.

Study proves how local knowledge enhances the sustainability of interconnected fisheries

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:32:00 +0000

New research has revealed just how valuable local knowledge and communication is when it comes to protecting the world largest freshwater fish in the western Amazon.

New research project aiming to help shoppers avoid buy-now-pay-later debt crisis

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:40:00 +0000

Black Friday is here and Christmas is coming – bringing store shelves and websites packed with tempting items plus TV adverts and promotions to get us spending to ensure we have a perfect festive season.

Discovery at 60: Celebrating Swansea’s student volunteering legacy

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:18:00 +0000

Swansea University’s student volunteering charity, Discovery SVS, is marking 60 years of making a difference—and is inviting the wider community to join the celebrations.

Can AI make us more creative? New study reveals surprising benefits of human-AI collaboration

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:34:00 +0000

Artificial intelligence (AI) is often seen as a tool to automate tasks and replace humans, but new research from Swansea University challenges this view, showing that AI can also act as a creative, engaging and inspiring partner.

Swansea University professor wins SEMI Academia Impact Award for European semiconductor leadership

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been honoured with the prestigious SEMI Academia Impact Award, recognising his outstanding contributions to semiconductor research, innovation, and industry-academia collaboration in Europe.

Public show their love for University grounds by voting them among UK’s best Green Flag parks

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:08:00 +0000

Swansea University has been honoured after thousands of park users across the UK voted for their favourite green spaces.

Swansea University to uncover Jersey’s feudal past in £216K landmark study

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has received a major research grant of £215,843 to lead a new study into Jersey’s historic feudal system, exploring how centuries-old traditions of land and law have shaped the island’s identity.

‘Swansea University literally saved my life’ Author uses book to inspire other women to embrace new challenges

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The transformative power of education and the positive role Swansea University played in one woman’s life are among the themes of a new book aimed at inspiring others as they navigate middle age.

New nanogel technology destroys drug-resistant bacteria in hours

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

As the threat of antibiotic resistance grows, a Swansea University academic has led the development of a novel technology capable of killing some of the most dangerous bacteria known to medicine—with over 99.9% effectiveness against Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa).

Swansea physicists drive antihydrogen breakthrough at CERN with record trapping technique

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Physicists from Swansea University have played the leading role in a scientific breakthrough at CERN, developing an innovative technique that increases the antihydrogen trapping rate by a factor of ten.

Fake or the real thing? How AI can make it harder to trust the pictures we see

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:33:00 +0000

A new study has revealed that artificial intelligence can now generate images of real people that are virtually impossible to tell apart from genuine photographs.

Study reveals people with gambling disorder more likely to die by suicide

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000

People diagnosed with a gambling disorder are significantly more likely to die by suicide, according to new research led by Swansea University – marking a major step forward in understanding gambling-related harm.

New study reveals fastest Antarctic glacier retreat in modern history

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:10:00 +0000

A glacier on the Eastern Antarctic Peninsula has experienced the fastest recorded ice loss in modern history, according to a landmark study co-authored by Swansea University.

Burton’s granddaughter shares insights at centenary lecture dedicated to star

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:49:00 +0000

In his centenary year, Richard Burton’s granddaughter will be in Swansea to provide a unique personal perspective on the legendary actor next week.

New research uncovers promising target for autoimmune disease treatment

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

A new study led by Swansea University has revealed a new way to potentially treat certain autoimmune diseases by targeting a protein that helps regulate energy production in immune cells.

Inside Y Storfa – the new home of the South Wales Miners’ Library

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 08:38:00 +0000

Progress is continuing on the new home of Swansea University’s South Wales Miners’ Library with a video revealing just how it is taking shape.

Swansea volcanologist joins global deep-sea mission to uncover earthquake secrets

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University volcanologist is set to explore one of Earth’s most mysterious underwater landscapes as part of a groundbreaking international expedition off the coast of Japan.

Learners with additional needs left out of Wales’s climate education, new report reveals

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:45:00 +0000

Children with additional learning needs (ALN) are being left behind in Wales’s climate and sustainability education—despite national promises to make environmental learning part of every child’s experience—according to a new report from Swansea University and Keep Wales Tidy.

New end of life care study reveals gaps in palliative care access

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

A new Swansea University study using population-scale data, has revealed insights into how people use health and care services in their final year of life and highlights the need for better identification and support for people needing palliative care

Local children envision Port Talbot’s future in vivid new murals

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Three vibrant new murals now brighten Ynys Street in Port Talbot, capturing the town’s past, present, and imagined future—through the eyes of over 200 local children.

University data scientist wins doctoral fellowship award

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:43:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher has received a Health and Care Research Wales Doctoral Fellowship award for his work to explore the safety of medicines.

Swansea professor appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000

The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has appointed Swansea University’s Amira Guirguis as its new Chief Scientist.

Trent/ Swansea dual degree marks 10-year milestone

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:50:00 +0000

The first dual degree programme allowing students to study at both Swansea and in Canada is marking its 10^th anniversary, and stems from a partnership of nearly forty years between Swansea University and Trent University in Ontario.

Swansea awarded University of Sanctuary status for supporting those fleeing conflict

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:48:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded University of Sanctuary status for the welcome and support it offers to people displaced from their homes by conflict.

Swansea experts awarded £1.2 million for test that could transform stroke care

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:35:00 +0000

Researchers in Swansea have been awarded a £1.2 million grant to create a blood test for more effective treatment of conditions such as stroke.

Marine scientists urge overhaul of restoration rules to save oceans

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has led an international team of marine scientists and practitioners—spanning 18 countries—in calling for urgent reform to the licensing and regulation of marine and coastal restoration projects.

Former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams to deliver human rights lecture at Swansea University

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:56:00 +0000

Dr Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the UK’s most respected public thinkers, will deliver this year’s Illtyd David Human Rights Memorial Lecture at Swansea University.

Global study finds what influences animals’ antipredator colour strategies

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:30:00 +0000

Why do some animals use bright colours to warn off predators while others opt to camouflage themselves to avoid attack? To find out more, ecologists from around the world have collaborated on a major new study looking at what has led to the evolution of one strategy over another.

Researchers take steps to put Wales on the physical activity map

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Welsh Institute of Physical Activity, Health and Sport (WIPAHS), through a team led by Swansea University researchers, has developed Wales’ 2025 GoPA! Country Card—a key snapshot of the nation’s movement trends, revealing an increase in physical activity among adults.

Welsh study reveals the complex link between care experience and educational outcomes

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:44:00 +0000

A research project, funded by Health and Care Research Wales, has revealed academic achievements for children in care can vary significantly based on their care experiences.

Resilience under pressure: Study reveals ambulance staff’s adaptive response to Covid-19

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University study has uncovered the intense emotional and operational strain experienced by emergency ambulance staff across the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Bionema receives £650k Innovate UK grant for groundbreaking biological slug control technology

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Award-winning Swansea University spin-out company Bionema Group Ltd has been awarded a major funding boost from Innovate UK.

University’s commitment to trade justice helps secure Fairtrade Award

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:40:00 +0000

Swansea University has achieved a prestigious Fairtrade University and College Award in 2025, recognising the university for championing ethical consumption and trade justice over the past two years.

Keza O'Neill wins the 2025 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Keza O’Neill’s ‘The Man on the Train’ has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition.

Swansea University study exposes hidden crisis of suicide among new fathers

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:38:00 +0000

Groundbreaking research by Swansea University, commissioned by the newly launched 1001 Critical Days Foundation, has revealed two to three babies lose their fathers to suicide every week across the UK.

“We're not just analysing data, we’re listening to young people” - Young voices at the heart of mental health research

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:57:00 +0000

A new research project is being highlighted on World Suicide Prevention Day as it aims to transform understanding of self-harm and suicide among children and young people, particularly those in contact with social care and explore ways in which vulnerable young people can be better supported.

Back with a bang: Swansea Science Festival returns this October half-term

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:04:00 +0000

The Royal Institution’s high-energy Explosive Food and Fired Up shows are among the headline events at this year’s Swansea Science Festival, which returns this October half-term.

Universities launch first new UK-wide study of child development in a generation

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:35:00 +0000

Swansea University will be playing a key role in the first new UK-wide scientific study of babies in a quarter of a century.

Welsh Secretary visits Swansea University to explore cutting-edge sport and health tech innovation

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:36:00 +0000

Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens visited Swansea University’s Simulation & Immersive Learning Centre (SUSIM) to gain first-hand insight into the groundbreaking work of the National Institute for Sport & Health (NISH).

Swansea study offers practical insights to support mental health in older adults

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:15:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University reveals how personal values, social ties, and the body’s ability to regulate stress shape mental wellbeing and psychological distress as people grow older.

New review highlights need for menopause support for autistic people

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A new evidence review undertaken by Swansea University academics to better understand the menopause-related experiences and needs of Autistic people, has revealed significant gaps in knowledge, support, and healthcare provision, and identifies a need for targeted resources and interventions.

Landmark project to study the 2026 Senedd election

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:15:00 +0000

UKRI Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) has awarded more than £1m to a research team from Swansea and Aberystwyth universities to lead the Welsh Election Study 2026 (WES 2026), a four-year project that will provide high-quality, impartial survey data on political attitudes and voting behaviour in Wales.

Queer Welsh voices shine in powerful new collection

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:54:00 +0000

A striking new collection of writing and artwork has been published, celebrating the proud, personal, and diverse voices of LGBTQ+ people across Wales.

Swansea University announces stellar line-up for Children’s and Young People’s Literature Festival 2025

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:33:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced the return of the Children’s and Young People’s Literature Festival, taking place on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October 2025 at Swansea’s National Waterfront Museum.

Self-help, trackers, cosmetic surgery…. Award for sociologist’s research on culture of self-optimisation

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:14:00 +0000

A Swansea sociologist has been honoured by the journal Current Sociology, published by the International Sociological Association, for his new research into self-optimisation, which is a term for ideas and practices aimed at continuous enhancement of the self. Examples range from self-help books and podcasts to self-tracking devices, nutritional supplements and cosmetic surgery.

Research to improve teaching skills in healthcare boosted by Livery Company award

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:07:00 +0000

A Swansea University expert researching how to improve teaching skills among healthcare professionals has won a travel scholarship from The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow him to share his findings internationally.

Platelets found to store DNA — New breakthrough could transform cancer screening

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has helped uncover a surprising new role for platelets—one that could significantly advance early cancer detection.

Sliteye shark discovered in remote Indian Ocean—First-ever sighting in Chagos Archipelago

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:15:00 +0000

The sliteye shark has been recorded for the first time on the Great Chagos Bank, the world’s largest coral atoll structure—marking a major advance in understanding the geographic range of this near-threatened species.

SAIL research now shaping operational strategy of Welsh ambulance leaders

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:53:00 +0000

New insights provided by Swansea University’s award-winning SAIL Databank have helped shape future operational strategy by Welsh ambulance services.

Emeritus Professor Tudur Hallam wins prestigious Eisteddfod Chair

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 15:45:00 +0000

Tudur Hallam, Emeritus Professor in the Department of Welsh at Swansea University, has been awarded the Chair at the 2025 National Eisteddfod in Wrexham.

Lab-made sugar-coated particle blocks Covid-19 infection — Possible new treatment on the horizon

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Groundbreaking research led by a Swansea University academic has revealed a synthetic glycosystem — a sugar-coated polymer nanoparticle — that can block Covid-19 from infecting human cells, reducing infection rates by nearly 99%.

Breakthrough in bacterial sepsis research could save lives and cut NHS costs

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 16:08:00 +0000

Researchers, funded by the Health and Care Research Wales Faculty, have successfully identified biomarkers in both the host and bacteria that could help diagnose sepsis early and potentially save lives and cut NHS costs.

Catalan, Italian, Portuguese…. more options for languages study at Swansea as department also boosts school links

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:15:00 +0000

More languages are now available to students at Swansea, with the addition of Catalan, Italian and Portuguese to the main degree programme, at the same time as a new link with the Association for Language Learning has been set up: two signs that show languages are thriving at Swansea University.

It’s not just how many – it’s when: global study reveals people judge a potential partner’s sexual history by timing, not total number

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:00:00 +0000

A major international study has found that when it comes to choosing a long-term partner, people across the globe consider not just how many sexual partners someone has had, but also when those encounters took place.

Staying in school associated with fewer hospital visits in midlife, study suggests

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:40:00 +0000

New research suggests that staying in school is associated with fewer hospital appointments in midlife.

Experts highlight factors influencing childhood entry into out-of-home care

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:45:00 +0000

New research has shed light on the many different factors that lead to children entering out-of-home care in high-income countries.

Researchers supporting venture to open up Swansea’s historic waterway corridor

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 13:35:00 +0000

Swansea University experts are lending their support to an ambitious scheme to revive the waterways of the city’s industrial past.

Olympic cycling champion Elinor Barker honoured by Swansea University

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 23:09:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an honorary master of arts (MA) degree to Olympic gold medallist Elinor Barker MBE, in recognition of her outstanding achievements and contribution to international cycling.

Swansea University honours Olufolahan Olumide for global contributions to engineering and architecture

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:10:48 +0000

Swansea University has conferred an honorary doctorate in engineering on Olufolahan Olumide, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to engineering, architecture, and global enterprise over a remarkable 50-year career.

Swansea University honours world-leading engineer and alumnus Professor Yi Min Xie

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:10:00 +0000

Swansea University has conferred an Honorary Award upon internationally renowned engineer and distinguished alumnus, Professor Yi Min Xie, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field of structural optimisation and engineering innovation.

Former Wales Women’s rugby captain Siwan Lillicrap awarded honorary degree by Swansea University

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented an honorary degree to former Wales Women’s rugby captain Siwan Lillicrap, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Welsh rugby.

From carer to changemaker: Swansea graduate transforms struggle into strength

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:45:00 +0000

After years of extraordinary personal and academic challenges, from caring for three generations of her family to living with undiagnosed dyslexia, Karen Armitage has graduated from Swansea University.

Homeless to honours: One graduate’s mission to help shape housing policy

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0000

After surviving 40 nights sleeping in the back seat of his car, one man has graduated with first-class honours from Swansea University—and now he’s using his lived experience to help transform housing policy.

Charity’s extra boost for scheme to transform visitor facilities at the Egypt Centre

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:10:00 +0000

The Wolfson Foundation has awarded a £100,000 grant to the Egypt Centre at Swansea University.

University runners rise to the Challenge to claim Half Marathon title

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:48:00 +0000

The combined speed and determination of staff and students at Swansea University claimed a prestigious honour at this year’s Swansea Half Marathon.

Ocean-savvy penguins ride the tide to save energy and find food, study shows

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:50:00 +0000

Magellanic penguins are smarter ocean travellers than previously thought, according to a new study involving researchers from Swansea University’s Animal Movement Lab. The findings reveal that these penguins use tidal currents not only to return home more efficiently, but also to forage for food along the way.

Collaboration rewarded for work to further deployment of batteries in emerging economies

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Technology developed at Swansea University has won funding to help deliver better battery systems to Sub-Saharan Africa.

Green Flag honour recognises University’s dedication to its unique surroundings

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:37:00 +0000

Swansea University is once again flying the prestigious Green Flag at both its campuses.

Swansea academic’s book on US government’s role in assassinations wins Richard E. Neustadt Book Prize

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:34:00 +0000

A book by a Swansea expert in intelligence and US foreign policy has been awarded the 2024 Neustadt Prize for the best book in the field of US government and politics.

Westminster goes to the dogs – Achilles the Norwich Terrier crowned UK’s first-ever school dog of the year

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +0000

In a tail-wagging celebration at the Palace of Westminster, a four-legged champion named Achilles has made history as the UK’s very first School Dog of the Year.

Working together to deliver research and innovation opportunities

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:06:00 +0000

Hywel Dda University Health Board and Swansea University are extending their partnership to help improve the health and well-being of communities in south-west Wales after signing a new agreement.

Swansea University’s student satisfaction improves across all areas, latest NSS results show

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:08:00 +0000

Swansea University students have given positive feedback across all aspects of their university experience in the latest National Student Survey (NSS), published on 9 July 2025.

Irish and Welsh delegation celebrate cross-border collaborations

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:43:00 +0000

Swansea University has welcomed the Tánaiste Simon Harris TD and First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan MS, to the Bay Campus for a special showcase of pioneering research projects that highlight the strength of collaboration between Ireland and Wales.

Swansea University drives next-gen cybersecurity in aerospace systems

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:35:00 +0000

Swansea University, Novel Engineering Consultants Ltd (Novel), and Airbus Endeavr Wales—a unique initiative between the Welsh Government and Airbus Defence and Space—are collaborating on a groundbreaking research initiative to strengthen aerospace systems against cyberattacks.

PPAWS for thought: Churchill Fellowship sees Swansea academic explore canine classrooms worldwide

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been awarded a prestigious Churchill Fellowship to explore a growing global movement in education: introducing dogs into the classroom.

Media lecturer Dr Non Vaughan Williams honoured for outstanding contribution

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:37:00 +0000

At this year’s Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Awards Ceremony, it was announced that Dr Non Vaughan Williams, Senior Lecturer in Digital Media at Swansea University, won the Celebrate Your Lecturer award.

New collaboration to pioneer solar technology for space

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:40:00 +0000

Swansea and Loughborough Universities have joined forces on a pioneering mission to transform solar power in space by developing lightweight cadmium telluride (CdTe) solar cells on ultra-thin glass - a game-changing technology set to revolutionise energy systems for satellites and space-based manufacturing.

Landmark China education partnership is largest ever for Swansea

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:45:00 +0000

A landmark transnational education (TNE) arrangement to establish a Joint Education Institute (JEI) has been agreed between Swansea University and Nanjing Tech University (NJTU), China, that will deliver a range of degree programmes and is the largest of its kind for Swansea.

Legless in London – new board game bringing disability history to life wins international award

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:27:00 +0000

A new board game called Legless in London, based on research completed at Swansea University, which brings disability culture and history to life in a significant and accessible way, has been announced as a winner at the 2025 Games for Change Awards in New York.

Royal Society of Chemistry award for Swansea researcher’s work on luminescent materials

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0000

The Royal Society of Chemistry has announced that a Swansea researcher is one of the winners of its 2025 prizes in Research and Innovation, which celebrate exceptional people advancing the chemical sciences across industry and academia.

2025 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition shortlist announced

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000

The shortlist for the prestigious Rhys Davies National Short Story Competition 2025 has been announced.

High-flying aerospace students claim prize in aircraft design challenge

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:50:00 +0000

Aerospace students put their skills to the test in a competition aimed at highlighting their technological talents – and once again Swansea University lifted the top prize.

Eight Swansea University researchers selected for prestigious Welsh Crucible programme

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:45:00 +0000

Eight outstanding researchers from Swansea University have been selected for the 2025 Welsh Crucible, an award-winning programme for developing the future research leaders of Wales.

Scientists detect deep Earth pulses beneath Africa

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Earth scientists, including a researcher now based at Swansea University, have uncovered evidence of rhythmic surges of molten mantle rock rising from deep within the Earth beneath Africa.

Pledge for Babies in Wales: New call to put babies’ needs and voices at the heart of every decision

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Swansea University and Children in Wales have launched a new initiative aimed at highlighting and protecting the needs of babies.

New book spotlights Wales’ innovation giants and the future of entrepreneurship

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:40:00 +0000

Wales has driven innovation for centuries—from copper pioneer Robert Morris to tech titan Sir Terry Matthews. Now, a new book is set to inspire the next generation of innovators shaping the region’s future.

Global study reveals surprising flexibility in mosquito feeding patterns

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:51:00 +0000

In a landmark global study, scientists have uncovered far greater diversity and flexibility in mosquito feeding patterns than previously thought, challenging long-held assumptions about how the disease-carrying insects select their hosts.

Jason swapped steelworks for study – now he’s encouraging others to follow in his footsteps

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:04:00 +0000

When uncertainty began to mount over the future of Port Talbot’s Tata Steelworks, Jason Bailey saw it as just the push he needed to make a major career change.

New research to transform the UK steel supply chain, boosting manufacturing, defence and energy

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:36:00 +0000

A groundbreaking £22 million project led by Swansea University aims to revolutionise the UK’s steel supply chain, enhancing both the physical infrastructure and national security.

Up to 40 years to get diagnosed with lupus: research highlights devastating impact of delays on patients

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:46:00 +0000

New research by Swansea University and Cambridge University has revealed the causes and devastating impacts of delays – that can last decades - in diagnosing lupus, an auto-immune condition.

Swansea University achieves highest-ever global ranking

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:01:00 +0000

Swansea University has climbed six places to reach its highest-ever position in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2026, securing 292^nd place and cementing its status among the world’s top 300 universities.

Study highlights why some people find it harder to recognise faces of people from other races

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:54:00 +0000

While many people pride themselves on never forgetting a face, it’s just not so easy for others. Now researchers at Swansea University are examining why it can also be more difficult for some individuals to recognize the faces of people from racial groups different to their own.

New agreement to bring talented Thai students to Swansea

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:06:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Finn School of Business and Tourism in Thailand that will pave the way for their students to join the BSc Global Business Management programme.

Swansea University secures global top 40 position in THE Impact Rankings

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:01:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked 36^th in the world for its contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, published on 18 June 2025.

Swansea University leads consortium awarded £3m for national project using nature to help cities tackle climate change

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:43:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded £3m by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to lead a major new project that will explore how nature can help cities adapt to climate change.

New research examines the impact protected areas have on preserving biodiversity

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:20:00 +0000

Just how effective protected areas are at safeguarding habitats and the species that live within them is the focus of a new Swansea University study.

Plastic surgeon honoured by King for creating world-leading centre and inspiring excellence in Wales

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:10:00 +0000

A Swansea University plastic surgeon who combines teaching and groundbreaking research with his clinical duties has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list.

Historian honoured for services to British heritage in Rome

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:59:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list for his services to British heritage in Rome.

University professor honoured for expertise in health data innovation

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:45:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been recognised for his pioneering work shaping the study of health data in the UK.

Clinician chosen to lead cardiovascular research in Wales

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:19:00 +0000

A Swansea University clinician has been selected as Health and Care Research Wales national Specialty Lead to help shape future research.

Major international clinical trial finds significant impact of semaglutide on people with type 2 diabetes

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:41:00 +0000

An international clinical trial, led in the UK by Swansea’s Joint Clinical Research Facility (JCRF), has found that semaglutide tablets – best known as the active ingredient in some weight-loss treatments – can ‘significantly’ help reduce the risk of heart attacks in adults who have type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular and/or chronic kidney disease.

Tackling society’s most urgent challenges: Research explores how communities can work together to bring about positive change

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:10:00 +0000

Academics will investigate how citizens, civil society organisations and policymakers are collaborating to tackle some of society’s most pressing problems.

New Wales-Ireland research collaboration on cutting-edge battery technology

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:50:00 +0000

Swansea University and the University of Limerick have formed a pioneering research partnership to drive innovation in battery technology, collaborating on a project supported by the Wales-Ireland Research Alliance Award.

Swansea University graduates in Nigeria deliver free healthcare to more than 1,000 people

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:06:00 +0000

To mark this year’s Children’s Day, Swansea University’s Nigerian alumni network organised a free medical outreach event in Abuja, Nigeria, delivering healthcare services to more than 1,000 residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Tracking the ocean’s giant species – Swansea data used in global research to identify key areas for conservation efforts

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:26:00 +0000

A team of international scientists have tracked over 100 marine megafauna species – including sharks, whales, turtles and seals - identifying the most critical locations in our global oceans for improving marine conservation efforts, in new research involving Swansea University.

Swansea joins UK’s first university network for women entrepreneurs

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:08:00 +0000

Swansea University is among the first partner members of a new national network for women entrepreneurs.

Swansea sports science graduates head performance teams at Chelsea and West Ham United football clubs

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:57:00 +0000

Chelsea and West Ham may be Premier League rivals from opposite sides of London, but one thing they have in common is that for both clubs, getting their men’s first teams in the best possible physical shape is in the hands of Swansea sports science graduates.

CISM and Space Forge deal to help pioneer gravity-defying tech

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:51:00 +0000

Swansea University and Space Forge, pioneers in space-based advanced materials manufacturing and return technology, have signed a major deal, making the company the first to be physically hosted in the Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM), where it will undertake cutting-edge work in manufacturing in microgravity - the near-weightless conditions found in space.

Major incident exercise held to train Paramedic students

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:28:00 +0000

Swansea University has staged a major incident training exercise for final-year paramedic students at its Singleton Campus, which also involved staff and members of the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust (WAST), in a simulated factory explosion scenario resulting in multiple casualties.

Baboons walk in line for friendship, not survival, new study finds

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:09:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have discovered that baboons walk in lines, not for safety or strategy, but simply to stay close to their friends.

Major new study reveals key insights into incel community

Fri, 30 May 2025 14:29:00 +0000

A groundbreaking new study offers unprecedented insights into the incel (involuntary celibate) community, uncovering critical facts that challenge prevailing stereotypes and expand our understanding of this controversial subculture.

Championing inclusion in STEM: Technocamps wins big at SheCanCode STEM Educator Awards

Fri, 30 May 2025 10:45:00 +0000

Technocamps, Swansea University’s flagship STEM outreach programme, is celebrating a double win at the SheCanCode STEM Educator Awards, taking home top honours in Not-For-Profits in STEM Education and STEM Role Model.

Swansea University School of Management earns AACSB International Accreditation

Wed, 28 May 2025 12:36:00 +0000

Swansea University School of Management has earned business accreditation from AACSB, the world's largest network and global standard-setting body for business education.

Swansea welcomes senior leaders from Trent University, Canada, in further boost to thriving partnership

Wed, 21 May 2025 10:37:00 +0000

Leaders from one of Canada’s top universities, which has been exchanging students with Swansea in a thriving partnership for over 30 years, have visited campus to discuss how best to develop further ties.

Swansea-led project could transform clot treatment

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:20:00 +0000

Researchers are developing a cutting-edge blood test that measures clot formation and breakdown from a single sample, which has the potential to improve patient treatment and reduce pressure on the NHS.

How scientists forecast and manage volcanic eruptions – New award-winning educational video series

Mon, 19 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has helped launch an award-winning educational video series that brings Icelandic eruptions into school classrooms, offering students a deeper understanding of volcanic forecasting and hazard management.

Palestinian debut author Yasmin Zaher wins world’s largest prize for young writers with ‘borderless’ novel, The Coin

Thu, 15 May 2025 16:30:00 +0000

Palestinian author Yasmin Zaher has been revealed as the winner of the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for her debut novel, The Coin, marking 20 years of this global accolade.

How University’s Half Marathon runners’ efforts are already boosting mental health and supporting vital research

Thu, 15 May 2025 15:50:00 +0000

The countdown is on for this year’s Swansea Half Marathon and eager participants are busy training for the big day on Sunday, June 8.

Swansea University launches £2m cyber resilience research project

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:14:00 +0000

Swansea University is launching a £2m research initiative with the Wales-based National Data Exploitation Centre (NDEC), part of global technology leader Thales, to strengthen the cyber resilience of interconnected systems, including those in transport.

Swansea University showcases science at Urdd Eisteddfod in Margam

Wed, 14 May 2025 12:58:00 +0000

Swansea University is hosting GwyddonLe science pavilion at the Urdd Eisteddfod, which takes place in 2025 at Margam Park between 26-31 May.

Swansea University alumnus funds Global Lounge to unite students across cultures

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has unveiled its brand-new Global Lounge, a vibrant space designed to bring students together, celebrate diversity, and create a welcoming community for all.

Come along to show your support at beach walk

Mon, 12 May 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Swansea University is once again hosting a special walk to raise suicide awareness – and hopes a change of date will encourage even more people to come along this year.

Flexible mental health nursing degree set to offer new opportunities to learn

Fri, 09 May 2025 15:54:00 +0000

Students aiming to become mental health nurses can now fit their studies around their lives, thanks to a new flexible course at Swansea University.

Swansea researchers honoured by Health and Care Research Wales

Fri, 02 May 2025 15:03:00 +0000

Three researchers from Swansea University have been appointed as Health and Care Research Wales’ Senior Research Leaders, providing leadership and acting as ambassadors and advocates for health and care research in Wales over the next three years.

Invasive rats and rainforest mammals are sharing gut microbes as urban areas grow

Thu, 01 May 2025 13:15:00 +0000

As urban development continues to creep further into Earth’s oldest and most diverse rainforests, a Swansea University-led study reveals native and invasive small mammals aren't just adapting to their changing habitats—they may also be sharing their microbes.

More female athletes believe DSD eligibility is fair than unfair, research shows

Thu, 01 May 2025 08:17:00 +0000

More female athletes believe it is fair (43%), rather than unfair (36%) for athletes with a DSD – difference in sex development - to be included in the female category for contact sports like rugby and non-contact sports reliant on physical capacity like sprinting, a new study shows.

Breakthrough in quantum noise reduction

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have discovered a way to use mirrors to dramatically reduce the quantum noise that disturbs tiny particles – a breakthrough that might seem magical but is rooted in quantum physics.

Learned Society of Wales announces seven new Swansea University Fellows

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:09:00 +0000

Seven people from Swansea University are among the new Fellows of the Learned Society of Wales.

University leaders address challenges facing sector at Swansea conference

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:21:00 +0000

Higher education leaders from across the UK met at Swansea University to discuss the key issues and challenges facing the sector.

Using AI and data analysis to tackle drug-resistant epilepsy - Swansea University and King's College London secure £1.1 million funding

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:59:00 +0000

A new research collaboration between Swansea University and King’s College London has been awarded a prestigious Medical Research Council project grant to improve outcomes for people living with drug-resistant epilepsy.

Swansea University and Vodafone strengthen partnership with new collaboration agreement

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University and Vodafone have taken their collaboration to the next level with the signing of a new collaboration agreement and the leasing of office space in the University’s cutting-edge Institute of Life Sciences (ILS).

Swansea University Technician Community wins Impact Award

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded a Technician Commitment Impact Award to recognise the progress made against its self-assessment and action plan over the last three years.

Predicting animal movements under global change – why science fails in this vital task and how it can improve

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000

New research led by Swansea University will help scientists predict where and when animals will move, a task which is becoming more urgent, given the current rapid pace of global change.

Cake-cutting waste recycled into pollution-busting bacteria – University team sets up unlikely partnership

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 17:50:00 +0000

A family patisserie has teamed up with a biotech start-up company to recycle waste from cake-cutting into bacteria-based products which tackle pollution in agriculture and water. The unlikely match-up of the two Welsh companies was made by Swansea University experts.

University’s role in cooking up perfect recipe for groundbreaking edible soap

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:21:00 +0000

An edible soap that tastes of beans on toast is now hitting the headlines as it raises awareness of hygiene poverty, with a little help from Swansea University expertise.

Swansea retains its position among UK’s best institutions for spinouts

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:17:00 +0000

Swansea University has reaffirmed its status as one of the UK's leading academic institutions for generating spinout companies, according to the latest Spotlight on Spinouts report by data analytics firm Beauhurst, published in March 2025.

Swansea University gears up for 2025 Welsh Varsity with support from key sponsors

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:16:00 +0000

Swansea University is once again gearing up for one of the most eagerly anticipated Welsh Varsity which returns on Wednesday 9 April at Cardiff’s iconic Principality Stadium, backed by the generous support of key sponsors Compass Group, Mitie, UK Flooring Direct, and Graham.

Innovative Swansea research to target hearing loss risks from life-saving antibiotics

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:15:00 +0000

In a groundbreaking step towards preventing antibiotic-induced hearing loss, a Swansea University academic has been awarded £125,000 from the Academy of Medical Sciences.

Study seeks to address time it takes for patients to be admitted to emergency departments

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 09:08:00 +0000

Welsh researchers are working with healthcare professionals and leaders to improve understanding of why it takes so long for patients to be handed over from ambulances to hospital emergency departments.

Pioneering study examines cold water therapy’s potential to treat PTSD

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:10:00 +0000

Scientists at Swansea University have embarked on a groundbreaking study to examine whether cold water immersion (CWI) therapy can alleviate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

New study seeks to transform workplace policies for women academics with mental health conditions

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 13:50:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded almost £60,000 by the Equality Diversity and Inclusion Caucus (EDICa), supported by UKRI and the British Academy, to lead a pioneering project aimed at improving workplace conditions for women academics with mental health conditions (MHCs).

Bridging the digital divide: Swansea researchers uncover barriers facing ex-offenders in Wales

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 13:15:00 +0000

A new study has revealed how being cut off from using digital technology is creating additional obstacles for people with criminal histories in Wales, limiting their ability to access vital support services, find employment, and build social connections.

Experts issue urgent call for governments to unite to protect the world’s forests

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:54:00 +0000

Swansea University is playing a key role in the latest call to action laying out the critical steps governments must take to save the world’s forests.

Marine Restoration course is a world first for Swansea

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:15:00 +0000

Swansea University is launching the world’s first MSc in Marine Restoration which will equip graduates with the skills they need to tackle one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time - restoring ocean ecosystems.

New national centre for suicide prevention and self-harm research launched in Wales

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 23:01:00 +0000

Wales’s National Centre for Suicide Prevention and Self-Harm Research has been launched, marking a significant milestone in addressing one of the nation’s most pressing public health challenges.

Formula 1 driver Lando Norris visits Swansea University sport and exercise science labs in preparation for 2025 race season

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:15:00 +0000

With 24 races across 21 countries in 5 different continents, Formula 1 is a multi-billion pound sport attracting a global fanbase of around 750 million. This makes it the most popular annual sporting series in the world.

Semiconductor research breakthrough is a first for UK

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Researchers at the Centre for Integrated Semiconductor Materials (CISM) at Swansea University have made a significant breakthrough in semiconductor research by establishing the first 4-inch thin film gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃) capability in the UK.

Experts join forces for pioneering study on child physical abuse hospitalisations

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 06:30:00 +0000

The results of the first-ever large scale analysis of child physical abuse (CPA) hospitalisations have revealed important insights into trends across five European countries.

New book shines spotlight on the inspirational teacher who made Richard Burton

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:31:00 +0000

A new biography is set to reveal more about the man who inspired and transformed Richard Burton from his humble roots to stage and screen stardom.

University fish tagging project celebrates securing £600,000 to support its work

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University project to improve understanding of fish behaviour in Welsh rivers and seas has received a £657,000 funding boost.

Swansea students put household rubbish to the test to win bridge building competition

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:15:00 +0000

A team of Swansea civil engineering students secured first place in a prestigious competition to design and build a bridge entirely made from household recyclable materials.

Swansea University study highlights the need for support for families facing child-to-parent abuse

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000

A study by Swansea University has highlighted the urgent need for support for families facing child-to-parent abuse (CPA).

New report highlights ESEA communities' Engagement with Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:29:00 +0000

A Swansea University research team has shared their research into East and South-East Asian (ESEA) communities’ engagement with Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan to mark UN Day for Elimination of Race Discrimination on 21st March.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2025 shortlist revealed

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:01:00 +0000

The shortlist for the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today featuring six extraordinary, emerging voices, including three debuts, whose writing experiments with form, structure and style to explore identity, gender, grief and sexuality.

The toilet that turns waste into biofuel - student inventor team’s idea wins Invent for the Planet 2025

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:50:00 +0000

A biotransformer toilet that converts human waste into biofuel was the winning idea in the Swansea round of “Invent for the Planet”, an international design competition for student inventors.

Funding boost for new trial aiming to tackle the threat of infection for patients

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:42:00 +0000

Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) are a major global challenge, made worse by the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance. These infections not only compromise patient safety but also place immense financial strain on healthcare systems.

Swansea University to celebrate 200 years of braille with free public event

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Swansea University will be the first stop in Wales on a nationwide tour commemorating 200 years of braille, helping to highlight how this tactile system of raised dots empowers people with sight loss.

Experts helping Wales make strides towards a healthier future

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:18:00 +0000

Health and wellbeing experts at Swansea University are sharing the importance of physical activity for everyone, regardless of age, race, or gender.

How footballers’ fingers and height can predict their exercise performance

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:42:00 +0000

With the UEFA Women's Euro just a few months away, attention continues to grow around women’s football. Now new research involving Swansea University is focusing on female professional footballers and the levels of lactate they produce during exercise.

Swansea ranked safest place to study in Wales

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:16:00 +0000

Swansea has been named the safest city for students in Wales, according to a study by the trusted and independent Complete University Guide (CUG).

Swansea joins SAFEPOWER to help power a greener, smarter future

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM) is a partner in the new SAFEPOWER project, which aims to transform energy systems by creating new Medium-Voltage Direct Current (MVDC) converters, designed to be small, eco-friendly, secure, and competitive to create a cleaner and more energy-efficient future.

Swansea University PhD student taking his research to Parliament

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:46:00 +0000

Swansea University’s mathematics PhD student Xavier Crean is set to share his research with MPs eager to understand the latest scientific and technological advances.

Rediscovering Myrddin: Early Merlin poems reveal the poet and prophet behind the myth

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The earliest known poetry about Merlin, referred to as Myrddin in Welsh, has been made accessible to the public for the first time and reveals that, contrary to popular belief, he was not a wizard but a poet and a prophet deeply interested in the natural world.

University experts working to make water safer as part of new Biofilm Alliance

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:25:00 +0000

Swansea University is playing a key role in a new collaborative network dedicated to tackling the global challenges posted by microbial biofilms.

AI research internship opportunity - summer placement scheme for students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:45:00 +0000

Undergraduate students from disadvantaged backgrounds have an opportunity to spend this summer getting priceless hands-on experience in research in artificial intelligence (AI) at Swansea University’s computer science department.

University launches industry panel to boost language students’ career prospects

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched a new initiative to help enhance language students’ future career prospects.

Swansea University announces expansion to London

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:00 +0000

Swansea University and QA Higher Education partner to deliver flexible degree programmes in London from September 2025.

Green Tourism award for University events team

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:22:00 +0000

Swansea University Events team have won a prestigious Green Tourism Award, reflecting their achievements in making their operations more sustainable.

Swansea University hosts exhibition honouring disabled victims of the Nazis

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:40:00 +0000

Thirteen British-born victims of the Nazis’ war on disabled people, known to the regime as ‘life unworthy of life’, are being honoured in a special exhibition at Swansea University.

Top UK talent master semiconductor cleanroom skills at CISM

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Students gain cutting-edge cleanroom skills at CISM.

Swansea expert trains Irish UN peacekeepers in protecting cultural sites in conflict zones

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:26:00 +0000

Irish armed forces involved in UN peacekeeping duties have been trained by a Swansea expert in how best to protect cultural sites and artefacts in conflict zones.

Oriel Science celebrates new charity status

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Following its success as a project at Swansea University, Oriel Science is entering an exciting new phase as an independent charity, unlocking fresh opportunities for growth and innovation.

New insight into young children’s right to be heard in Welsh education policy

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:20:00 +0000

A collaborative research team involving Swansea University has examined the policy framework around the participative rights of children in Welsh primary schools, publishing their findings in a new policy briefing.

Health and Care Research Wales and British Heart Foundation in major £3m joint funding deal for cardiovascular research

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:01:00 +0000

Health and Care Research Wales and British Heart Foundation (BHF) have announced a significant £3m agreement to support cardiovascular research in Wales through funding for the National Cardiovascular Research Network (NCRN).

Innovative theatre project bringing laughter to people living with dementia

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:43:00 +0000

A pioneering new theatre project, created with help from Swansea University, has been bringing joy, laughter, and meaningful social connection to care homes in South Wales.

New Dean returns to roots for senior leadership role

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:13:00 +0000

Swansea University has welcomed a new Pro-Vice-Chancellor Executive Dean to its senior leadership team, with responsibility for the University’s Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science.

Deutsch lernen! 500 local pupils at roadshow on career opportunities for German-speakers

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:24:00 +0000

As Europe’s biggest economy, Germany is home to major companies from Adidas to Lidl, Haribo to Hugo Boss, Bosch to Birkenstock, and Volkswagen to BMW, offering a world of career opportunities to German-speakers – this was the message to local school pupils who attended a recent German careers roadshow at Swansea University.

AI-powered self-healing asphalt: A step toward sustainable net-zero roads

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Self-healing asphalt roads, made from biomass waste and designed with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), could offer a promising solution to the UK's pothole problem, which is estimated to cost £143.5 million a year.

University experts help shape Welsh Rugby Union policy on safeguarding

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:03:00 +0000

Swansea University sport scientists have been helping the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) to develop its new safeguarding policy, which will support the community and professional game across Wales.

SAIL Databank receives £4.55m investment from Health and Care Research Wales

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:06:00 +0000

SAIL Databank at Population Data Science at Swansea University will receive £4,551,338 of sustainability funding in a major funding announcement by Health and Care Research Wales.

Swansea expert appointed to advise UK government on harm from drug misuse

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 14:21:00 +0000

A Swansea expert in substance misuse and drug detection has been appointed to the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs, which makes recommendations to the UK government on the control of dangerous or otherwise harmful drugs.

Cardiff set to host Welsh Varsity 2025

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:09:00 +0000

The hugely popular Welsh Varsity event will make a triumphant return to the Welsh capital on Wednesday 9 April 2025, bringing the fiercest university rivalry back to Cardiff.

New ‘time machine’ app allows visitors to experience Margam Castle like never before

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has played a key role in the launch of a groundbreaking augmented reality (AR) app that brings the rich history of Margam Castle to life.

New business ideas that cut waste and carbon - Uni team gets results for companies

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:42:00 +0000

A Swansea University team that supports south Wales companies with launching green business ideas – turning waste plastic from beaches into new products for example – have revealed that they have helped 22 different companies, supporting the launch of 7 new and improved products and services.

Longlist revealed for Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2025

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:24:00 +0000

Study shows eye care in local clinics cuts patient wait times and optimises NHS resources

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 15:37:00 +0000

A new study has revealed that managing eye conditions through enhanced optometric services at local optometrists, rather than relying solely on hospital eye services (HES), can significantly reduce patient wait times and lower costs for the NHS.

New study reveals effective strategy to counter gambling advertising

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:37:00 +0000

A study led by Swansea University has indicated that showing people a counter-advertising video increased their resistance to gambling advertisements.

Swansea University researcher holds LGBTQ+ History Month film screening

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:13:00 +0000

A special film screening of Natalie McGrath's acclaimed play The Beat of Our Hearts will be held in the Museum of Cardiff at 11am on Saturday 8 February, marking LGBTQ+ History Month.

70 years of geography at Swansea - world expert on wildfires gives public lecture to mark milestone

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:45:00 +0000

A world expert on wildfires, Professor Stefan Doerr, has given a public lecture at Swansea University about his work, marking 70 years of the University’s geography department.

Swansea University academics appointed to REF 2029 pilot panels

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:29:00 +0000

Two Swansea University academics have been appointed to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 People, Culture and Environment (PCE) pilot panels.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize unveils judging panel for 2025

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:30:00 +0000

Dramatic changes in Mount Everest's Kama Valley over the last century

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:20:00 +0000

While retracing the steps of the famous expeditions that reconnoitred the northern route to Mount Everest more than 100 years ago, a Swansea University academic has helped document dramatic environmental and cultural changes in the region.

Swansea University leads £3m project to revolutionise solar energy in Africa

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A new Swansea University-led project has been awarded £3m to develop and manufacture sustainable perovskite solar modules (PSM) in Africa, empowering local communities and promoting sustainable energy.

Transatlantic collaboration aims to help improve sun safety in our primary schools

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 14:28:00 +0000

School pupils in Wales and Canada could potentially benefit from better protection against the sun in the future, thanks to a new transatlantic partnership.

Swansea University academic honoured by British Science Association

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

The British Science Association (BSA) has awarded an Honorary Fellowship to Swansea University’s Professor Tom Crick MBE.

Swansea University launches presence to forge closer links with Malaysia

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has celebrated the launch of an on-the-ground presence in Malaysia with a reception held in Kuala Lumpur.

New study finds marine animals save energy by swimming in a depth ‘sweet spot’

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea and Deakin Universities have found that marine animals across mammals, birds and reptiles swim at similar relative depths when travelling and not feeding to save energy.

Triumph over tragedy: Nursing student graduates after overcoming devastating loss

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

In a heart-wrenching yet inspiring tale of resilience, a woman has graduated following the tragic death of her husband just weeks before she was set to return to her studies after maternity leave.

Not one, but four doctors in the house

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:14:00 +0000

A family can now celebrate a collective academic achievement - four doctors who all graduated from Swansea University. A full house!

Swansea University honours CEO of Sport Wales, Brian Rhys Davies OBE

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:09:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an honorary degree to Brian Rhys Davies OBE, CEO of Sport Wales, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to sport and his continued support for innovation in the region.

Swansea University honours wildlife biologist and filmmaker Lizzie Daly

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded an honorary doctorate to Welsh wildlife biologist, filmmaker, presenter, and explorer Lizzie Daly.

Swansea University honours conservation champion Peter Gough OBE

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:37:00 +0000

Swansea University has conferred an honorary award upon Peter Gough OBE, a distinguished figure in the field of conservation.

Swansea expert contributes to landmark guide on exercise and automated insulin delivery systems

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has helped produce an important new resource, the first of its kind, aimed at helping people with type 1 diabetes use their prescribed automated insulin delivery (AID) systems during physical exercise, empowering them to lead safer, active lives.

Honorary award for Swansea Graduate and renowned physicist Malcolm Jones MBE

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:54:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented an honorary award to Malcolm Jones MBE, a distinguished graduate whose exceptional career has established him as one of the leading physicists of our time.

New partnership to revolutionise climate education for Welsh pupils with additional learning needs

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has joined the Welsh Government and Keep Wales Tidy to form a new partnership that will help better understand how climate change and sustainability education can be delivered to pupils with additional learning needs (ALN).

Swansea City icon Lee Trundle awarded honorary degree by Swansea University

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded Swansea City Legend Lee Trundle with an honorary degree.

Swansea University honours trailblazing alcohol-free brewery founder

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:28:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented Joelle Drummond with an honorary Master of Arts degree in recognition of her remarkable achievements as a trailblazing entrepreneur and her significant contributions to industry, ethics, and sustainability.

Creating safe and happy classrooms: New Alliance offers expert guidance on introducing school dogs

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000

A new Swansea University-led initiative, the first of its kind in the United Kingdom, is giving schools free expert guidance on how to introduce dogs to create calmer and more positive learning environments that are safe for pupils and dogs.

Nurse degree programme shows new Swansea-Mauritius partnership already delivering benefits

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0000

A nursing degree top-up programme which has just started is the first of many benefits set to grow from a new partnership between Swansea University and Uniciti, an international education hub in Mauritius, which has just been officially launched.

Humble food can is high-tech wonder, steel researchers reveal

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:27:00 +0000

They may seem simple and old-fashioned, but food cans are high-tech wonders, researchers have revealed, as they detailed the scientific testing used for modern food cans to ensure they do their job safely and effectively.

Swansea University academic wins national ‘Campaigner of the Year’ award

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Dr Aimee Grant, a senior lecturer in public health at Swansea University, has been recognised by national disability charity Sense, for her work investigating autistic people’s experiences during pregnancy – an under-researched area that she was inspired to investigate after her own traumatic ectopic pregnancy.

Scientists develop coral-inspired material to revolutionise bone repair

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have developed a revolutionary bone graft substitute inspired by coral which not only promotes faster healing but dissolves naturally in the body after the repair is complete.

Academic awarded for inclusive research practice

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:01:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been recognised for her inclusive research practice that addresses the large gap in understanding of the reproductive health experiences of autistic people, which is under-researched and under-supported in healthcare.

Improving health for older people - Swansea expert in ageing appointed to role coordinating major global research project

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:29:00 +0000

A Swansea expert in ageing and health has been appointed to a key role co-ordinating an international project to improve the way in which healthcare systems manage age-related conditions.

How long ring fingers can point to a love of alcohol

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:37:00 +0000

The length of your fingers may hold a vital clue to your drinking habits, according to a new study.

New £22.4 million bioscience grant for training programme involving Swansea University

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:50:00 +0000

Swansea University has helped secure £22.4 million in funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) - part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) - to support emerging bioscience researchers and innovators in the South West and Wales.

Zoology student photographs rare endemic bird during Borneo field course

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University student had a unique experience capturing images of a rare bird during an educational trip to Borneo.

Spanish/Welsh film based on real-life stories of refugees in Swansea shown in city

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:43:00 +0000

A film showing the difficulties faced by an African refugee in Spain, which was inspired by the real-life stories of refugees in Swansea, has been shown in the city’s Grand Theatre to an audience that included some of the people whose stories were used.

Research on using mobile phone evidence in human rights cases wins prestigious Impact Prize

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:39:00 +0000

Research that is helping the UN and courts around the world to assess mobile phone evidence in war crimes prosecutions and other human rights cases, has won a prestigious prize highlighting the impact of Swansea University research.

Air quality monitor invented by Swansea team can help protect public from carbon dioxide dangers

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:21:00 +0000

An air quality monitor that checks for dangerous levels of carbon dioxide, and that can run continuously on clean energy from indoor light – with no need even to change batteries - has been invented by a company set up by Swansea University researchers.

Swansea subjects ranked among world’s best

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:10:00 +0000

Subjects across the academic spectrum at Swansea University have been ranked among the world’s best in a new league table.

HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh returns to University to support unique project helping victims of sexual violence

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000

A pioneering international collaboration to help victims of sexual violence in conflict led by Swansea University has been visited by HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh.

Swansea neuroscientist receives Fulbright Award to conduct research at prestigious US institute

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:57:00 +0000

Dr Jeff Davies of Swansea University Medical School has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright All Disciplines Scholar Award, which will enable him to conduct research at the world-renowned neuroscience faculty in the Salk Institute in San Diego, California.

Swansea University secures new UKRI award to train future leaders in environmental science

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The UKRI Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has awarded Swansea University and partners funding to train the next generation of world-class researchers to tackle global environmental challenges.

South Wales Miners’ Library moving to new home in city centre

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:38:00 +0000

Swansea city centre's emerging community hub Y Storfa is to be the new home of a facility that helps celebrate the region's industrial, social and cultural heritage.

Critical shortages in cancer treatment resources across ex-Soviet Union countries, new Lancet study shows

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

A new study led by Oxford University and involving Swansea University has found that the treatment of cancer in twelve former Soviet Union countries is being impacted by shortages and inconsistencies in equipment and staff.

Welsh Secretary launches new £4.5m biotechnology hub at Swansea University

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:16:00 +0000

The Secretary of State for Wales, Jo Stevens, officially launched the Natural Products BioHUB (NP BioHUB) at Swansea University on Thursday 7 November.

Tanya Pengelly wins 2024 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition with ‘emotionally breathtaking’ tale written in memory of late father

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Welsh-born writer Tanya Pengelly has won the 2024 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for her story, ‘A Dictionary of Light’, which was written in memory of her father.

Link-up with University experts puts local healthcare technology firm on path to further success

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 11:16:00 +0000

A collaboration with Swansea University experts has helped a local healthcare technology company move closer to their goal of revolutionizing patient care, by improving their research and ability to innovate, and securing a further £50,000 award to advance current technologies.

Toddlers, Tech and Talk: groundbreaking study into how children under three use technology

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:13:00 +0000

A major study, the first of its kind, has revealed key insights into the extent to which children under three years old have access to digital technology in the home, how they use it and how it supports their language development.

Prostate cancer diagnosis initiative co-developed by Swansea University celebrated at NHS Wales Awards

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s work to help improve the diagnosis of prostate cancer has been recognised at this year’s NHS Wales Awards.

Professor Dame Wendy Hall discusses the geopolitics of the internet and its impact on AI at Swansea lecture

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:37:00 +0000

Professor Dame Wendy Hall, DBE, FRS, FREng, a leading authority in artificial intelligence (AI) and computer science will deliver Swansea University’s annual Zienkiewicz Lecture.

Research supporting disabled people in Wales boosted by Livery Company award

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:29:00 +0000

A Swansea University expert researching volunteering opportunities for disabled people in Wales has won a travel scholarship from The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which has allowed her to further her research.

From toddlers and tech to the perfect neighbourhood– festival gives public the chance to explore with university experts

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:40:00 +0000

Is it ok for toddlers to be using technology? Can your kids help design the perfect neighbourhood? How does computer coding work? The public in Swansea and across the region have the chance to find out about all these questions and more, through activities aimed at all ages, in a series of free events from 27 October to 8 November.

Study reveals 60% increase in global CO2 emissions from forest fires

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:29:00 +0000

A major new study co-authored by Professor Stefan Doerr, Director of the Centre for Wildfire Research, at Swansea University reveals that carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from forest fires have surged by 60 per cent globally since 2001, and almost tripled in some parts of the northern boreal forests.

A decade of delivery for students and research – Swansea-Houston partnership marks ten-year milestone

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:39:00 +0000

A partnership between Swansea University and two institutions in Houston, Texas, which has delivered benefits for students and researchers in Wales and the USA, is marking its 10^th anniversary.

Future healthcare leaders: Swansea University students selected for esteemed national programme

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Three Swansea University students have been invited to join the prestigious Council of Deans of Health Student Leadership Programme, designed to nurture and develop the skills of the next generation of nursing, midwifery and allied health professionals.

Plastic surgeon leads trip to pass on vital skills to help victims of sexual violence

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:42:00 +0000

The UK’s role at the forefront of global action to tackle sexual violence in conflict has led to a unique mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Landmark international partnership set to drive global health data Innovation

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:03:00 +0000

Swansea University will play a key role in new healthcare and data science partnership between the UK and Singapore.

How heritage can improve lives in today’s Wales

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:52:00 +0000

Wales’s rich heritage is not just a relic of the past, but a valuable asset that can improve lives in today’s Wales, boosting health, resilience and wellbeing, new evidence from a pioneering Neath Valley project has shown.

Egypt Centre wins major funding boost to improve facilities

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:44:00 +0000

Future visitors to a popular Swansea museum will be able to experience the sounds and smells of ancient Egypt, thanks to £300,000 of Welsh Government support.

Swansea’s Natural Products BioHUB Secures £4.5m UKRI funding to boost green economy

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:36:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Natural Products BioHUB (NP BioHUB) has secured £4.5m in funding as part of UKRI’s £25m Accelerating the Green Economy programme, that will bring jobs, skills, and prosperity to areas across the UK.

Study reveals how parasites thrive by balancing specialisation with exploiting diverse species communities

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:42:00 +0000

A single shift of a parasite from one host species to another can trigger catastrophic infectious disease outbreaks. Despite this, scientists continue to debate the role of species diversity in natural environments on the spread of these parasites.

School pupils tackle global sustainability challenges at Swansea University engineering festival

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 11:20:00 +0000

Welsh school pupils have been exploring how a more sustainable world can be achieved through the lens of materials, thanks to a Swansea University festival where each student was gifted a free mini microscope.

Education for children affected by conflict and crisis – Swansea hosts international expert gathering

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 13:22:00 +0000

How to meet the educational needs of children affected by conflict and crisis was the subject of an international expert gathering on 16-17 September, hosted by Swansea University’s Department of Education and Childhood Studies.

Beach walk returns to help raise suicide awareness

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:10:00 +0000

Swansea University has once again joined forces with PAPYRUS to host a beach walk to help raise suicide awareness.

Swansea Science Festival returns for 2024

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:50:00 +0000

The much-anticipated Swansea Science Festival is back, promising an exhilarating journey into the fascinating world of science this October half-term.

Swansea University welcomes world-leading automotive cybersecurity expert as Visiting Professor

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

One of the world’s leading automotive cybersecurity engineers has joined Swansea University’s Department of Computer Science as part of the Royal Academy of Engineering Visiting Professors Scheme for 2024/25.

Swansea University hosts major conference for experts in greener methods of pest control

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:54:00 +0000

Over 200 experts in pest management gathered at Swansea University from 2-4 September for a major conference to encourage innovation in the field.

Swansea named Welsh University of the Year 2025

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named The Times and The Sunday Times’ Welsh University of the Year 2025.

“It’s made me more confident” – 137 local young people graduate from Step Up programme for widening access to university

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 13:08:00 +0000

More than 100 young people from schools and colleges across south west Wales have celebrated their graduation from the Step Up to Swansea Programme, at a special ceremony in front of their families and friends at Swansea University’s Great Hall.

2024 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition shortlist announced

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:30:00 +0000

The 2024 shortlist for the prestigious Rhys Davies National Short Story Competition is announced today, Thursday 19 September.

First Minister visits Faculty of Medicine Health and Life Science

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

The First Minister of Wales, Eluned Morgan MS, has met with student nurses and toured the groundbreaking Simulation and Immersive Learning Centre (SUSIM) while on a recent visit to the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences at Swansea University.

Swansea University retains top position in Wales in latest Guardian University Guide

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:03:00 +0000

Swansea University has once again been named the top university in Wales, according to The Guardian University Guide 2025.

Bike hire scheme returns with brand-new look

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:58:00 +0000

Swansea University Cycles are getting ready to hit the road, once again offering an easy and affordable way to travel across the city.

Swansea University Schools’ Partnership receives glowing report from Estyn

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:40:00 +0000

Estyn, His Majesty’s Inspectorate for Education and Training in Wales, has written an overwhelmingly positive report on the Swansea University Schools’ Partnership (SUSP), commending the rich and stimulating learning experiences delivered through its Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) programmes.

Chemistry, criminology, and how to sleep better – courses open to all for Adult Learners' Week

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:18:00 +0000

Whether it’s criminology or chemistry, or learning about how to sleep better, Swansea University will be offering courses that are free and available to all, as part of Adult Learners’ Week, which takes place between 9 and 15 September.

New research from Swansea University shines a light on how solar power and farming can coexist

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:19:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University have developed a new tool to help identify optimal photovoltaic (PV) materials capable of maximising crop growth while generating solar power.

Researchers create new framework to help understand how microbial communities emerge

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:09:00 +0000

Virtually all multicellular organisms on Earth live in symbiotic associations with very large and complex microbial communities known as microbiomes.

New funding to help Technocamps boost local digital skills

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:09:00 +0000

Technocamps at Swansea University has received a significant funding boost from local authorities in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot to deliver innovative digital skills training to young people and adults. The funding, totalling over £700,000, will be used to provide a wide range of courses in both English and Welsh, aimed at improving digital literacy in the region.

Scientists and engineers team up to clean up the world’s tall buildings

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is to work as part of a collaboration to tackle global climate emissions by exploring a different approach to constructing tall buildings.

A safer, smarter way to tackle corrosion - company set up at Swansea University goes global with export deals

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:04:00 +0000

A company founded by a Swansea University researcher, which has patented a safer, smarter way to tackle corrosion, has recently gone global, signing export deals around the world.

Coffin finally returns to the Egypt Centre after remarkable restoration project

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:28:00 +0000

An ancient Egyptian coffin has returned to Swansea after a painstaking 26-year project to bring it back to life.

Researchers unveil scalable graphene technology to revolutionise battery safety and performance

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:32:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University, in collaboration with Wuhan University of Technology, Shenzhen University, have developed a pioneering technique for producing large-scale graphene current collectors.

New handbook provides vital tips for Autistic students heading to university

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:39:00 +0000

Starting university can be a daunting experience for any student, especially if it includes moving away from home for the first time. Now a new book aims to help make life that bit easier for Autistic young people as they embark on their academic adventure.

First-of-its-kind AI tool offers real-time measurement of national happiness

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:48:00 +0000

An international research team has unveiled a pioneering AI tool designed to measure national happiness levels in real time.

Faster than one pixel at a time – new imaging method for neutral atomic beam microscopes developed by Swansea researchers

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:51:00 +0000

Microscope images could be obtained much more quickly - rather than one pixel at a time - thanks to a new imaging method for neutral atomic beam microscopes developed by Swansea University researchers. It could ultimately lead to engineers and scientists getting faster results when they are scanning samples.

Report reveals influence of climate change on wildfires during 2023-24

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:11:00 +0000

Swansea University experts have played a key role in new research highlighting wildfire activity and the role climate change has played in causing them.

University honoured for providing green space for all

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has again secured the prestigious Green Flag Award which recognises excellence in grounds management and development.

Experts provide further proof of role testosterone plays in preventing severe Covid

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:26:00 +0000

A new study has revealed important information about how a patient’s testosterone level can help protect them from severe Covid-19.

Unexpected link between grooming and physiological stress in wild baboons

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:02:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University has revealed a surprising relationship between grooming behaviour and physiological stress in wild female baboons, addressing a crucial gap in our understanding of how sociality is linked to health and fitness in animals.

Wales and Lions legend Alun Wyn Jones joins Swansea University as Strategic Advisor

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Welsh international rugby player and Swansea University law graduate Alun Wyn Jones has taken up the position of Strategic Advisor to the National Network for Innovation In Sport and Health (NNIISH) within Swansea University.

“I’m really enjoying myself!” School pupils enjoy three-day taster of University life

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +0000

From learning in the labs to playing pool with friends, a group of pupils from Dylan Thomas School in Swansea sampled all sides of student life during a recent three-day stay on campus, designed to give them a taster of University life.

Swansea region businesses invited to boost sustainability through fully funded Clean Growth Programme

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 15:39:00 +0000

Businesses and third sector organisations across South Wales have the opportunity to boost innovation, build resilience and make valuable connections with help from University circular economy experts.

Skin disease drug shows promise for treating childhood diabetes

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:55:00 +0000

A drug that is currently used for the treatment of psoriasis has been found to be effective in treating the early stages of type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents according to a new clinical trial led by Cardiff University with the assistance of Swansea Trials Unit (STU) and the Diabetes Research Group Laboratory at Swansea University.

Swansea University presents Welsh-language icon Huw Chiswell with honorary award

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded Huw Chiswell an honorary Doctor of Letters, recognizing his distinguished career in music and the creative arts, as well as his iconic status in Welsh-language culture.

Swansea University honours leading elephant conservationist Dr Kate Evans

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 18:42:00 +0000

Swansea University has presented an honorary award to Dr Kate Evans, a distinguished Swansea graduate, and founder and CEO of the charity, Elephants for Africa.

Swansea University awards honorary degree to world-leading sloth conservationist

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 18:36:00 +0000

Dr Rebecca Cliffe has been awarded an honorary degree from Swansea University in recognition of her groundbreaking work in sloth conservation.

From combat to the classroom: A Swansea graduate’s inspiring journey

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +0000

A former Army medic has graduated from Swansea University after leaving school with no A-levels, and in a full-circle moment, will now train as a teacher, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams.

Singaporean mother and daughter’s shared legacy at Swansea University

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:40:00 +0000

The remarkable story of inter-generational links between Swansea and Singapore has reached a wonderful new chapter, with a daughter graduating from the same university as her mother 74 years later.

Swansea University’s new Graduation Tree Planting initiative takes root

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has taken a new step toward a greener future, planting more than 300 trees, one for each student graduating from its School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics this week.

Saddle up for a change as city’s popular bike hire scheme gets revamp

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:55:00 +0000

After six successful years, Swansea’s much-loved bike hire scheme is getting a new name and a major upgrade to improve its service for users across the city.

New book is helping bridge communication gap between autistic and non-autistic people

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:06:00 +0000

Autistic people often experience difficulties with social communication but now a new book by a Swansea University expert aims to improve understanding between neurotypes.

Swansea University climbs to fifth in Stonewall Workplace Equality Index

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:14:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named one of the UK’s top 100 most inclusive employers for LGBTQ+ staff for the eighth time in a row.

Swansea University at the Rhondda Cynon Taf National Eisteddfod 2024

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:09:00 +0000

Swansea University is proud to sponsor Y Babell Lên (The Literary Pavilion) at the Rhondda Cynon Taf National Eisteddfod between 3-10 August 2024.

Restored tunic now back on show at Egypt Centre

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 19:24:00 +0000

A rare tunic is now back on display at Swansea University’s Egypt Centre after two years of extensive restoration work.

Introducing NNIISH: a new era for sport and health tech innovation in Wales

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:33:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched the National Network for Innovation In Sport and Health (NNIISH), a new initiative aimed at transforming the landscape of health and sport technology in Wales.

QS European University Rankings places Swansea University in top 100

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked among the top 100 universities in Europe, according to the second edition of the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025.

University celebrates double success in aerospace competition

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:23:00 +0000

Swansea University students claimed the honours at a unique challenge designed to celebrate the talents of aerospace engineers of the future.

Swansea University opens Wales’ first Bilingualism Matters centre

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:14:00 +0000

Global multilingualism research and support organisation Bilingualism Matters hss opened its first centre in Wales, based at Swansea University’s School of Culture and Communication.

Moving beyond the 80-year-old solar cell equation

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:03:00 +0000

Physicists from Swansea University and Åbo Akademi University have made a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology by developing a new analytical model that improves the understanding and efficiency of thin-film photovoltaic (PV) devices.

Swansea University launches innovative Maritime Law degree in partnership with Dalian Maritime University

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:26:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced the official launch of a pioneering double undergraduate degree (LLB in Maritime Law) in collaboration with Dalian Maritime University (DMU), China, with the first cohort of students beginning their studies in September 2024.

Team Swansea celebrates after raising more than £20k at this year’s Half Marathon

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 17:24:00 +0000

Staff, students and friends who took part in this year’s Swansea University Half Marathon have smashed through their fundraising total and collected more than £20,000 to boost mental health care and support.

Research & Innovation Awards showcase major collaborative impact

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:19:00 +0000

From discovering human rights violations through to protecting heritage in conflict zones, cyber-crime, climate change, halting deforestation, protecting children on-line, providing simulation-based education, delivering world leading applied performance science projects and developing our understand of anti-matter; the astonishing range of research & innovation carried out at Swansea University was in the spotlight at the Research and Innovation Awards.

Swansea University helping advance research assessment practices in United Kingdom

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:20:00 +0000

The United Kingdom has taken a significant step forward in advancing responsible research assessment with the establishment of a National Chapter of the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA), co-led by Swansea University.

University hosts major international conference for anatomy experts

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 20:13:00 +0000

Experts in anatomy from different countries are to gather in Swansea on 27-30 June as the University hosts the 15th International Symposium of Clinical and Applied Anatomy (ISCAA).

New long-term partnership champions river biodiversity research and conservation in south Wales

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:18:00 +0000

Swansea University and the Afan Valley Angling and Conservation Club (AVACC) have established a long-term partnership aimed at advancing research and conservation efforts in river biodiversity within the Afan catchment and similar river systems in south Wales.

Welsh Language champions honoured at Coleg Cymraeg Awards

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Swansea University student Priya Dodyia and senior lecturer Dr Alwena Morgan were celebrated at the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol's annual awards ceremony for their outstanding contributions.

University’s new partnership to provide nurse training expertise in Mauritius

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:51:00 +0000

Nurses in Mauritius will be able to benefit from Swansea University’s award-winning healthcare training as part of a new international collaboration.

Semiconductors: new kiosks use virtual reality and AI to explain how they work and why they’re vital

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:40:00 +0000

Artificial intelligence (AI) will be helping people learn about semiconductor technology, vital for everything from mobile phones and electric vehicles to satellites, through new interactive kiosks developed by Imersifi, a virtual reality company, and Swansea University experts.

Swansea University helps develop online tool matching voters with their ideal political party

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:30:00 +0000

With the countdown to the upcoming General Election, political parties are releasing their manifestos, leaving many confused about which best fits their views. To tackle this issue, Swansea University has helped create a new online voting tool.

Terrorism and social media - Swansea hosts international expert conference

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:23:00 +0000

How terrorist groups use social media, and how this can be countered, is the focus of a major international conference in Swansea, which brings together researchers, practitioners and representatives from governments and major tech companies around the world.

How University’s world-leading simulation training is shaping our health workforce

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:19:00 +0000

Healthcare professionals of the future are now reaping the benefits of Swansea University’s groundbreaking training facilities.

New funding to support Wales’ development of pioneering marine energy technology

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:40:00 +0000

Innovate UK has awarded funding to further optimise a unique and flexible floating offshore wind platform for applications in the Celtic Sea, a collaboration involving Swansea University.

Investigating the impact of poor oral health on people seeking sanctuary in Wales

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:45:00 +0000

Swansea University is working with the University of South Wales (USW) to highlight the unique challenges asylum seekers and refugees face in maintaining good oral health and the broader implications for their overall wellbeing.

Sharks have depleted functional diversity compared to the last 66 million years

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:21:00 +0000

New research by Swansea University and the University of Zurich has found that sharks retained high levels of functional diversity for most of the last 66 million years, before steadily declining over the last 10 million years to its lowest value in the present day.

Study on architecture of heart offers new understanding of human evolution

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

An international research team from Swansea University and UBC Okanagan (UBCO) has uncovered a new insight into human evolution by comparing humans’ hearts with those of other great apes.

Swansea University soars in latest Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:48:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked joint 65^th in the world for meaningful contributions towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Swansea University tutor among finalists for prestigious Learner of the Year Award

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:32:00 +0000

Eli Staniforth, a tutor at Swansea University’s Learn Welsh - Swansea Bay Region, has been selected as one of the four finalists in the highly coveted National Eisteddfod’s main competition for learners.

Four Swansea University researchers chosen for prestigious Welsh Crucible programme

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:15:00 +0000

Four researchers from Swansea University have been selected to join the 2024 Welsh Crucible, an award-winning programme designed to foster personal, professional, and leadership development among future research leaders in Wales.

Mechanical Engineering student triumphs in 3MT competition final

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:16:00 +0000

Oli Fryatt, who is studying for a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, has successfully won the Swansea University Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition final.

New project to tackle tanning perceptions in young people, offering crucial boost to sun-safety education in Wales

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:48:00 +0000

A Swansea University-led project hopes to help stop the concerning rise of skin cancer in Wales by exploring current perceptions of tanning in children, parents/carers, and educators. The results will support the development of a new sun-safety educational toolkit for the Welsh curriculum.

Swansea University secures its highest ever position in QS World University Rankings

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has risen to 298^th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, placing Swansea in the top 300 for the first time and securing its highest-ever rank in the table.

Study shows disengaged students more likely to use AI tools for assignments

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 14:13:00 +0000

A Swansea University psychology study has found that disengaged students are more likely to use AI tools – particularly ChatGPT – for academic assignments, raising questions about academic integrity and the need for proactive interventions.

Double success as University fish tagging project receives a total of £500,000 to support its work

Thu, 30 May 2024 18:21:00 +0000

A Swansea University project to improve understanding of fish behaviour in Welsh rivers and seas has received a £500,000 funding boost.

New seawall will be a home for marine life – research at the heart of eco-engineering project

Thu, 30 May 2024 09:25:00 +0000

As a new seawall takes shape in Mumbles, a village on Swansea Bay, a Swansea University expert has revealed how its design will help encourage biodiversity, thanks to careful research and collaboration.

Oluwaseun aims to inspire students who are the ‘heart of Swansea’

Wed, 29 May 2024 12:07:00 +0000

Swansea University alumna Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi has highlighted the importance of inspiring the next generation of young people to be effective leaders during a recent visit to Singleton Campus when she took time out to meet with students and record a student podcast.

Heritage Champions - Archives recognised for preserving our past

Tue, 28 May 2024 14:47:00 +0000

The Richard Burton Archives at Swansea University, which holds material of local, regional and national significance, celebrates 10 years of accreditation status in recognition of its high standards, both in looking after valuable records and in making them available to researchers and the wider community.

New season of documentary project to celebrate Gower set for University premiere

Fri, 24 May 2024 15:13:00 +0000

The latest part of a unique film project involving students, staff and the community to showcase the beauty of Gower will receive its premiere at Swansea University’s Taliesin Arts Centre next month.

Swansea University celebrates new edition of award-winning novel and recent research depicting South Wales steel industry

Fri, 24 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University, in partnership with Parthian Books, recently joined the local community to explore the literature and history of Wales and its steel industry.

Health policy has failed so life expectancy will decline, says Swansea University academic in new book

Thu, 23 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic’s new book explores why present public health approaches to obesity have failed and stand little chance of preventing further increases.

Swansea University announces GwyddonLe programme at the Maldwyn Urdd Eisteddfod 2024

Mon, 20 May 2024 10:14:00 +0000

Swansea University is pleased to sponsor one of the main attractions at the Urdd National Eisteddfod, the GwyddonLe pavilion, again this year – offering a full week of entertaining educational activities for children and young people.

Real or fake? New guide will help judges assess digital open-source evidence in legal cases

Mon, 20 May 2024 05:06:00 +0000

In the digital age of deepfakes and AI, a timely new guide - launched by a team including a Swansea University expert - will help judges assess whether open-source images presented in evidence are authentic, credible and reliable.

Experts reveal vital new insights into using cutting-edge research to keep children safe online

Fri, 17 May 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Project DRAGON+ has celebrated its fresh contribution in the battle against online grooming at a special event to present its groundbreaking research insights and recommendations and launch core project outputs.

Caleb Azumah Nelson wins Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize for ‘anthemic’ Small Worlds

Thu, 16 May 2024 18:30:00 +0000

Caleb Azumah Nelson has been announced as the winner of the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize, for his novel Small Worlds (Viking, Penguin Random House UK).

Complete University Guide 2025: Swansea University ranked in UK top 40

Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has achieved notable recognition in the 2025 Complete University Guide rankings, securing its position in 37^th place in the UK.

Major incident exercise held to prepare paramedic students for the future

Tue, 14 May 2024 05:30:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Faculty of Medicine Health and Life Science have held a major incident training exercise for its final year paramedic students in the Meadow area of Singleton Campus.

Connecting Hearts: Launch of immersive art exhibition

Mon, 13 May 2024 05:50:00 +0000

Swansea University is to collaborate with the Human Milk Foundation (IMF) and portrait artist Leanne Pearce with the launch of the Connecting Hearts immersive art exhibition.

A Neverland for salamanders: researchers discover "neoteny Goldilocks zone"

Tue, 07 May 2024 12:34:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University have uncovered evolutionary insights into the fascinating phenomenon of neoteny among mole salamanders. Neoteny, characterized by organisms reaching sexual maturity while retaining juvenile traits, has been a subject of intrigue in biology for its unusual developmental strategy.

Swansea University launches groundbreaking Centre for Military Gambling Research

Tue, 07 May 2024 12:23:00 +0000

Swansea University, in collaboration with Anglia Ruskin University, has established the world's first centre dedicated to interdisciplinary research on gambling-related issues within the military community.

Exploring Global Problems podcast: New season launch

Tue, 07 May 2024 11:25:00 +0000

Can we trust politicians? How do we ensure global food security? Who is eligible to compete in elite sports? These are the questions being answered by Swansea University academics in the next season of research podcast Exploring Global Problems.

Swansea spin-out Bionema wins King's Award for Enterprise, for its greener way to tackle crop pests

Mon, 06 May 2024 05:59:00 +0000

The King’s Awards for Enterprise, the pinnacle of recognition for UK businesses, have announced that their prestigious Innovation category award has been won by Bionema Group Ltd, a spin-out company from Swansea University.

New study to explore whether omega-3 supplements can boost children’s brain development

Thu, 02 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers are exploring the influence that omega-3 supplements can have on children’s behaviour, mood, and mental wellbeing, as part of a pioneering study with implications for health and education.

Research in the Community: Examining gender identities and historical disability culture

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Three Swansea University academics are taking part in the latest in a series of special talks aimed at taking research out to the community.

Protecting cultural heritage in conflict zones is a humanitarian issue – Swansea role in new films to train aid organisations

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:12:00 +0000

A new series of short films involving a Swansea University expert will help aid workers understand how protecting cultural heritage during conflict can be a vital humanitarian issue, as it strengthens people facing difficult situations.

Swansea University Big Pitch Competition supports creative student start-ups

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea University students have been given the opportunity to develop their innovative business ideas through its annual Big Pitch Competition, sponsored by Santander Universities.

Students prescribe volunteering to support their medical careers

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:30:00 +0000

Two Swansea University students have given their ambitions to become doctors a shot in the arm by volunteering in Morriston Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED).

High-spec MRI scans help radiotherapy target tumours more accurately

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:32:00 +0000

People having cancer treatment in Swansea are now benefiting from far more targeted radiotherapy – made possible by charitable donations.

Swansea University academic appointed Independent Scientific Advisor to The Alan Turing Institute

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:10:00 +0000

A Swansea University expert has been appointed as an Independent Scientific Advisor (ISA) within the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme at The Alan Turing Institute.

Learned Society of Wales announces four new Swansea University Fellows

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:20:00 +0000

Four Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

New international collaboration aims to combat pandemic flu strains

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:43:00 +0000

Swansea University is a partner in a new international collaboration to develop better ways to stop pandemic influenza and safeguard global health.

Icon Creative Design to sponsor Swansea University for Welsh Varsity

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:58:00 +0000

Welsh design agency Icon Creative Design has returned to sponsor Swansea University at this year’s Welsh Varsity.

Swansea University supports community engagement through free campus library access

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has renewed its commitment to the Libraries Together Passport Scheme and will continue to offer the local community free access to high-quality education and information through its libraries.

Swansea University Professor awarded a prestigious UNESCO Chair

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:41:00 +0000

Professor Matthew Davies, lead of Applied Photochemistry and Circular Economy at SPECIFIC Innovation and Knowledge Centre, Swansea University, has been granted a UNESCO Chair in Sustainable Energy Technologies.

Campaign highlights success of students who were first in family to go to university

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:43:00 +0000

The extraordinary success of students such as Caitlin Tanner who were the first in their families to attend university is being highlighted in a new national campaign, led by Universities UK.

Athletes’ views on transgender inclusion in elite sport differ widely by sport and competitive level

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

The majority of female athletes (58%) support categorisation by biological sex, rather than gender identity, but views differ according to sporting context, a new study shows.

New scholarships will help attract overseas research students to Swansea

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched scholarships in a wide range of subjects for overseas postgraduate PhD-level students applying for entry in September 2024 who can demonstrate excellence in academic achievement.

Choosing sugary drinks over fruit juice for toddlers linked to risk of adult obesity

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Consuming sugar-sweetened drinks in the first few years of childhood can be linked to poor diet patterns that increase the risk of obesity in later life, according to a new study by the School of Psychology at Swansea University.

New research shows sleeping habits of newborn deer are as individual as human infants

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000

New research has revealed that newborn fallow deer fawns differ both in sleeping patterns and the rate of development from birth on an individual basis, as we see in newborn human babies, in the first study of its kind by Queen’s University Belfast.

SWITCH-On Skills: Free training to upskill steel workforce to transition to net zero

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:03:00 +0000

A free, online training platform, delivered by Swansea University, to upskill the current and next generation of workers in the steel industry, is being offered to people living or working in the Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council area.

Swansea University ranks among world’s best for 25 subjects

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:34:00 +0000

Swansea University has delivered its best-ever performance in a leading global university ranking by subject for the third year in a row.

Swansea welcomes university leaders from across Europe to major international conference

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:15:00 +0000

University leaders from countries across Europe will gather in Swansea on 11-12 April for the annual conference of the European University Association.

Swansea University supports innovative climate change education programme

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has played a key role in helping Swansea become the first UK city to introduce ‘liquid trees’ to every primary school, educating pupils on climate change and creating a healthier learning environment.

Autistic graduates 'one of the least likely groups to be in gainful employment'

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:26:00 +0000

New research demonstrates that doubling the employment rate for autistic people – currently at roughly half that of neurotypical people – could boost the economy by up to £1.5 billion

Swansea University wins £2m to look at Welsh mums and climate change

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded more than £2 million in research funding to look at the impact of climate change on mums-to-be.

Swansea student inventors’ idea for safe drinking water reaches semi-final of international design competition

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:19:00 +0000

A team of Swansea University students who have designed a filtration system to make river water safe to drink reached the European semi-final of a worldwide design competition.

Technocamps puts inspiring women in spotlight at annual International Women’s Day Celebration event

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 12:46:00 +0000

Inspirational women were in the spotlight at a Swansea gala dinner, organised by Technocamps, a pan-Wales skills programme, to mark International Women’s Day 2024.

Study says it’s time to highlight positive skills associated with neurodevelopmental conditions

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:17:00 +0000

New research says the wide variety of skills displayed by people with conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia and autism should be celebrated to help reduce stigma and change society’s expectations.

Swansea University developing healthcare leaders of the future

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:15:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Student Leadership Academy (SLA) has welcomed a new group of healthcare students to its leadership programme, supporting their delivery of quality care to future patients and service users.

Survey reveals levels of formal sun safety protection in Welsh primary schools

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:14:00 +0000

Primary schools in Wales could be doing more to help protect youngsters from the dangers of exposure to the sun, according to a new study.

Swansea University academic appointed Chair of Welsh Government Clean Air Advisory Panel

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University expert has been appointed the new Independent Chair of the Welsh Government’s Clean Air Advisory Panel (CAAP) by the Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters MS.

Swansea academics awarded €480,000 Horizon Europe grant to support new research and innovation project

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:20:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have received a new Horizon Europe grant to help implement the next generation of hazard and risk assessment of chemicals and novel materials, minimising the need for animal testing whilst protecting human health.

Swansea University’s Oriel Science celebrates innovative joint Social Prescribing project

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:30:00 +0000

Oriel Science, Swansea University's pioneering public exhibition centre, has been helping brain injury patients undergoing rehabilitation to improve their health and wellbeing through its first Social Prescribing project.

Independent publishers dominate shortlist for Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2024

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000

The shortlist for the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – has been revealed, featuring six extraordinary, emerging voices whose writing plays with formal inventiveness to explore the timeless themes of grief, identity, and family.

Swansea welcomes senior leaders visiting from partner university in Canada

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:16:00 +0000

Leaders from one of Canada’s top universities, which has been exchanging students with Swansea in a thriving partnership for over 30 years, have been visiting campus to discuss how best to develop further ties.

New study provides insights into Covid-19 vaccine uptake among children and young people

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:59:00 +0000

Covid-19 vaccine uptake among children and young people was low across all four nations, compared to other age groups, according to the first research study to look at data from all four UK nations.

Swansea ranked 11th in the UK for student work experience

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:31:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked 11^th in the UK in RateMyPlacement's Best Universities for Work Experience Table 2024-2025, showcasing the top 50 UK universities renowned for their commitment to providing valuable work experience opportunities for students.

Study shows more powerful showers can be better for environment

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:43:00 +0000

Enjoying a more powerful shower in the morning could actually help reduce your household’s carbon emissions, according to researchers.

Major boost to research in biological sciences and geography with £1.2 million laboratory refurbishment

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:50:00 +0000

A £1.2 million refurbishment of laboratories at Swansea University, just completed, will give a giant boost to research in biosciences and geography.

Impact of COVID on people with epilepsy: higher rate of deaths and hospitalisations, new research shows

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:35:00 +0000

People with epilepsy had a higher risk of being hospitalised with COVID and of dying from COVID during the first 15 months of the pandemic, new research led by Swansea University and the University of Edinburgh has found.

Starling Bank founder Anne Boden inspires future generation of female entrepreneurs at Swansea University event

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:02:00 +0000

Anne Boden MBE, the founder of Starling Bank, shared invaluable insights on overcoming challenges encountered by female entrepreneurs during an engaging session at Swansea University’s Taliesin Arts Centre on Monday 4 March.

Swansea academic named Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The Academy of Social Sciences has welcomed 41 leading social scientists to its prestigious Fellowship - including Professor Stuart Macdonald of Swansea University.

Archaeologist Howard Carter’s artwork now on display at The Egypt Centre

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:56:00 +0000

A rare painting by Howard Carter, the renowned archaeologist who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun, has gone on display at Swansea University’s Egypt Centre.

Three Swansea academics announced as new Turing Fellows to tackle societal challenges

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:26:00 +0000

Three academics from Swansea University are among a new cohort of 51 Turing Fellows to have joined The Alan Turing Institute from universities and research institutes across the UK.

Better scrap metal for a greener economy: Swansea expertise at heart of new UN-backed research centre

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:27:00 +0000

Swansea expertise in improving recycling by boosting the quality of scrap metal will be at the heart of a new centre, backed by the UN, which will research how we can reuse precious resources - from metals to minerals - more widely.

Wales’ first university-led personal injury advice clinic launched

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:46:00 +0000

Swansea Law Clinic has launched Wales’ first dedicated personal injury advice clinic in collaboration with the award-winning London-based firm, Hodge Jones & Allen.

Neath Port Talbot Council and Swansea University sign Memorandum of Understanding

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:25:00 +0000

Neath Port Talbot Council and Swansea University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to help them collaborate on vital areas of common interest such as working effectively with industry and supporting the development of vital skills for the region.

New study uncovers the importance of deepwater ecosystems for endangered species

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:14:00 +0000

Using tracking data, a new study has revealed for the first time that hawksbill turtles feed at reef sites much deeper than previously thought.

Swansea University receives Queen’s Anniversary Prize for work of world-leading databank

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:44:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of the contribution for harnessing public data to improve population health and wellbeing through its world-renowned SAIL Databank based at Population Data Science .

Swansea University announces multiyear partnership with Hockey Wales

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced a landmark partnership with Hockey Wales, the National Governing Body for hockey in Wales.

Mental health support may be a key route to reducing incel harm, world’s largest study of incels finds

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 09:55:00 +0000

A groundbreaking study has discovered the complex relationship between mental health, a shared worldview and the social networking of involuntary celibate (incel) communities.

New study analyses link between digit ratio and oxygen consumption in footballers

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 17:05:00 +0000

The efficiency of oxygen supply to tissues is a factor in the severity of important diseases such as Covid-19 and heart conditions.

Swansea University introduces onsite short-term accommodation for staff, students and visitors

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 12:11:00 +0000

As part of Swansea University’s campus provision, it is now offering short-term, onsite accommodation for staff, students and visiting colleagues.

New Swansea University Collaboration to Support Sustainable, Locally Manufactured Solar PV in Africa, Asia and the Indo-Pacific region

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

A new collaboration led by Swansea University is seeking to support countries in Africa, Asia and the Indo-Pacific to increase the scale of local production of sustainable solar photovoltaics (PV).

Intercollegiate Eisteddfod returns to Swansea

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:04:00 +0000

More than 500 Welsh students from Welsh universities are expected to flock to Swansea on 1-2 March as the Intercollegiate Eisteddfod re-visits Swansea University for the first time since 2019.

Experts continue working to help shape a healthier way of life across Wales

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The importance of physical activity for all ages has been highlighted by researchers at Swansea University.

Scientists point the way to advance conservation and restoration of essential marine life

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

In a new study, an international team of academics have identified the most important questions that must be answered in order to advance the conservation and restoration of seagrass meadows in Europe.

Devolved probation powers and a ‘stronger evidence-based approach’ could improve community safety and social justice

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:24:00 +0000

A group of academics from Welsh universities, along with current and former probation officers, have published ideas on the future of the Probation Service in Wales.

Professor Awarded £2.2M to Explore a Digital Future for All

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:15:00 +0000

Professor Matt Jones of Swansea University’s Computational Foundry has been awarded a prestigious personal five-year Fellowship by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to pursue an adventurous and ambitious AI research agenda.

Innovative quilt project brings new mums together to share feeding experiences

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:34:00 +0000

A unique project led by Swansea University is recording and sharing new mothers’ complicated feelings around feeding their babies.

New flexible degree set to help students fit nursing studies round home life

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 16:47:00 +0000

Swansea University is launching a new flexible degree designed to help future nurses balance their studies around their home lives.

From the street to the boardroom: New course to teach business skills to disadvantaged

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:07:00 +0000

Swansea University is set to run a unique new course aimed at getting the best out of disadvantaged people and inspire them to take a different path in life.

Student who volunteers as local scout leader honoured with Neighbourly Award

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A student who volunteers with a local scout group in Swansea has received a Neighbourly Award for her contribution to the community, after being nominated by the scout leader.

The Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize reveals international longlist for 2024

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The international longlist for the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – has been announced.

New booklet raises concerns over computer safety threat to patients

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:17:00 +0000

In the wake of the Post Office Horizon scandal highlighting the unreliability of computer evidence, a new booklet has just been published warning of potentially damaging IT issues in healthcare.

StreetSnap: First-of-its-kind app launches to build community resilience to hate

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:35:00 +0000

Leading social scientist from Swansea University, Dr Lella Nouri and her team, have developed a new app which revolutionises the way communities can track and report hate graffiti, all with the aim of understanding tensions within a community, and building intervention programmes to eradicate the issues.

Expert set to investigate history of TB vaccinations as part of major healthcare research project

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:05:00 +0000

A Swansea University historian will play a key role in a new research project which aims to use humanities and social science expertise to help bring patient voices into healthcare research and practice.

Swansea expert appointed Chief Scientific Adviser for Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:13:00 +0000

A Swansea expert in digital policy has been appointed by the UK Government as the new Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, to provide scientific leadership, oversee research priorities and advise ministers and officials.

Tackling terrorist content online: Swansea experts co-author new report on the promise and pitfalls of using AI

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:01:00 +0000

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has a crucial role to play in identifying terrorist content online, but human input remains essential to protect human rights and prevent legitimate groups being wrongly targeted, according to a new report by a team including Swansea University experts.

New funding to help Swansea businesses build a cleaner future

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:15:00 +0000

Swansea-based businesses and third-sector organisations can access fully-funded support designed to help them drive innovation and boost sustainability from February 2024, thanks to new funding secured by Circular Economy Innovation Communities (CEIC).

£10,000 boost will help medical students gain vital training experience

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:50:00 +0000

Medical students at Swansea University have been given vital cash support to take up valuable training opportunities.

Swansea University's Big Pitch Competition awards more than £18,000 to talented student entrepreneurs

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:30:00 +0000

Swansea University's Big Pitch Competition recently returned for the second time this year, offering even more promising student entrepreneurs a platform to take their business ideas to new heights.

New research shows exercise can reduce the risk of stroke after menopause

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 15:02:00 +0000

Regular exercise could reduce the risk of stroke in post-menopausal women, according to new research partly undertaken in Swansea.

Swansea nursing graduate honours late sister with inspiring commitment to the profession

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000

An inspiring nursing student has graduated from Swansea University, dedicating this remarkable achievement to her late sister, who, in the weeks before she tragically passed away, penned a heartfelt congratulatory card.

New funding for research project investigating how AI could fight coastal flooding

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:37:00 +0000

Swansea University research into how artificial intelligence could be used to help tackle coastal flooding has just secured a major funding boost.

Swansea University receives highest-ever ranking for environmental performance

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:20:00 +0000

For the ninth consecutive time, Swansea University ranks among the top UK universities for environmental and ethical issues, according to the new league table compiled by People & Planet, published by The Guardian.

Swansea University ranked in world’s top 80 in QS Sustainability Rankings

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:52:00 +0000

Swansea University has ranked among the world’s top 80 for its environmental and social impact in the annual QS World Sustainability Rankings.

One in three men open to having more than one partner, study shows

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:44:00 +0000

A third of UK men are open to the idea of having more than one wife or long-term girlfriend, according to a new Swansea University study.

Swansea University opens specialist rare disease research node as part of £14m investment

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 19:38:00 +0000

Swansea University is playing a key role in a new platform aimed at bringing together UK strengths in the research of rare diseases to develop better and faster understanding, diagnosis and treatment.

Glynne Jones, Director of the Office of the Secretary of State for Wales, joins Swansea University for launch of new employability programme

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) has teamed up with Glynne Jones CBE, the Director of the Office of the Secretary of State for Wales, to launch its new GO Wales programme and introduce students to the Civil Service Directory for Wales.

Swansea scientist among 75 new Future Leaders Fellows announced by UKRI

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:23:00 +0000

The UK Research Institute (UKRI) has announced that 75 of the most promising research leaders will benefit from £101m to tackle major global issues and to commercialise their innovations in the UK.

Study reveals how Swansea’s 'warm hubs' make striking impact on social connections and wellbeing

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000

A new Swansea University study highlights how Swansea’s ‘warm hubs’, established last winter in response to the cost-of-living crisis, have played a significant role in fostering social connections, alleviating loneliness, and enhancing users’ overall wellbeing.

Experts join international team researching how to convert CO2 into renewable fuels

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:14:00 +0000

Swansea University is a partner in a new international collaboration aimed at investigating possible ways to convert the carbon dioxide emitted by industries into renewable fuels.

Adult Learning Partnership Swansea unveils new website

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:20:00 +0000

The Adult Learning Partnership Swansea (ALPS) is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website, designed to be a centralised hub for adult learners in the local area. This website lists and links to the wide range of educational opportunities on offer, provided by the collaborative efforts of key organisations in adult education.

Swansea University transforms student venue with eco-conscious makeover in collaboration with Santander

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:20:00 +0000

Swansea University is proud to announce the re-opening of its popular venue, Fusion, one of the first in the UK to undergo an eco-conscious transformation as part of a new Santander initiative.

Swansea University wins inaugural Navitas Impact Award

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named the first-ever winner of the Navitas Impact Award for its innovation and dedication to creating a better environmental impact.

Swansea University part of new Welsh Graduate School for the Social Sciences

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:03:00 +0000

Swansea University is part of a new partnership which has just secured £18.5 million of funding to train social scientists across Wales on a range of issues affecting society today.

Charter to develop healthcare innovation in Wales

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:43:00 +0000

AstraZeneca, the UK’s leading life science company, are the latest organisation to sign up to a charter to promote health care innovation in Wales.

Swansea University to develop world-first research and innovation “living lab”

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:38:00 +0000

Swansea University is set to develop a world-first research and innovation environment that harnesses 5G infrastructure to improve population health and wellbeing, with the award of a £2.58M project that will create a “living laboratory” in the Swansea Bay City Region.

National Geographic selects Swansea environmental biology student to join prestigious Young Explorer group

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:21:00 +0000

A Swansea student in environmental biology has been selected by National Geographic to join their list of Young Explorers – exceptional individuals in their fields - and has just presented her research at the organisation’s headquarters in Washington DC.

Swansea University awarded Queen’s Anniversary Prize for world-leading databank

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:21:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of contribution to Population Data Science made by the expert team at its world-renowned SAIL Databank.

University signs up for new research partnership with the Global Centre of Rail Excellence

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 16:27:00 +0000

Swansea University and the Global Centre of Rail Excellence have agreed a major new research collaboration based at the centre’s home currently being constructed in South Wales.

Clintons’ visit to Swansea University puts focus on leadership for future generations

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 19:07:00 +0000

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and her husband, former US President Bill Clinton, shared their views about the challenges facing our future leaders with a packed audience at Swansea University’s Great Hall.

World’s largest study on facial scarring and mental health

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:11:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have completed the world’s largest study of the link between facial scarring and anxiety and depression.

Swansea University's annual Zienkiewicz Lecture: How science and technology can transform health care

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University's annual Zienkiewicz Lecture will be delivered later this month, with distinguished guest speaker Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham OM KBE PC FRS, Co-Director of the Institute of Global Health Innovation at Imperial College London.

First-look: Ancient Egyptian artefacts come to Wales in new study

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University's Egypt Centre given rare opportunity to host and study the artefacts that date back 6,000 years.

App’s new module gives people with diabetes vital extra support with foot care

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0000

A new high-tech aid to help people with diabetes keep their feet healthy has been launched to mark World Diabetes Day today.

Groundbreaking study reveals the dating psychology of incels

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:30:00 +0000

A new study published in The Journal of Sex Research has revealed the complex world of involuntary celibacy, providing important insights into the challenges faced by a growing community of men known as incels.

Research on diabetes, peatlands and supporting deaf nurses will benefit from Livery Company awards

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:29:00 +0000

Three Swansea University researchers have won travel scholarships from The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow them to further their research.

Leading digital education expert honoured with prestigious Lovelace Medal

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:44:00 +0000

Renowned digital policy expert, Professor Tom Crick MBE of Swansea University, will receive the BCS Lovelace Medal later this year, in recognition of his significant contribution to computer science education.

Swansea University helps strengthen UK-China academic relations

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is one of only a small number of universities invited to join the UK Higher Education Mission to China 2023 to strengthen academic relations between both countries.

Education, jobs and work in 2035 – Wales Net Zero group calls for expert input

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:21:00 +0000

What could education, jobs and work look like across Wales by 2035? A Swansea academic is inviting contributions to help the work of an expert group which is aiming to bring forward the target date for Wales to reach net zero from 2050 to 2035.

Awards from Livery Company support children’s health research

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:29:00 +0000

Three researchers in children’s physical activity and health presented their work at a major international conference hosted by Swansea University, supported by awards from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales.

Study examines the devastating impact of loneliness on Autistic people

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

New research has revealed just how acutely Autistic people experience loneliness contradicting the stereotype that they avoid seeking meaningful social relationships.

Hywel Teifi Memorial Scholarship 2023 awarded to Maisie Edwards

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:04:00 +0000

Maisie Edwards from Newport has been awarded the Hywel Teifi Memorial Scholarship 2023 and will be using the Scholarship to research the importance of the use of Welsh in primary healthcare settings.

Swansea University academics call for urgent establishment of NHS gambling harms services in Wales

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

In an article published in Frontiers in Psychiatry, Swansea University academics have called for NHS gambling harms services to be established in Wales, highlighting the ongoing absence of treatment services is unacceptable and must be urgently addressed by the Welsh Government.

Language, culture, cheesecake: students delighted with Germany visit as taster for year abroad

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:14:00 +0000

Better German and a richer knowledge of Germany – from its famous markets to its delicious cakes – are what two Swansea students have gained from study visits to the country, funded by scholarships they were awarded with support from the German department.

Swansea University joins the Turing University Network

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has joined the prestigious Turing University Network in recognition of its research and teaching in the field of AI and data science.

Swansea University's annual Careers Fair connects thousands of students with top employers

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University recently welcomed 60 top companies and organisations to its annual Careers Fair, helping more than 2,300 students break into the job market and boost their employability.

New collaboration to increase net zero skills in Neath Port Talbot

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has received £992,312 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund to establish the SWITCH-On Skills project to address the multi-level skills challenges of Decarbonisation, Net-Zero Manufacturing, Green Jobs and Digital.

Plans to develop a new Menopause Clinic announced during special Swansea University event

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:30:00 +0000

Swansea University recently held an event highlighting how the University is taking on menopause, featuring a special announcement on the launch of a ‘menopause café’ and plans to develop its very own Menopause Clinic.

Three Swansea University academics receive Learned Society of Wales Medals

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:30:00 +0000

Three academics from Swansea University have received one of this year’s annual medals from the Learned Society of Wales.

Welsh Universities unite to welcome Malaysian delegation and build international partnerships

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:41:00 +0000

Malaysian university leaders have been given a unique insight into what Welsh higher education has to offer during a six-day visit to Wales.

Welsh universities showcase cutting edge research and innovation

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:59:00 +0000

Swansea University joined a showcase event highlighting research from Welsh Universities that is having an impact in communities in Wales, the UK and across the world.

South Wales Miners’ Library marks 50 years of celebrating the region’s industrial heritage

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:31:00 +0000

The South Wales Miners’ Library is celebrating half a century of collecting and preserving crucial memories of the region’s proud industrial past.

Future entrepreneurs given a helping hand thanks to new partnership

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:25:00 +0000

Swansea University is helping to encourage the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Festival of Social Science 2023

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:46:00 +0000

Swansea University experts will be joined by Bangor and Cardiff universities to offer a pan-Wales day of fun, informal and interactive events on wellbeing as part of the 2023 Festival of Social Science.

Swansea University Lecturer Honoured for Contribution to Mental Health and Wellbeing in Wales

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Dr Zoe John, a lecturer in Criminology at Swansea University, has won the Inspirational Individual award at this year's highly anticipated Mental Health & Wellbeing Wales Awards.

Swansea University is First in Wales to Unveil Rights Retention Policy to Empower Researchers

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:10:00 +0000

Swansea University is the first in Wales to launch a new Research Publications Policy that embodies the principle of Rights Retention, ensuring the accessibility, openness, and sustainability of publicly funded research conducted within the University.

Swansea's Egypt Centre Celebrates 25 Years with Special Anniversary Event

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:10:00 +0000

The Egypt Centre at Swansea University recently held a special event commemorating 25 years since its doors opened for the first time.

Put your best foot forward and join charity beach walk

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:25:00 +0000

Swansea University is urging volunteers to come and help with its annual fundraiser to help raise money and suicide awareness.

Swansea University celebrates renewed partnership with Santander Universities

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is delighted to announce it is extending its partnership with Santander Universities for a further three years, promising more invaluable opportunities and resources for students on their journey towards career success.

New award to boost heritage project

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:14:00 +0000

Swansea University is one of five Higher Education Institutions across the UK to be awarded a Community Innovation Practitioner (CIP) Pilot by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Creative Communities programme, for a project that will explore ways to regenerate heritage sites in the region that will benefit communities now and in the future.

£5 million grant to speed up the SWITCH to Net Zero Buildings

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:13:00 +0000

Homes and buildings in south Wales that are low carbon and have cheaper energy costs are a step closer thanks to a £5 million grant for a Welsh project.

Drugs policy expert recognized by Academy of Social Sciences

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 15:57:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been honoured for his long-standing contribution to social science.

Study on public views during Covid pandemics reveals key findings and lessons for the future

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:31:00 +0000

The comprehensive Public Views of the Covid-19 Pandemic (PVCOVID) study has unveiled key findings and valuable insights that shed light on the public's experiences during the pandemic.

Study raises concerns over powdered infant formula preparation machines

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:55:00 +0000

A study by Swansea University academics into powdered infant formula preparation safety has revealed that 85% of the 74 infant formula preparation machines tested by parents in UK homes did not appear to produce water that would be hot enough to kill all harmful bacteria in infant formula, and this could pose a serious risk to infant health.

ALPHA collaboration at CERN Confirms Antimatter Falls in the Same Way as Matter for the First Time

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University physicists, as leading members of the ALPHA (Antihydrogen Laser Physics Apparatus) collaboration at CERN, have demonstrated that atoms of antihydrogen fall to Earth in the same way as their matter equivalents for the first time.

New method for purifying drinking water could be used in disaster zones

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:26:00 +0000

A new method of converting seawater into drinking water, which could be useful in disaster zones where there is limited electrical power, has been developed by a team of scientists including a Swansea University expert.

Swim Wales partners with Swansea University

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:42:00 +0000

Swim Wales, the National Governing Body for Aquatics in Wales, has announced a landmark partnership with Swansea University.

Step Up students awarded in special graduation ceremony

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:35:00 +0000

More than 100 young people have gathered with their family and friends to celebrate their graduation from the Step Up to Swansea Programme at a very special ceremony at Swansea University’s Great Hall.

Swansea Science Festival returns this half-term

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:41:00 +0000

The much-anticipated Swansea Science Festival is back, promising an exhilarating journey into the fascinating world of science this October half-term.

Matthew G. Rees crowned winner of the 2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:29:00 +0000

Writer Matthew G. Rees has won the 2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for his story Harvest.

Swansea University Inspires Future Sports Scientists with Rugby World Cup Outreach Event

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:30:00 +0000

School pupils have been given an exclusive look into the science behind the Rugby World Cup at a special outreach event held by Swansea University.

Swansea to become UK leader in natural product innovation

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:05:00 +0000

Swansea is set to become a UK leader in the natural product research and enterprise sector, as the University has succeeded in a bid for funding of £587,000 to set up a new centre known as the BioHUB.

Swansea City and Swansea University announce partnership extension

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:57:00 +0000

Swansea City is delighted to announce a multi-year extension to its partnership with Swansea University.

Celebrating 25 years of the Egypt Centre

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

The award-winning Egypt Centre at Swansea University is inviting past and present volunteers to help celebrate its 25^th anniversary.

Call for urgent improvements after new study reveals flaws in Autism Health Passport

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:01:00 +0000

Researchers are calling for new approaches to reduce healthcare inequalities for Autistic people when they need medical treatment after identifying serious flaws in NICE-recommended health passports.

Swansea Graduate Named Global Winner in Prestigious UK Alumni Awards

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University graduate Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi has been named the Global Winner in the Social Action category of this year's esteemed British Council's Study UK Alumni Awards.

Stellar line-up of authors announced for Swansea Children’s Literature Festival

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:01:00 +0000

A fantastic line-up of authors taking part in the first of its kind free Children’s Literary Festival held at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea during the weekend of 7-8 October has been announced.

Clearance project ensures student village leaves behind a green legacy

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:03:00 +0000

Thousands of Swansea University students called Hendrefoilan Student Village home for more than half a century before the site finally closed earlier this year.

Afghan graduate overcomes Taliban turmoil, finds hope and success at Swansea University

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000

An extraordinary graduate from Swansea University is embarking on the next chapter of her life two years after being forced to leave her home country of Afghanistan to escape the Taliban.

Unlocking the secrets of animal travel: how traits have shaped species' journeys across the globe

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:22:00 +0000

The movement of animals across major barriers, such as oceans or mountain ranges, has long intrigued scientists for its role in shaping Earth's biodiversity. A new Swansea University study has unveiled groundbreaking insights into this process, showing how characteristics like body size and life history can influence the global spread of animals.

Welsh children receiving care and support more likely to be up to date with immunisations

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 11:41:00 +0000

A new study has revealed that children receiving services under a care and support plan had higher overall vaccination rates and were more up to date with immunisations than the general child population in Wales.

New sculpture unveiled at Crymlyn Burrows celebrating biodiversity and local community

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:30:00 +0000

A new sculpture has been installed at Crymlyn Burrows Site of Special Scientific Interest, home to Swansea University's Bay Campus, to celebrate the wildlife and diversity of the protected coastal site and its importance to the local community.

Working together helps Swansea University claim top Fairtrade honour

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 15:38:00 +0000

Swansea University staff are celebrating after earning the Fairtrade University Award for the first time in five years.

Wolfson Foundation grant boosts semiconductor R&D

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:10:00 +0000

Swansea University has received a prestigious grant from the Wolfson Foundation which will provide a major boost to its Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM) in creating the semiconductor technologies that are used in almost every modern high-tech device.

Dr Rhian Hedd Meara awarded Eilir Hedd Morgan Memorial Prize from the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 14:41:00 +0000

Dr Rhian Hedd Meara, Senior Lecturer in Geography at Swansea University, has been awarded the Eilir Hedd Morgan Memorial Award by the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol in recognition of her significant contribution to Welsh language geography provision at Swansea.

Shielding from COVID-19: unravelling the policy

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:55:00 +0000

A new study by Swansea University’s Medical School has explored the rationale behind the creation of the COVID-19 shielding policy for clinically vulnerable people and found that while policymakers intended it make a positive difference, they did not know to what extent or what other impacts it would have.

Professor Alan Llwyd wins National Eisteddfod Chair

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:10:00 +0000

Alan Llwyd, Professor in Swansea University’s Department of Welsh, has won the Chair in the Llŷn and Eifionydd Eisteddfod 2023.

Swansea medical team’s expertise in clinical simulation shared with Zambia

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 15:26:00 +0000

A team from Swansea University Medical School has visited Zambia to train doctors, nurses and midwives who teach in the country in using clinical simulation, which enables students to learn new skills without putting patients at risk. The visit was also a chance for the team to learn from their Zambian colleagues and to discuss future research partnerships and opportunities for students.

Inspiring the next generation of manufacturing leaders in south Wales

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:23:00 +0000

Local school pupils recently had the chance to learn about sustainability and manufacturing in south Wales at an event hosted at Swansea University.

VR experts join forces to create groundbreaking health training

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:48:00 +0000

A Welsh virtual reality company has teamed up with Swansea University and Hywel Dda University Health Board to deliver pioneering healthcare training.

Atomic fountain clock aims to solve the mysteries of antimatter

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:45:00 +0000

A device that produces a fountain of caesium atoms could boost understanding of the Universe by measuring the frequency of light absorbed by antimatter.

New study reveals increase in breastfeeding rates in Wales during the pandemic

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University-led study revealed breastfeeding rates in Wales increased during the pandemic.

Green Flags flying again at Swansea University

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:41:00 +0000

Swansea University continues to fly the flag for the importance of green spaces in Wales.

Chief Scientific Adviser for Wales gets insight into latest Swansea research

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0000

Wales’s Chief Scientific Adviser was given an insight into different areas of research under way at Swansea University, ranging from medicine to semiconductors, on a recent visit to the University.

Swansea University at the Llŷn ac Eifionydd National Eisteddfod 2023

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:57:00 +0000

Swansea University is sponsoring Y Babell Lên (The Literary Tent) at the Llŷn ac Eifionydd National Eisteddfod from 5-12 August 2023.

Swansea student Wins Coveted Council of Military Education Committees Best Student Award

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0000

A student from Swansea University has been honoured with the highly coveted Council of Military Education Committees (COMEC) Best Student Award.

Academic Triumph for Winter Olympics Hopeful

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:30:00 +0000

A promising bobsledder hoping to debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics is celebrating the completion of her undergraduate studies in Egyptology and Classical Civilisation at Swansea University.

New study shows the power of linking police and healthcare data to identify the vulnerable

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Linking police and healthcare data has revealed that highly vulnerable individuals are detectable before the involvement of the police. Now a new study by Swansea University researchers says data sharing and linkage could help reduce police callouts and future emergency medical admissions.

Leaders from Ukrainian partner university visit Swansea to strengthen teaching and research links

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:40:00 +0000

Four senior leaders from Swansea’s partner university in Ukraine are visiting Wales to help strengthen collaboration between the two institutions in research, teaching and creating opportunities for students.

Training staff on low intensity psychological interventions for mental health conditions can cut sickness

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:05:00 +0000

Improving a workforce’s understanding of treatment strategies for mental health problems can significantly reduce staff sickness as well as encouraging people to ask for support, according to new research.

University signs Armed Forces Covenant

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 12:07:00 +0000

A Covenant to recognise the value that serving personnel, both regular and reservists, veterans and military families contribute to the university and the country, has been signed by Swansea University.

Pupils’ visits helping to boost understanding of climate crisis

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 14:17:00 +0000

More than 250 youngsters got a chance to find out more about the real consequences of climate change on struggling communities at a special event hosted by Swansea University.

Swansea University’s Oriel Science unveils spectacular new exhibition: IMAGING

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:30:00 +0000

Oriel Science is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest exhibition, IMAGING, which promises a unique and interactive look at how Swansea University’s esteemed researchers visualise, capture, and interpret the world within and around us.

Law Clinic offers free legal advice sessions to Swansea residents this July

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:24:00 +0000

Swansea residents will be able to benefit from free, confidential legal advice sessions this July.

Universities win £15m for new Railway Research and Innovation Centre at the Global Centre of Rail Excellence in south Wales

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:09:00 +0000

The University of Birmingham and a consortium of Welsh universities including Swansea University have been awarded £15 million by the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF) to establish a new world-leading railway research and innovation centre in south Wales.

University chosen for specialist base as part of £14m investment in rare disease research

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 16:12:00 +0000

Swansea University is set to play a key role in a new platform aimed at bringing together UK strengths in the research of rare diseases to develop better and faster understanding, diagnosis and treatment.

AIMLAC conference putting focus on AI and machine learning

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:27:00 +0000

Students and researchers came together to discuss AI and its wide variety of applications at a special event hosted by Swansea University.

Groundbreaking research examines how the sequence of disease acquisition affects life expectancy

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:07:00 +0000

New research, led by Population Data Science at Swansea University Medical School, published in The Lancet Public Health, examines how co-existing diseases develop over time and how they impact patient outcomes and healthcare resources.

Swansea soars to highest ever position in global university rankings

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:46:00 +0000

Swansea University has soared 118 places to be ranked joint 307^th, its highest ever position, in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings 2024.

Research in the community: Analysing voting trends and examining education issues for the future

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:43:00 +0000

Two leading Swansea University academics are taking part in the latest in a series of special talks aimed at taking research to the community.

New project to increase net zero skills in South-West Wales

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is set to play a key role in shaping the skills needed for the workforce to achieve Net Zero, after gaining funding from the Swansea Bay City Deal’s Skills and Talent programme to establish the Net Zero Wales (NØW) Skills project.

New season of “Exploring Global Problems’ podcast

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000

What is the future of AI and Chat GPT? Can digital technology help deter reoffending? Can we build systems that are safe, secure and resilient to any security threats?

Ground beneath Antarctica’s most vulnerable glacier mapped for first time

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:56:00 +0000

The ground beneath Antarctica’s most vulnerable glacier has been mapped for the first time, by a team that includes a Swansea expert, helping scientists to better understand how it is being affected by climate change.

Ten researchers selected for Welsh Crucible programme

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:47:00 +0000

Ten Swansea University researchers – a third of this year’s cohort - have been selected for the 2023 Welsh Crucible, the award-winning programme of personal, professional and leadership development for the future research leaders of Wales.

Swansea expert in extremism wins award for research and community work to counter hate

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:34:00 +0000

A Swansea expert in extremism who has been involved in community activity to counter hate messages has won an award for her work from the Ethnic Minority Welsh Women Achievement Association (EMWWAA).

Swansea University announces student official accommodation partnerships

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has agreed a partnership with two Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) providers to deliver high-quality student accommodation in the city.

Size matters: Space tech to shrink as the limits of quantum physics are tested on Earth and beyond

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:01:00 +0000

A UK-wide consortium is developing technologies to use nanoparticles as state-of-the-art sensors on small, shoebox-sized satellites known as CubeSats.

New research project examines mental health experiences for female academics

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:51:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers are launching a new study which will examine both work and mental health experiences among female academics in the UK’S higher education sector.

Swansea ranks among UK’s best institutions for spinouts

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:22:00 +0000

Swansea University has held its position among the leading academic institutions in the UK for generating spinout companies, according to a new report by data analyst firm Beauhurst.

Caitlin using her own experience as a deaf nurse to help others

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:55:00 +0000

Starting your first job as a newly-qualified nurse just before the pandemic struck would be enough of a challenge for anyone.

Student team hits the heights to win aerospace engineering competition

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:25:00 +0000

A team of high-flying Swansea students soared to victory in a unique challenge designed to celebrate the talents of future aerospace engineers.

CutCancer: University welcomes project partners

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has welcomed a delegation from the National Institute of Biology (NIB) in Slovenia as part of the CutCancer twinning project.

New research shows the benefits of teaching pupils about mental health in the classroom

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 14:57:00 +0000

Giving schools the right resources and training to teach pupils about mental health really can have a positive impact on young people’s wellbeing.

Shortlist announced for the 2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 08:15:00 +0000

A library assistant, two English teachers, and a university student are among the 12 authors shortlisted for the 2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition.

Academic part of leadership team of £31M AI programme

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:29:00 +0000

Swansea University academic on leadership team of £31m programme aimed at ensuring future AI is responsible and trustworthy.

Academic to exhibit solar building research at British Academy Summer Showcase

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0000

A film documenting the transformative effects of a solar building in a village in India developed through a partnership led by Swansea University will be featured at the prestigious British Academy Summer Showcase.

US dates to highlight dream experts’ new book

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:43:00 +0000

Swansea University sleep expert Mark Blagrove is heading to California for a series of events to promote his new book.

Researchers develop new innovative heat storage material for enhanced energy efficiency

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:59:00 +0000

Researchers from the SPECIFIC Innovation and Knowledge Centre and COATED M2A programme at Swansea University have collaborated with the University of Bath to make a groundbreaking advancement in thermal storage research, developing a new efficient material that is easily scalable and can be sized and shaped to fit multiple applications.

Creative Writing PhD student wins Swansea University 3MT competition

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:48:00 +0000

Eilian Richmond, a PhD student in Creative Writing, has won the 2023 Swansea University Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.

Team examines the challenges facing preventative social care

Wed, 31 May 2023 16:54:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers have been taking a closer look at the role prevention can play in improving social care for our most vulnerable.

Art inspired by Dylan Thomas goes on display at Swansea University

Wed, 31 May 2023 12:43:00 +0000

A collection of lithographs by the acclaimed Welsh artist Ceri Richards, inspired by the poems of Dylan Thomas, have gone on permanent display at Swansea University’s Great Hall.

GPS Tracking Reveals How a Female Baboon Stopped Using Urban Space After Giving Birth

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:30:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University and the University of Cape Town provides the first documented evidence of a cessation in urban space use by a female baboon after giving birth: another example of how wild animals are adaptively responding to urbanisation.

Swansea University launches new Centre for developing educational research

Fri, 26 May 2023 11:38:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Department of Education and Childhood Studies has launched a new Centre for Research into Practice (CRIP) which will help educators enhance their teaching practices.

Swansea trio part of expert group seeking to reduce Wales net zero target

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:27:00 +0000

Swansea academics are playing a key role in exploring how Wales can speed up its transition to net zero and help amend its target to 2035 from 2050.

New study: Type 2 diabetes drug could treat autoimmune disorders

Wed, 24 May 2023 15:55:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers have found that a drug commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes can potentially be used in the treatment of autoimmune disorders.

University becomes first in Wales to reach important waste-reduction milestone

Wed, 17 May 2023 16:47:00 +0000

Swansea University’s commitment to sustainability and minimising waste has been recognised by the Carbon Trust.

Expert team’s mission to help people with diabetes in Bermuda

Tue, 16 May 2023 11:39:00 +0000

Experts from Swansea University and Queen’s University, Belfast have helped to bring life-changing eye care to people with diabetes in Bermuda.

Pioneering learning resource helps academic win top teaching award

Fri, 12 May 2023 15:28:00 +0000

Academic Tom Wilkinson has been honoured for helping to develop inspirational ways of teaching immunology to students during Covid.

Arinze Ifeakandu wins Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2023 for ‘exhilarating’ debut God’s Children Are Little Broken Things

Thu, 11 May 2023 18:50:00 +0000

Nigerian writer Arinze Ifeakandu has been awarded one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for his ‘exhilarating’ debut God’s Children Are Little Broken Things, a stunning short fiction collection, whose nine stories simmer with loneliness and love, and depict what it means to be gay in contemporary Nigeria.

Swansea University’s Big Clean Up for the King’s Coronation

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:33:00 +0000

Dozens of Swansea University staff and students attended a multi-location local litter pick - The Big Clean Up as part of The Big Help Out to mark His Majesty The King's Coronation.

Welsh rugby legend Ryan Jones announced as Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon ambassador

Thu, 11 May 2023 11:13:00 +0000

Wales' former Grand Slam-winning captain Ryan Jones has been named as the official ambassador for the Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon, which is set to take place on 11 June 2023.

The Tipping Point: Where next for health and care?

Wed, 10 May 2023 12:46:00 +0000

Bevan Commission host major conference

Born from the ruins of a world in crisis, the NHS is an enduring testament to the extraordinary things that happen when people come together for the common good.

Ukrainian students attend House of Lords for twinning partnership anniversary

Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Two Ukrainian students currently studying at Swansea University have attended a reception at the House of Lords, marking one year of a twinning partnership between universities in the UK and Ukraine.

Swansea University research centre to lead on new £1.4 million partnership

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 08:24:00 +0000

A new research collaboration aimed at accelerating capabilities and improving research on maternal and infant health has received a £1.4 million funding boost.

Swansea University Science for Schools Scheme Marks 10th Anniversary with Free Online STEM Enrichment Activities

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0000

To celebrate its 10^th year, the Swansea University Science for Schools Scheme (S4) are making all their science content open access to teachers and learners in Wales and around the world.

Action needed on breastfeeding data collection to gauge medicine impact

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Women using prescription medicines whilst breastfeeding are often faced with a lack of information.

Swansea named the safest student city in Wales

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:30:00 +0000

Swansea has been named the safest city for students in Wales, according to a study by the trusted and independent Complete University Guide (CUG).

Learned Society of Wales announces four new Swansea University Fellows

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Four Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

Swansea University's Big Pitch Celebrates Entrepreneurship and Innovation Among Students

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University's Big Pitch Competition, sponsored by Santander Universities, recently returned, offering more student entrepreneurs a major boost for their business ideas.

From tackling youth crime to building new community links – experts examine how physical activity changes lives

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000

The effectiveness of sport as a tool to tackle youth crime has been analysed by Welsh academics and their findings will now be used to help inform police leaders.

New study: No evidence that shielding reduced COVID-19 infections in Wales

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Shielding did not reduce COVID-19 infections in Wales: new study questions benefits of policy for vulnerable people.

Study shows how machine learning can identify social grooming behaviour from acceleration signals in wild baboons

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University and the University of Cape Town have tracked social grooming behaviour in wild baboons using collar-mounted accelerometers.

Researchers reveal how foundational economy can boost Welsh prosperity

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 16:25:00 +0000

New research examining how the foundational economy can be supported in Wales is helping to inform government policy for the future.

Swansea University donates nursing uniforms to medical organisations across sub-Saharan Africa

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:50:00 +0000

Swansea University has donated more than 600 assorted student nurse uniforms to disadvantaged organisations in sub-Saharan Africa, helping healthcare workers stay safe from contracting transmissible diseases as they provide medical aid for vulnerable patients.

Antarctic video for schools on ice melt and sea level rise wins prestigious Geographical Association award

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:03:00 +0000

A film for school pupils about ice melt in Antarctica and sea level rise, made by a team involving a Swansea University polar expert, has been awarded the prestigious Silver Publishers Award from the Geographical Association.

£400k boost for University’s research into prostate cancer

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:54:00 +0000

Research by Swansea scientists investigating sugars in the blood could lead to more effective testing and earlier diagnoses for prostate cancer – which would save countless men’s lives.

Artificial sweetener could dampen immune response to disease in mice

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:48:00 +0000

Scientists at the Francis Crick Institute have found that high consumption of a common artificial sweetener, sucralose, lowers activation of T-cells, an important component of the immune system, in mice.

Grant set to boost researcher’s mission to explore nerve damage in the brain

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:10:00 +0000

Dr Roberto Angelini has become the latest academic at Swansea University to receive the prestigious Academy of Medical Science Springboard award.

New study shows the potential of machine learning in the early identification of people with inflammatory arthritis

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:30:00 +0000

A study by Swansea University has revealed how machine learning can help with the early detection of Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) inflammatory arthritis and revolutionise how people are detected and diagnosed by their GPs.

£900k funding to develop bespoke VR training for future health professionals

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:56:00 +0000

A high-tech Swansea University initiative to develop specialist virtual reality training for healthcare professionals has secured a major funding boost.

TV’s Owain Wyn Evans tells audience to feel the fear - and take the plunge

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:35:00 +0000

TV and radio broadcaster Owain Wyn Evans has urged a Swansea audience to stay true to themselves and never be afraid of taking risks.

“Asim Hafeez - From Swansea University Student to Home Office Director”: Distinguished Graduate Gives Students an Insight into the Civil Service

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:45:00 +0000

Asim Hafeez, Home Office Director of International, Strategy, Engagement and Devolution, recently returned to his alma mater to share his impressive career journey in the Civil Service with Swansea University students.

Swansea University at Hay Festival 2023

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:51:00 +0000

The science and art of dreaming, the concussion crisis in sport, and the winning title of this year’s Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize are among the subjects set to delight audiences at the 36th Hay Festival between 25 May - 4 June.

Toddlers, Tech and Talk: online survey participants wanted for groundbreaking study into digital technology’s impact on children's communication skills

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:26:00 +0000

University researchers are seeking participants to complete an online survey which will assist with the most in-depth study to date into how the daily exposure of babies and very young children to digital technologies influences how they speak and interact with others.

The pump that makes polluted water safe to drink - Swansea student inventors’ idea reaches final of worldwide competition

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:16:00 +0000

A team of Swansea University students who have invented a pump that makes polluted river water safe to drink have reached the grand final of a worldwide design competition, which will take place in Texas in April.

International team uses natural catalysts to develop low-cost way of producing green hydrogen

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:27:00 +0000

Experts from Swansea and Grenoble have joined forces to develop a practical way to produce green hydrogen using sustainable catalysts.

Film showcases community action in a time of climate and ecological emergency

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:21:00 +0000

A new short film showcasing how a Friends and Neighbours community group based in Neath is working positively to mitigate climate change, had its premier to coincide with Earth Hour.

Swansea student’s collaboration with Met Office to help advance land surface model

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:45:00 +0000

A Swansea University student has collaborated with the Met Office to identify how one of its land surface models can be improved, allowing more accurate projections of future climate-vegetation interactions.

Debuts dominate shortlist for the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2023

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Today, the shortlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes celebrating young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced, showcasing the breadth and depth of new international writing talent.

University secures share of £40m investment to boost benefits of social science research

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:46:00 +0000

Swansea University is one of 32 research organisations across the UK that will benefit from the Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) support through a five-year Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) award of £1.25 million.

Swansea University continues to advance in QS World University Rankings by Subject

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has delivered its best-ever performance in a leading global university ranking by subject for the second year in a row.

University’s programme now recognised by American Chemistry Society

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:04:00 +0000

Swansea University has gained global recognition for the high standard of chemistry education it offers.

Swansea University shortlisted for prestigious early careers recruitment award

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Graduate Support Programme has been shortlisted for HE careers and employability team of the year in the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.

Swansea University shortlisted for six Whatuni Student Choice Awards

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:58:00 +0000

Swansea University has been shortlisted in six categories for this year’s WhatUni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs).

Alzheimer's early detection - Swansea University and Tokyo University of Agriculture & Technology to lead on major project

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University ‘s Institute for Innovative Materials, Processing and Numerical Technologies (IMPACT) and Japan have been awarded £1.3 million to develop a new “point of care testing” kit that can detect biomarkers for Alzheimer's Disease.

New study counts the environmental cost of managing knotweed

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:04:00 +0000

New Swansea University research has looked at the long-term environmental impact of different methods to control Japanese knotweed.

£1 million for projects involving Swansea experts to tackle gambling harm among Armed Forces veterans

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:46:00 +0000

Research to tackle gambling harm among Armed Forces veterans has received a major boost with three awards, totalling £1 million, for new projects in the field that involve Swansea University experts.

University collaboration secures prestigious National Science Foundation grant to develop new field of Socioresilient Materials

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded a research grant with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Cornell University, sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in a multi-institutional research project.

Swansea University Staff Member Recognised at Prestigious Apprentice Awards

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:30:00 +0000

Swansea University's Katie Harris has been named Careers Information Advice and Guidance Apprentice of the Year at Gower College Swansea's Apprenticeship Awards.

ITWales’ International Women’s Day event celebrated 20 years of Technocamps

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:38:00 +0000

An ITWales event organised by Technocamps to celebrate women in STEM was held on International Women’s Day at Swansea Arena.

Swansea University academics develop world’s first completely roll-to-roll printable perovskite solar cell

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has established a low-cost and scalable carbon ink formulation capable of unlocking, for the first time, the potential for perovskite solar cells to be manufactured at scale.

How dreams can bond us together revealed in new book

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 12:12:00 +0000

A new book by Swansea University sleep expert Mark Blagrove will be launched at a sell-out event later this week.

Study reveals Impact of pandemic on incidence of long-term conditions in Wales

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:27:00 +0000

A population data linkage study using anonymised primary and secondary care health records in Swansea University’s SAIL Databank has revealed that in 2020 and 2021, fewer people in Wales were being diagnosed with long-term conditions than expected.

Conference to highlight how circular economy can shape future for Wales

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:34:00 +0000

The Circular Economy Innovation Communities (CEIC) Spring Conference will be held on Friday March, 24 at the Swansea.com Stadium and is an open invitation for environmental champions from throughout South Wales and beyond to discuss how well-designed, incremental efforts can have substantial impact.

Research team extends international links to Australia

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 17:21:00 +0000

Researchers at home and away have joined forces for a new international collaboration with the ultimate aim of improving patient care.

International team examines how selenium could help in fight against ovarian cancer

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 16:54:00 +0000

Selenium is a micronutrient that plays an essential role in human health but is toxic at high levels. However, new biomedical research has shown selenium actually has anti-cancer properties when used at high doses.

App sets out to present artist to a new and wider audience

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000

A new app has been launched aimed at celebrating and highlighting the work of Welsh artist Gwen John.

Egypt Centre experts set to reveal history of ancient artefacts

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:57:00 +0000

A host of rare Egyptian antiquities has arrived in Swansea ready to go on display to the public and be studied by University experts for the first time.

New Swansea University research shows reducing social media use by just 15 minutes a day can improve your health

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:35:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University shows that reducing social media use by 15 minutes a day can significantly improve general health and immune function and reduce levels of loneliness and depression.

University wins funding to boost battery manufacturing skills in Wales

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:35:00 +0000

Swansea University is set to play a key role in shaping Wales’s manufacturing workforce of the future.

Researchers to develop self-powered and sustainable smart technologies for older generation

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:17:00 +0000

A team of researchers at Swansea University have been awarded £740,000 to develop self-powered and sustainable digital “Internet of Things” technologies to tackle accessibility for older people.

Tracking data reveals how seabird species adopt different strategies to cope with extreme storms

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 15:05:00 +0000

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior in Germany and Swansea University have revealed how different seabird species use distinct strategies to cope with cyclones, with some flying directly into the storm, and others using avoidance tactics.

Official welcome to Swansea for visiting students just arrived from Ukraine

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:10:00 +0000

Students from Ukraine, including from Swansea’s partner university in the country, were given an official welcome to Swansea at a reception on campus, where they were addressed by the Vice-Chancellor and Universities UK.

University helps create new VR app to spark interest in semiconductor careers

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 12:01:00 +0000

Swansea University has teamed up with an immersive tech firm to create a new virtual reality experience designed to inspire the next generation to pursue a career in STEM subjects.

Swansea University announced as new title sponsor of the Swansea Half Marathon

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed a three-year deal to become the headline sponsor for the multi-award-winning Swansea Half Marathon.

Minority ethnic groups share experiences of living through Covid with researchers

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 13:06:00 +0000

New research has revealed how members of minority ethnic groups in South Wales coped with challenges presented by the Covid pandemic.

Swansea University ranked 12th in the 2023 Stonewall Workplace Equality Index

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:47:00 +0000

Swansea University has achieved its highest ever position in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index, climbing 14 places to overall 12^th in the UK.

Swansea University joins Swansea City and the British Heart Foundation to support Heart Month

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:07:00 +0000

Swansea City are teaming up with Swansea University and British Heart Foundation Cymru to show their support for Heart Month this February.

University team part of UK partnership awarded £2.2m to improve dementia research

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:45:00 +0000

A team from Population Data Science at Swansea University is part of a UK-wide partnership that has secured £2.2 million in support from the Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative (ADDI) to help bridge the gap between fundamental discoveries in the lab and successful trials of new treatments for dementia.

New study identifies risk factors associated with low birthweights

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:26:00 +0000

Multiple births, a short interval between pregnancies and mothers with a maternal physical or mental health condition are more at risk of having a low birth rate baby according to Swansea University researchers.

New research shows female selfie posting can be driven by aggression

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:30:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University shows that female selfie posting is associated with intimidatory self-presentation strategies, linked to higher levels of aggression.

New car boosts donor milk hub’s vital support for sick and premature babies

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:47:00 +0000

More babies in Wales will benefit from the arrival of a new electric vehicle to support donor milk collections.

Cleaner greener steel: virtual technology assesses hydrogen as fuel for furnaces, to slash carbon emissions

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:25:00 +0000

Steel experts have been taking a virtual look inside a shaft furnace, as part of a new project to test how well hydrogen would work as a reductant for steelmaking. If switching to hydrogen from fossil fuels proves feasible, it would slash the carbon emissions from steelmaking.

Swansea University is headline sponsor of city conference and exhibition

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:21:00 +0000

Swansea University is the headline sponsor Swansea City Centre Conference & Exhibition 2023, which will return to Swansea Arena on Wednesday March 29, following the success of last year’s conference at the venue.

Welsh Varsity returns to the capital for 25th tournament

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The 2023 Welsh Varsity tournament will be returning to Cardiff for the first time since 2019 as student teams from Swansea and Cardiff University go head-to-head in its 25^th year.

£100,000 funding boost for CADR to support older adults with hearing loss

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:10:00 +0000

Academics from Swansea University have received £100,000 in funding to help boost essential evidence and understanding around the importance of creating appropriate, social, sustainable, and resilient neighbourhoods, places, and environments for older adults with hearing loss.

African diaspora and stories of alienated youth dominate longlist for the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2023

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 11:21:00 +0000

The international longlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today, Thursday 26 January. With authors hailing from the UK, Ireland, Nigeria, Kenya, Somalia, Lebanon and Australia, this year’s longlist of 12 features an even split of debut and established names, with African diaspora and female voices dominating the longlist.

Newly developed ‘smart patch’ could be used to detect Alzheimer's

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:56:00 +0000

A leading Swansea University scientist has developed a new ‘smart patch’ that can detect proinflammatory biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's through the use of microneedle technology.

On the brink: 240 jobs and vital research and innovation at risk without urgent replacement for EU funding, Vice-Chancellor warns

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:18:00 +0000

The future of the research and innovation sector in Wales, including over 240 highly skilled jobs at Swansea University alone, in vital areas from clean energy to medical research, is at risk in the next few weeks, unless the UK Government acts now to replace EU funding, the head of Swansea University has warned.

Swansea University featured in flagship Net Zero report

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 10:05:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named as the only university in Wales to have featured in the first Royal Anniversary Trust report, which outlines an ambitious roadmap for decarbonisation of the tertiary education sector.

Swansea researcher’s prize for work on cutting river pollution from disused mines

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 12:30:00 +0000

A Swansea expert has been awarded first prize at a prestigious international conference for his research on tackling river pollution from disused mines.

The ‘blind spot’ that stops us seeing the dangers of motoring

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:05:00 +0000

Is it acceptable to harm another person? It might depend whether or not there’s a car involved, according to a new study from UK researchers. They showed that people have a shared ‘blind spot’ that can make them use different moral and ethical standards when they think about driving cars, compared to other areas of life.

Researcher’s appointment is a first for women in Wales

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 16:20:00 +0000

A pioneering researcher whose work on chest trauma has had a global impact has scored a first-in-Wales appointment.

Swansea fellow joins first UK-wide Young Academy

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:54:00 +0000

Dr Muhammad Naeem Anwar, of Swansea University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering, is among the first members of the new UK Young Academy – a network of early career researchers and professionals established to help tackle local and global issues and promote meaningful change.

Screening homeless people for hepatitis C will speed up diagnosis and treatment

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:20:00 +0000

People who are homeless or precariously housed are to be routinely offered lateral flow tests for hepatitis C, followed by rapid PCR tests to speed up diagnosis and treatment and therefore reduce the risk of transmission.

Swansea University interns share a student's view on academic integrity

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 16:31:00 +0000

A group of Swansea law interns have been helping shape the debate around academic integrity by sharing their views with higher education professionals.

Researchers develop AI-enabled system for prioritising pneumonia patient treatment

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:42:00 +0000

A research team at Swansea University have developed a ‘digital twin’ to help prioritise patients for urgent intensive care and ventilator support.

“I fell in love with this country from the first day” - Ukrainian medical student describes Swansea study visit

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 10:30:00 +0000

A Ukrainian medical student spending a semester at Swansea as part of a new partnership with her home university has said she fell in love with this country from her first day and thanked both universities for making the visit possible.

Swansea University staff donate hundreds of Christmas hampers to local foodbanks

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:17:00 +0000

More than 600 Christmas hampers have been donated to Swansea foodbanks, thanks to the generosity of Swansea University staff.

World-class research centre introduces new campaign highlighting link between hearing loss and dementia

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 10:02:00 +0000

Swansea University's Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR) has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the connection between hearing loss and dementia.

Researchers seek participants for study into respiratory tract infections in Wales

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 18:52:00 +0000

A new study is seeking participants to explore how respiratory tract infections, such as coughs, colds, flu, and Covid-19, are affecting people in Wales this winter.

Swansea students get chance to study in Australia, thanks to new exchange deal with University of Canberra

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 13:24:00 +0000

Swansea undergraduate students will have the chance to study abroad in Australia, thanks to a new student exchange agreement signed with the University of Canberra.

University in new Horizon Europe CutCancer twinning project

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:36:00 +0000

Swansea University is part of a new CutCancer twinning project aimed at strengthening and increasing the research and innovation capacity and excellence of the project coordinator, the National Institute of Biology (NIB) in Slovenia.

University unveils high-tech boost for aerospace students

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 15:02:00 +0000

One of Swansea University’s most exciting facilities has been expanded to offer an even better learning environment for its students.

74-year-old Swansea graduate proves it's never too late to follow your passions

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

A 74-year-old retired teacher who failed his 11-plus has graduated from Swansea University with merit and is encouraging others never to stop learning.

New study examines links between parents’ income and sexual orientation of their children

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 14:48:00 +0000

Attraction to same-sex partners is common in humans but the biological influences on homosexuality and bisexuality are not fully understood.

Research explains why sexual arousal can turn men off long-term relationships

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:35:00 +0000

New research has revealed that sexual arousal leads to an immediate preference in short-term mating in men over more long-term committed relationships, such as marriage.

New research shows the Welsh language and its speakers might be disadvantaged by social media

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:30:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University has highlighted how social media may be threatening the future of the Welsh language and the psychological health of its speakers.

ASTUTE 2020+ contributes £541 million to the Welsh economy

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:35:00 +0000

As a new ASTUTE Centre of Excellence is established in place of the ASTUTE 2020+ project, the successes of ASTUTE 2020+ have been made all the more striking through its impressive £541 million contribution to the Welsh economy through Industry-Academia Collaboration in the Manufacturing Sector.

New research reveals just 1 in 3 pregnant women in Wales would have Covid-19 vaccination

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:08:00 +0000

A new study led by researchers at Swansea University has revealed that potentially only one in three pregnant women in Wales would actually have the Covid-19 vaccine during pregnancy, even though two in three said they would have the jab.

2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition open for entries

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000

The annual Rhys Davies Short Story Competition is now open for entries.

£700k funding boost for team to investigate embedding children’s rights into classroom practice

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:04:00 +0000

A research collaboration examining how young children’s rights can be embedded into teaching practice has secured a major funding boost.

New partnership set to improve outcomes for cardiovascular patients in Wales

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 17:10:00 +0000

A major new collaboration has been launched aimed at improving diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular patients across Wales.

New study shows that fear of COVID-19 continues to adversely impact psychological wellbeing

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 15:56:00 +0000

Research by psychologists from the School of Psychology at Swansea University found that people’s fear of COVID-19 has led to worsened mental health. The study, just published in the Journal of Health Psychology, also found that older participants and those from minority ethnic groups were most likely to experience COVID-19 fear.

Free guides available for children for seeking asylum in Wales

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:39:00 +0000

The Children’s Legal Centre Wales, with the support of Welsh Government funding, has updated a series of guides designed for children seeking asylum in Wales, and the social workers and foster carers who look after them.

Old technique has new way of overcoming Covid-19 fear and avoidance

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:45:00 +0000

An old technique of overcoming fears may have potential for ridding people of their fears and anxieties about Covid-19, a new Swansea University study has revealed.

Swansea University lecture: “Asking the Next Evolution of Twins to Radically Shape Our Future”

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:36:00 +0000

A Swansea University prestige lecture entitled “Asking the Next Evolution of Twins to Radically Shape Our Future” has been delivered by Professor Royston Jones, the Executive Vice President of European Operations and Global CTO of Altair, a global leader in simulation, AI and high-performance computing, at an event at the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

New book explores the politics of using high-tech ways to display museum collections

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:35:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic’s new book explores how an innovative digital exhibit was used to display historical photographic images across city sites and examines its implications for future practices.

Technocamps wins prestigious award for best practice in education

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:38:00 +0000

Technocamps has been named Informatics Europe’s 2022 Best Practices in Education Award winner.

University experts analysing impact of innovative seat warmer on vulnerable older adults

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:26:00 +0000

A low-cost heated seat cover that can keep vulnerable older adults warm at the touch of a button is being put to the test using Swansea University expertise.

Swansea researchers added to Highly Cited Researchers 2022 List

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:03:00 +0000

Three Swansea University academics have been named in the much anticipated annual Highly Cited Researchers 2022 list.

Flight of birds can help provide predictions on turbulence, new study suggests

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000

A new study led by Swansea University has shown how the flight of birds can offer a meteorological insight into fine-scale environmental conditions.

Marine Conservation Project Sees Pupils Share Biodiversity Knowledge and Engineering Technology Skills at National Botanic Gardens of Wales

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Primary school pupils have been given a unique opportunity to use creative engineering tools to learn about marine conservation as part of a project involving Swansea University.

Trio of University experts honoured by Learned Society of Wales

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:55:00 +0000

Three academics from Swansea University are among the latest recipients of the Learned Society of Wales ’ medals.

Swansea twins with Ukrainian university paving way for collaboration and support

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:59:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed a twinning agreement with a Ukrainian university that paves the way for research partnerships, sharing online teaching and learning materials, and opportunities for students and staff from Ukraine to visit Swansea.

Samaritans and University report reveals dangers of social media’s self-harm content

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:31:00 +0000

Social media sites are still not doing enough to tackle self-harm content being pushed to users on their sites, says Samaritans.

Swansea University business partnership wins Wales Technology Award

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 17:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University collaboration with Aspire2Be, iBroadcast has been named Academia and Business Partnership of the Year at the Wales Technology Awards 2022.

S4 named winner at Wales STEM Awards ceremony

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:23:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Science for Schools Scheme (S4) was named the winner of the STEM Educational Programme of the Year in the Public Sector category at this year’s Wales STEM Awards.

Report shows the impact of Covid on Welsh school leaders’ wellbeing

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:33:00 +0000

New research has revealed the impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on senior staff in Welsh schools.

Swansea University's Annual Zienkiewicz Lecture Returns with Public Lecture on Redesigning and Implementing a 21st Century Energy System

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

On Wednesday, 9 November, Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering will host its sixth Zienkiewicz Lecture, with distinguished guest speaker Professor Sir Jim McDonald, BSc, MSc, PhD, DSc, CEng, one of Scotland's most accomplished engineers.

Swansea-Africa research on climate crisis highlighted ahead of COP 27 gathering in Egypt

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:27:00 +0000

As world leaders gather in Egypt for the next COP27 summit, organised by the United Nations, four Swansea experts who conduct research on various aspects of the climate crisis are to feature in a showcase of Welsh collaborations with African universities.

Swansea Professor awarded prestigious medal for his outstanding contribution to STEM

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:12:00 +0000

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has awarded an IET Achievement Medal to Professor Tom Crick MBE of Swansea University.

Circular economy conference sees public sector unite to share ideas

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Innovative ways the public sector in South Wales is tackling the climate emergency have been highlighted at a conference organised by the circular economy experts.

What does an academic look like? New book featuring Swansea expert highlights diversity of research and researchers

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:39:00 +0000

A new book which shows school pupils the diversity of research and of researchers includes a chapter by a Swansea expert in chemistry and climate change education who has learned that she is autistic.

Experts highlight link between hand size difference and Covid-19 severity

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:26:00 +0000

The difference in finger length between a person’s left and right hand may provide vital information about how ill they could get if they contract Covid-19.

Covid-19: Independent study to look at experiences of bereavement and the UK’s handling of the pandemic

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 12:55:00 +0000

A Swansea University study is seeking participants to explore public experiences on bereavement during the COVID-19 pandemic and on their views of how the pandemic was handled and what support they felt did, or did not, receive.

New project to develop next-generation radiotherapy cancer treatments

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:23:00 +0000

Swansea University physicists are using their research undertaken at the CERN facility in a major project aimed at developing next-generation, low-cost radiotherapy for cancer treatments that will be particularly effective when treating children and tumours near sensitive tissues.

Cost of living crisis having significant impact on mental health, study shows

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:42:00 +0000

New research has found that the cost of living crisis is having significant impacts on people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Swansea University excels in latest global subject rankings

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:44:00 +0000

Swansea University features among the world's top institutions in 10 out of 11 subject rankings in the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.

More than £20 million awarded for UK theoretical physics

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

The Particle Physics and Cosmology Theory group in Swansea University’s Physics Department is one of 25 UK institutions that have been awarded more than £20 million to expand and test theories of how the universe works.

Professor continues to champion academic integrity on international stage

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:02:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Professor Michael Draper has been playing a key role at international events to highlight ethics and academic integrity.

Engineering at Swansea University Recognised for Innovation of the Year

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 15:00:00 +0000

General Engineering at Swansea University has been named a winner at the Engineering Talent Awards for Innovation of the Year 2022.

Ukrainian students given official welcome to Swansea University

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:57:00 +0000

Students from Ukraine were given an official welcome to Swansea at a University reception, where they were able to meet each other and find out more about the support available to them during their studies.

University creating state-of-art simulation facilities to train future health professionals

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:15:00 +0000

Work is now under way on high-tech new teaching facilities set to put Swansea University at the forefront of healthcare education.

New diagnostic tool could deliver health test results in two minutes

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 14:18:00 +0000

New diagnostic tool could deliver health test results in two minutes using fingertip sample - researchers develop proof of concept.

Research in the Community: University academics share their findings at public talks

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:33:00 +0000

In the first in a series of special talks, audiences will be invited to share a century of farming stories and take part in a discussion of what entrepreneurship means to the Welsh.

Green chemistry transforms facemasks into Ethernet cables

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:37:00 +0000

Swansea University academics have pioneered a process which converts the carbon found in discarded facemasks to create high-quality single-walled carbon nanotubes (CNT) which were then used to make Ethernet cable with broadband quality.

A sustainable approach to food pest control - Swansea hosts major international expert conference

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 15:35:00 +0000

A major international conference at Swansea University has brought together experts in integrated pest management (IPM) to discuss new ways of cutting reliance on harmful chemical insecticides.

New post-Covid study reveals children want more space and time to play

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:35:00 +0000

Children would like more space and time to play with their friends in school and at home, according to a new study led by Population Data Science researchers at Swansea University.

Step out to support suicide prevention charity

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:06:00 +0000

A beach walk to raise money and awareness of suicide in young people returns to Swansea later this month.

Groundbreaking research finds pelagic seabirds fly into the eye of the storm when faced with extreme weather conditions

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:33:00 +0000

New research led by Swansea University has found some pelagic seabirds fly directly towards the eye of a storm, which researchers think may help them avoid being forced onto land masses, reducing the risk of injury or death.

Swansea University hosts prestigious International Entrepreneurship Educators Conference 2022

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 11:30:00 +0000

Swansea University recently hosted academics, researchers and enterprise educators from around the world at the first in-person International Entrepreneurship Educators Conference (IEEC) in three years.

Rugby players past and present urged to help research on head impacts and concussion

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 09:52:00 +0000

As concussion in rugby comes under the spotlight, a Swansea researcher is inviting rugby players past and present to help with her research into head impacts, by sharing their experiences anonymously through a survey.

Ospreys and Swansea University: a pathway for rugby talent in Wales

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 16:25:00 +0000

In their fourth year as rugby performance partners, Ospreys and Swansea University (Sport Swansea) have ramped up their commitment to the support and development of young players this season.

Swansea University announces biggest Swansea Science Festival lineup to date

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:14:00 +0000

This year’s Swansea Science Festival will feature a week-long programme of in-person events, including a talk from award-winning TV presenter and conservationist Chris Packham, when it returns this autumn.

Mining vital metals without harming the environment – rivers expert involved in Philippines project

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:23:00 +0000

Mining metals that are crucial for net zero technologies, but in a way that does not harm the environment, is the aim of a joint UK-Philippines project which involves a Swansea University expert who has just returned from a research visit to the country.

Swansea University sports stars celebrated in new book

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:42:00 +0000

A new book written by Stan Addicott, A Century of Sport (Y Lolfa) presents the story of the past 100 years of sporting activity at Swansea University, from its founding in 1920 to present times.

New wellbeing project creating a buzz at Swansea University

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has introduced beehives to its campuses as part of a project to enhance student and staff wellbeing.

Tissue bank visit by Swansea expert will help boost multiple sclerosis research in Wales

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:12:00 +0000

Welsh research on multiple sclerosis has been strengthened by a visit to the Welsh Tissue Bank by a Swansea expert, made possible by the scholarship she was awarded by the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales.

Two Swansea University programmes shortlisted in the Wales STEM Awards 2022

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:32:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Science for Schools Scheme (S4) and Technocamps are thrilled to be amongst the prestigious businesses and individuals shortlisted in the 2022 Wales STEM Awards.

University helps pupils to put biorefinery in the spotlight

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:14:00 +0000

A group of pupils have not only been learning about a new way of using waste carbon emissions, but they have also made their own film to spread the word about the exciting project.

English teacher wins Rhys Davies Short Story Competition 2022

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Laura Morris, an English teacher from Caerphilly, has won the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for her story ‘Cree’, described by guest judge Rachel Trezise as “bristling with an irresistible melancholia and brimming with a bold confidence.”

Experts share high-tech ideas for improving experiences of amputees

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 17:51:00 +0000

Swansea University experts say digital transformation could bridge the gap between knowledge, revolutionary technology, and patient psychology, to improve the experiences of amputees and clinicians.

Senedd launch for new film helping to tackle online grooming

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:15:00 +0000

A new animation and report, developed by Swansea University’s online safety DRAGON-S project, to assist with anti-grooming training is being launched at a virtual Senedd meeting today.

Research on cancer and on concussion in women’s rugby to benefit from Livery Company awards

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:53:00 +0000

Two Swansea University researchers in sport and exercise sciences have won travel scholarships from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow them to further their research.

Economy Minister impressed by the £130m City Deal project that will boost the Sports and Medical Technology sectors

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:46:00 +0000

Welsh Government Minister for the Economy Vaughan Gething has visited the £130 million Swansea Bay City Deal Campuses project at Swansea University to understand more about how this exciting development will boost innovation and business growth in the expanding Medical Technology and Sports Technology sectors.

Cleaner water linked with smaller cockles that die younger, research on Burry Inlet reveals

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 07:02:00 +0000

Better water quality in Wales’ most famous cockle area is linked with smaller cockles that have a higher mortality rate, a new survey of fifty years of data has revealed.

New study identifies link between parental health literacy with COVID-19 test results in children

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University-led study has highlighted the importance of parental health literacy and suggests those with higher understanding and access to medical information were more likely to take their child to be tested for COVID-19 and be identified as positive.

Children given books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library read more often and perform better in school - new research

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Children receiving books from the Imagination Library, set up by icon Dolly Parton, read more frequently and perform better at reading and development assessments than their peers, new Swansea University research has revealed.

Lost islands cited in Welsh folklore and poetry are plausible, new study of coastal geography and a medieval map suggests

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:15:00 +0000

A Welsh tradition dating to the medieval period of a landscape lost to the sea is plausible, new evidence on the evolution of the coastline of west Wales has revealed.

Swansea academic named Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 11:48:00 +0000

The Academy of Social Sciences has conferred the award of Fellow on 40 outstanding social scientists – including Professor Tom Crick MBE of Swansea University.

Industry support needed for new high-tech sorting plant to cut waste and boost recycling

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:27:00 +0000

Recycling more material from products at the end of their life – from rails and girders to cars and washing machines – is the aim of a Swansea-led team who are planning to build a new high-tech sorting plant, and calling for industry support.

Report Card raises concerns over health and well-being of children and young people

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:20:00 +0000

A ‘Report Card’ on the overall levels of physical activity (PA) of children and young people has assigned Wales a grade F - and raises concerns that this could have long-term implications for their health and well-being

How family tragedy has driven student’s desire to improve healthcare in her community

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 16:04:00 +0000

The unnecessary death of a much-loved relative has driven Bethel Ohanugo’s passion for improving healthcare in her native Nigeria.

University reveals ongoing support for Ukraine as it marks the country’s National Day

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 17:19:00 +0000

As Ukraine marks its national day on 24 August, Swansea University and staff members continue with efforts to support the country and its people, in the wake of the invasion by Russian forces in February.

CEIC conference set to share ideas on sustainable future of Wales

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 08:36:00 +0000

Environmental champions from across South Wales and beyond will be able to share ideas and gain valuable inspiration for supporting the sustainable future of Wales at a special event next month.

New course provides direct route to a career looking after surgical patients

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:22:00 +0000

If you have ever considered working in an operating theatre, at the very heart of hospital health care, a new course could put you on the perfect career path.

New 3D model reveals megalodon weighed more than 61 tonnes and could eat whole killer whales

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:09:00 +0000

Thanks to a megalodon which was discovered in the 1860s, an international team of scientists, including some from Swansea University, have been able to create, what is to date, the most complete 3D reconstruction of a megalodon – the largest shark that ever lived.

Swansea University to train even more medical students

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has secured more places on its successful Graduate Entry Medicine programme as part of a government investment to increase the number of Welsh-trained doctors for Wales.

Swansea student wins award for her outstanding contribution to Welsh language

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:45:00 +0000

Alpha Evans from Swansea University was crowned the winner of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol's Merêd Award at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod in August.

Materials science and engineering top the UK rankings for student satisfaction

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Materials science and engineering at Swansea has been voted top in the UK for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS). This latest success follows awards for the department’s pioneering work on renewable energy technology.

EU experts combining knowledge to reduce wildfire danger

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 09:30:00 +0000

With the climate crisis increasing the risk of wildfires in the UK and many other parts of northern Europe, scientists from across the world are sharing their expertise to help tackle the dangers.

Students encouraged to find their space for a bright future at Swansea

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 06:50:00 +0000

With A-level results expected next week, many students may be feeling some uncertainty over beginning a university course following the challenges of the past few years.

Experts warn rising temperatures and extremely dry conditions contribute to unprecedented UK wildfire danger

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 10:51:00 +0000

The UK is experiencing not only record temperatures, but also unprecedented conditions favouring extreme wildfire danger and behaviour, according to wildfire experts.

Professor’s Covid contribution recognised with new honour

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

A Swansea academic at the forefront of shaping our understanding of Covid-19 has received further recognition for his work in the field of data science.

Enterprising Swansea University graduates celebrated at prestigious Welsh business awards

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:30:00 +0000

Two Swansea University graduate-led businesses have received top honours at this year's Wales StartUp Awards.

Swansea University named one of country’s best green spaces

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 07:05:00 +0000

The spectacular and diverse grounds of Swansea University’s two campuses have once again been judged among the best green spaces in Wales.

Innovative video game supporting mental health skills and psychological flexibility

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher has developed a unique way to help build psychological resilience in young people, utilising gamification of mental health interventions and embedded learning.

The value of seagrass to the planet’s future is far greater than appreciated

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 10:51:00 +0000

Experts at the forefront of efforts to restore the UK’s coastal seagrass meadows say the remarkable plant’s contribution to the most important to-do list in the history of humankind should be reassessed.

Wales’ economic prospects at their most uncertain for 20 years – strategic intervention and awareness of interdependence needed, says expert

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:28:00 +0000

Wales’ economic prospects are more uncertain than at any time since the Assembly was established – and what is needed is more intervention by the Welsh Government and more collaboration by politicians at all levels, a leading expert argues in a new survey of the Welsh economy since devolution.

How learning about wellbeing can benefit university students’ own wellbeing

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 17:40:00 +0000

Studying wellbeing science as part of their courses could be a key way of improving how today’s students cope with the barrage of stressors they face, according to research.

The Solar OASIS: Clean, green, reliable electricity for village as first Active Building in India opens

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:18:00 +0000

A village in rural India will now get clean, reliable electricity for the first time, thanks to a newly opened Active Building, similar to those pioneered in Swansea, which generates, stores and releases its own solar power.

Call for breastfeeding data collection to measure medicine impact

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:02:00 +0000

A new paper from Swansea University in collaboration with ConcePTION, an Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) has called for breastfeeding data to be routinely collected in healthcare databases so that the long-term impacts of medicines taken by women during pregnancy and when breastfeeding, can be better understood.

University expertise to help new “Living Building” residents in Swansea to grow their own food on roof

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 08:35:00 +0000

Swansea University Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Research (CSAR) is a key partner in a pioneering Biophilic Living initiative which will provide a radical new approach to living and working within the city.

New study reveals the public make it more difficult for women to breastfeed

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:04:00 +0000

Disapproval or even disgust from the general public is one of the reasons why some women are reluctant to breastfeed outside of the home, according to researchers.

Swansea University collaborates with world’s largest women’s university to boost energy sector

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 18:45:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the largest women's university in the world to deliver a joint programme that will empower young Saudi female scholars within the energy sector.

Winners of the inaugural Chancellor’s Award announced

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 12:56:00 +0000

Swansea University celebrated the achievements of the three winners of its inaugural Chancellor’s Award, during graduation ceremonies held in Swansea Arena.

Marine biology expert caps Swansea career with PhD on seal behaviour

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:28 +0000

A marine biology student who chose Swansea University for his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees has now made it a hat-trick by graduating with a PhD in Biological Sciences.

Breaking the mould – Jessica’s stellar success shows ASC doesn’t hold her back

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:30:00 +0000

A woman who is amongst the first in her family to go to university, and who has Asperger's Syndrome and ADHD, has paid tribute to all who supported her, encouraging others to follow in her wake, as she graduated with a master’s degree – with distinction - in History at Swansea University.

Experts unite to mark £2m boost for Supercomputing Wales

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 16:15:00 +0000

Data experts, technology suppliers and policymakers have gathered to celebrate the power and future of supercomputing in Wales.

Swansea University at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod 2022

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:12:00 +0000

Swansea University is sponsoring Y Babell Lên (The Literary Tent) at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod from 30 July to 6 August 2022.

Paramedic Michelle became kidney donor while working and studying through pandemic

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0000

A Barry woman is celebrating her graduation today which marks the culmination of an academic, professional and personal journey where she qualified as a Paramedic while working for the NHS through the pandemic and became part of a kidney donation exchange that helped her grandniece recover from serious illness.

Carol Vorderman maths bursaries of £2000 are open to all students - including those applying through clearing

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 12:20:00 +0000

Nine Carol Vorderman Maths Access Bursaries - worth £2000 each - are on offer to all students applying to do Mathematics at Swansea University, including those who apply through clearing.

Student in recovery from eating disorder celebrates graduation

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:22:00 +0000

A woman who has struggled with poor mental health and an eating disorder, is today celebrating as she graduates from Swansea University with an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science.

How new bacterial species discovered in Asian soil could help battle against antibiotic resistance

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 16:58:00 +0000

Swansea University experts have helped identify several news species of bacteria growing in arid Asian soil which could play a key role in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Teenager’s tragic death inspired her mum to degree success and a new career

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:03:00 +0000

A mature student who suffered a devastating family tragedy during her degree course has now successfully graduated and dedicated her success to her late daughter.

Primary schools in Wales encouraged to take part in sun safety study

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:06:00 +0000

A researcher motivated by her son’s sunburn on a school sports day is encouraging primary schools across Wales to help develop sun safety guidelines for the spring and summer terms.

Swansea lecturer recognised for making a significant difference to students’ university life

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:56:00 +0000

A Swansea University lecturer who has provided immeasurable support to his students has been recognised with a prestigious award by the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.

Delegates share expertise at Artificial Intelligence conference

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 12:12:00 +0000

Doctoral researchers and academics linked to two Centres of Doctoral Training (CDT) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science came together to share ideas at the 2022 Artificial Intelligence Conference.

How steel in our buildings can generate clean energy – new University and Tata Steel collaboration

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:17:00 +0000

Solar roofing panels which are greener, lighter, cheaper and flexible, and which can be printed on the steel used in buildings, are the focus of a new three-year research collaboration between Swansea experts and Tata Steel UK.

Study reveals factors affecting public attitude towards Covid and the new normal

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:53:00 +0000

Partygate, a lack of media coverage and the perception that the virus is now milder could all affect future compliance with Covid guidance.

Researchers to develop digital solutions for defects in large-scale concrete construction

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:33:00 +0000

A team of researchers at Swansea University have been awarded £322,000 to develop digital solutions to reduce concrete construction defects.

UK MS Register celebrates 10th anniversary with £2m funding boost

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:48:00 +0000

The UK Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Register is not only celebrating a decade of vital data collection and research, it has also secured another £2 million of funding.

Chemistry expert secures Humboldt Foundation funding to recruit scientists for nanomaterials research

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:15:00 +0000

An expert in nanomaterials who is based in Swansea and Germany has secured around £250,000 of funding from the Humboldt Foundation to recruit early-career scientists to join his research team.

Swansea University Wins Prestigious AGCAS Award for Excellence 2022

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University Employability Academy (SEA) has won the Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity category at this year's Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) Awards for Excellence.

Record number of Swansea University students compete in Commonwealth Games

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:21:00 +0000

Seven current Swansea University students and three graduates are set to compete at this summer’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

University launches new anti-grooming animation aimed at keeping children safe online

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:48:00 +0000

A new animation and report recommendations, developed by Swansea University’s online safety DRAGON-S project, will provide vital tools to assist with anti-grooming training.

Climate change will increase chances of wildfire globally – but humans can still help reduce the risk

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 14:01:00 +0000

New research published today highlights how the risk of wildfire is not only rising globally due to climate change, but already at a pace faster than climate models have predicted.

Dream role for Egypt Centre’s new head

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

A childhood visit to a museum not only triggered Ken Griffin’s lifelong passion for Egyptology, it has also led to him landing his perfect job.

Children younger within the school year are more likely to be treated for ADHD

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:50:00 +0000

Children younger within the school year are more likely to be treated for ADHD which suggests immaturity may influence diagnosis.

Swansea University ranked 15th best university in the UK in StudentCrowd Awards

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:08:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked as the 15^th best university in the UK in the StudentCrowd University Awards 2022, and has claimed the 20^th position in the Students’ Union category.

Carbon capture research helps industry tackle carbon emissions

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:48:00 +0000

A collaboration between researchers at the Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University and insulation producer ROCKWOOL Limited has seen the installation of a new carbon dioxide demonstration unit at the company’s manufacturing plant in Bridgend, South Wales.

Swansea to lead international research network on violent online political extremism

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:55:00 +0000

Swansea University is to take on the leading role in an international research network, established in 2014 with EU funding, that studies online extremism and terrorism and responses to them.

University’s Egypt Centre in running for top museum award

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:02:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Egypt Centre has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, it was announced today.

How terrorists use social media, and how to counter the threat – Swansea hosts international expert conference

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:06:00 +0000

A sustainable approach to food pest control - Swansea to host major international expert conference

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:18:00 +0000

Feeding a growing population while reducing the environmental impact is an urgent challenge, but a major international conference at Swansea University will help by bringing together experts in integrated pest management. They will discuss new approaches to managing insect pests which will cut reliance on harmful chemical insecticides.

Safety boost as Singleton Park gets extra lighting

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:50:00 +0000

Singleton Park is set to get a new stretch of lighting to help keep students and staff safe.

Swansea University Academics Recognised as Top Women in Engineering

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University's Professor Serena Margadonna has been named one of the UK's Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) by the Women's Engineering Society (WES).

Swansea University launches new Welsh language and culture strategy

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:36:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched a new five-year strategy outlining its ambitions and aspirations to continue its work of ensuring a prominent place for the Welsh language within the institution and the local community.

S4 report on the findings of the first 10 years of their science outreach programme

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:52:00 +0000

An analysis carried out by Swansea University Science for School Scheme (S4), a widening access STEM outreach programme established in 2012, has found that it is having a positive impact on young people from poorer areas by improving their career aspirations, and opinions on studying science at university.

University’s £2m boost to help turn bright ideas into global opportunities

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has won more than £2 million of funding to continue the drive forward the impact of its wide-ranging research and innovation.

Shortlist announced for the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:34:00 +0000

A trainee schoolteacher, a Costa Short Story Prize finalist, and an author whose work has been broadcast on BBC Radio 4, are among the 12 authors shortlisted for the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition.

Swansea University sponsors Swansea City’s away shirt for 2022-23

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Swansea University will be Swansea City’s front of away shirt partner and will sponsor the club’s travel and training wear for the forthcoming 2022-23 season.

UKRI Award for Technocamps

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:30:00 +0000

Technocamps has been awarded a UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) STEM Inspiration Award for Outstanding Contribution to Widening Participation, Diversity and Inclusion in STEM.

Vision for Swansea as centre for natural products is a step closer

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 11:24:00 +0000

The Swansea region could become a centre for natural products – from biopesticides to natural alternatives in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals – as funding has just been confirmed for a feasibility study into setting up a new hub to support research and businesses in this fast-growing sector.

Swansea University celebrates the life and work of Ludwig Wittgenstein with series of events

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:39:00 +0000

The life and work of Ludwig Wittgenstein, the Austrian-British philosopher regarded by many as the greatest philosopher of the 20^th century, is to be celebrated with a series of events hosted by Swansea University in partnership with the Austrian Cultural Forum London and the Wittgenstein Initiative in June 2022.

Updated book examines today’s key tourism issues

Tue, 31 May 2022 12:31:00 +0000

The issues now facing visitor attractions around the world are explored in the latest edition of a book edited by a Swansea University tourism expert.

New Charter to promote sustainable travel in Swansea Bay

Mon, 30 May 2022 12:27:00 +0000

Swansea University hosted the launch of the Swansea Bay Healthy Travel Charter, signed by 11 leading organisations from across the region.

Swansea University announces GwyddonLe programme at the Denbighshire Urdd Eisteddfod 2022

Thu, 26 May 2022 12:39:00 +0000

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022

Wed, 25 May 2022 08:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has ranked within the top 200 in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.

Documentary project unites University and community to put spotlight on Gower

Tue, 24 May 2022 17:17:00 +0000

A unique film project which brought together Swansea University students, staff and the community to showcase the beauty of Gower will be officially launched next month.

Research and Innovation Awards mark Swansea University’s first major celebration since 2020

Tue, 24 May 2022 10:23:00 +0000

The breadth of Swansea University’s world-leading research was put in the spotlight at the Research and Innovation Awards 2022, with fourteen projects named as winners.

New study searching for Welsh speakers living in care

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:56:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher is on the hunt for help to carry out a unique study into older Welsh speakers’ experience of care.

Research conference set to boost Swansea’s partnership with Grenoble and its European links

Thu, 19 May 2022 14:04:00 +0000

Swansea’s European links and research across the breadth of the institution will be strengthened when researchers working in Swansea and France meet in July, as part of a flourishing partnership with Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA).

Swansea University Employability Academy Shortlisted in Prestigious Careers and Employability Awards

Wed, 18 May 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Swansea University Employability Academy (SEA) has been nominated for five awards at the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) Awards for Excellence 2022.

Sun safety for children – new research will explore the role of primary schools in preventing skin cancer

Wed, 18 May 2022 14:00:00 +0000

With skin cancer rates rising, much of it preventable, a new research project is to explore the role of primary schools in Wales and assess the effectiveness of sun safety policies in protecting children. The results will help improve prevention of skin cancer in Wales and beyond.

Health checks make life-saving difference for people with a learning disability

Wed, 18 May 2022 10:54:00 +0000

Welsh researchers have found that health checks help improve survival for people with a learning disability, especially those with autism or Down’s syndrome.

Funding to help semiconductor innovation achieve Net Zero ambitions

Mon, 16 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000

A new research and innovation facility based at Swansea University has received a funding boost of nearly £2.5m to host a project that will trial innovative emission reduction strategies for the semiconductor industry to help the sector deliver on Net Zero ambitions.

Patricia Lockwood wins 2022 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize with debut novel

Thu, 12 May 2022 19:45:00 +0000

American poet, novelist and essayist Patricia Lockwood has been awarded one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for her debut novel, No One Is Talking About This (Bloomsbury Publishing).

REF2021: Swansea University increases proportion of world-leading and internationally excellent research

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:19:00 +0000

The publication of the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF2021) results today (12 May) shows that Swansea University has improved the proportion of its world-leading and internationally excellent research. In the 2021 assessment, 86% of the University’s overall research was rated as 4*, (world-leading) or 3* (internationally excellent) - up from 80% in the previous REF exercise in 2014.

Detecting viruses in a pinprick

Wed, 11 May 2022 16:20:00 +0000

Scientists at Swansea University, Biovici Ltd and the National Physical Laboratory have developed a method to detect viruses in very small volumes.

Public health professor becomes Fellow of Academy of Medical Sciences

Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University public health expert has been honoured by the prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences.

Seeing more species at the coast improves wellbeing – new research underlines benefits of biodiversity

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Seeing a larger number of species on urban coastlines - from marine animals to seaweed - is likely to improve the wellbeing of local people and visitors, new research from a team at Swansea University has revealed. The findings provide further evidence that biodiversity brings wide-ranging benefits.

Education and earning potential hold the key to online dating popularity

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:32:00 +0000

Money can’t buy you love but it does make your profile more attractive when it comes to online dating. New research has revealed that level of education and income are particularly important, especially for men.

Swansea University at Hay Festival

Mon, 09 May 2022 12:28:00 +0000

Queer short stories from Wales, the everyday voices of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the winning title of this year’s Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize are among the subjects set to delight audiences at the 35^th Hay Festival between 26 May - 5 June.

New study suggests four in 10 in need of social care in Wales did not access services during the pandemic

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:01:00 +0000

As many as four in 10 people in Wales who may have needed social care did not access its services during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new report.

Special International Day of the Midwife award for Welsh midwives

Thu, 05 May 2022 16:24:00 +0000

Four midwives had special reason to celebrate this year’s International Day of the Midwife – it saw them being the first ever winners of a prestigious new honour.

New research shows how surfing may boost wellbeing of brain injury survivors

Wed, 04 May 2022 15:43:00 +0000

Generations of surfers know there’s nothing like catching the perfect wave, but now new research has looked at just how beneficial the power of the sea can be.

Swansea University academics honoured by Learned Society of Wales

Tue, 03 May 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Eight Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

Swansea University Student Wins Two Awards at Parliamentary Science Competition

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:58:00 +0000

A chemistry PhD researcher has won two prizes at STEM for BRITAIN, a major scientific poster competition held at Parliament, which aims to give politicians “an insight into the outstanding research work being undertaken in UK universities by early-career researchers.”

Pan-Wales institute works to promote the health and wellbeing of the nation

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +0000

The unique challenges facing health and wellbeing as we emerge from the pandemic into a new era have been highlighted in a new annual report launched today.

Partners ready to deliver research and innovation opportunities

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:39:00 +0000

Hywel Dda University Health Board and Swansea University will work together to help improve the health and well-being of communities in the three counties under a new agreement.

Swansea researchers develop new method to stop a molecule from rotating using ultra-low energy

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:27:00 +0000

Swansea researchers have developed a new method to stop a molecule from rotating using ultra-low energy, shedding new light on molecule-surface interactions.

Ancient oak trees to shed light on the climate of the past 4500 years

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:56:00 +0000

Researchers will soon be able to reconstruct the climate of north-west Europe including the UK over the last 4500 years, and to date wooden buildings and objects more accurately, by analysing the chemistry of ancient oak trees, through a new Swansea-led project just selected for €3 million in European funding.

Researcher wins international funding to help pioneer diabetes care

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:16:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher’s pioneering work in the field of diabetes has helped earn her a major funding boost.

Insufficient menstrual cycle education provided in UK schools, study finds

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:05:00 +0000

Menstrual cycle education in UK schools is inconsistent and inadequate, and teachers feel they lack time, confidence, and subject knowledge, according to new research led by Swansea University.

Swansea University shortlisted for Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2022

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has been shortlisted in the Outreach and Widening Participation Submission Award category of this year’s Whatuni Student Choice Awards.

Castell Howell and Swansea Arena to sponsor Swansea University for Welsh Varsity

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:15:00 +0000

Welsh food wholesaler Castell Howell and the new Swansea Arena will be the principal sponsors for Swansea University at this year’s Welsh Varsity returns.

Swansea’s student entrepreneurs boost their business ideas with Big Pitch

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Entrepreneurial students received a major boost for their business ideas at Swansea University’s annual Big Pitch Competition, sponsored by Santander Universities.

New review finds Autistic mothers face extra barriers to breastfeed

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

A new review by Swansea University, working with the University of Kent and non-profit organisation, Autistic UK, has found that breastfeeding support from midwives and health visitors is often not well suited to meet the needs of Autistic women.

Swansea University partnerships support research to protect and restore rainforests.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:57:00 +0000

Leading researchers within the Faculty of Science and Engineering are continuing a successful partnership with a leading rainforest research programme in Borneo following a new £330,000 research grant.

Swansea University and Aspire2Be collaboration recognised at prestigious awards

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University and Aspire2Be have been recognised as highly commended at the National Undergraduate Employability Awards for their collaborative project, iBroadcast.

QS World University Ranking by Subject 2022: Swansea University achieves its best ranking

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:40:00 +0000

Swansea University has delivered its best-ever performance in a leading global university ranking by subject released today.

New Research Project Takes Steps Towards a Circular Economy

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:50:00 +0000

A research project aimed at bringing a truly circular economy one step closer, has received a £1.2 million research grant from the Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC).

Swansea student wins £1,000 in Dealer Tech Competition

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:45:00 +0000

A Swansea University student has won £1,000 in a competition for his idea to create an online database for suppliers, manufacturers and dealerships in the automotive industry.

Swansea academic awarded best thesis prize

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 12:19:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has won the Agronomy Best PhD Thesis Awards for his research to establish a new combination of methods for the earlier detection of plant disease in food crops, which could have global economic and environmental impact.

University joins in special celebration of Swansea’s support for migrants

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:11:00 +0000

Swansea University is playing a key role in helping shape youngsters’ knowledge about migration at a unique new city exhibition.

Under-represented voices dominate the 2022 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize shortlist

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000

The shortlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – has been announced. From Sri Lanka to Trinidad, Texas, and Ireland via the Middle East, this year’s shortlist features a powerful, international collection of writers who are offering platforms for under-represented voices.

Improving asphalt road pavement using engineered nano mineral composites

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 08:50:00 +0000

A novel and eco-friendly nano asphalt binder has been developed by researchers at Swansea University and the Technical University of Braunschweig.

How fingers could point to a link between low testosterone and Covid hospitalizations

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:25:00 +0000

Could the length of a person’s fingers provide a clue to how ill they might get after contracting Covid-19?

Swansea University signs Technician Commitment

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed the Technician Commitment, joining more than half of UK universities and several research institutions in backing a pledge to support their technicians.

Protecting the Amazon’s giant trees - Swansea geographer's visit gathers key data and secures government commitment

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:30:00 +0000

A Swansea geographer has recently returned from the Amazon with vital data on giant trees of over 80 metres, which she first helped discover in 2018. As a result of this work, the State government in Brazil has pledged to enact a Bill to protect them and their surroundings.

University shines a light on why recycling is so vital

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:22:00 +0000

Swansea University showed its commitment to sustainability by going green to mark Global Recycling Day.

Students’ transatlantic trip to share AI research

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:04:00 +0000

PhD students from Swansea University have been sharing their cutting-edge research into artificial intelligence with colleagues in America.

Multiple sclerosis and marine life research to benefit from Livery Company awards

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 21:41:00 +0000

Two Swansea University researchers have won travel scholarships from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow them to further their research and share it with fellow experts.

Vice-Chancellor's statement on Ukraine

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:31:00 +0000

At Swansea University, we join with universities and academic organisations around the world in condemning unequivocally the Russian state’s decision to invade Ukraine.

Royal visit to life-changing research facility in Swansea

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:38:00 +0000

HRH The Countess of Wessex, patron to The Scar Free Foundation, visited the world-leading facial reconstruction research programme based at Swansea University, meeting patients who could benefit from these ground-breaking studies.

Visit to cultural attaches boosts Swansea’s links with Oman and Qatar

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 10:14:00 +0000

Stronger links with Oman and Qatar were the subject of discussions during a visit by a senior Swansea University delegation to the Cultural Attaches’ offices for both countries in London.

Greener industries - chemical engineers find new ways of reusing carbon to tackle the climate crisis

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:28:00 +0000

Swansea University chemical engineers are finding new ways to capture and reuse carbon by turning it into useful products to help tackle the climate crisis.

New study explores how pollutants indoors impact child health

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 11:58:00 +0000

Scientists at Swansea University have launched a major study to discover how everyday pollutants impact the development and health of fetuses and children.

Covid-19 pandemic increased UK network news coverage of devolved issues, study finds

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000

A new Ofcom-commissioned study has revealed UK network news providers have enhanced their coverage of devolved topics, largely due to the pandemic.

International Women’s Day with Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:50:00 +0000

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson will be speaking about the challenges she has faced and how she has overcome them, following the International Women’s Day 2022’s theme #BreakTheBias.

Storing summer heat to use in winter – new research on thermal energy storage could cut bills and boost renewables

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:23:00 +0000

New technology that could store heat for days or even months, helping the shift towards net zero, is the focus of a new project involving the Active Building Centre Research Programme, led by Swansea University, which has just been awarded funding of £146,000.

Swansea University scientist to present his research in Parliament

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:32:00 +0000

Thomas Spriggs, a PhD research student at Swansea University, is to present his physics research in Parliament, to a panel of expert judges and politicians, as one of the finalists in STEM for Britain 2022.

Swansea University ranked 26th in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:35:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named in the UK’s top 100 most inclusive employers for LGBTQ+ staff, for the sixth time in a row.

Free sessions offer chance to find out more about part-time degree

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:31:00 +0000

If you are looking to return to education or just want to see what it is like to study, Swansea University is offering a series of free sessions to give you first-hand experience.

Swansea University awarded Queen’s anniversary prize for revolutionary renewable energy technology

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:53:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize in recognition of its Materials Science and Engineering research that is leading a revolution in renewable energy technologies, particularly solar electricity and heat generation and storage.

New app helping young people speak out to shape their local community

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 09:19:00 +0000

A new app has just been launched that puts the power to rate and help improve communities in the hands of young people.

Swansea University’s Smart Garments used by elite athletes

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:02:00 +0000

UK Government Minister David TC Davies has visited the £132 million Swansea Bay City Deal Campuses project to see how the technology for Smart Garments has been developed and was used by athletes, including medal winners, in last year’s Tokyo Olympics.

Swansea University helps embed Swansea’s rich industrial heritage into the curriculum

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:25:00 +0000

Swansea University has launched a new digital resource pack for 9-11-year-olds which will help pupils learn about Swansea’s globally significant copper industry while developing their literacy, numeracy and digital competency skills.

Study reveals lockdown impact on youngsters’ mental health

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:45:00 +0000

Young people were the hardest hit as the second Covid-19 lockdown took its toll on the mental health and wellbeing of the Welsh population, new research has revealed.

Covid-19: Study seeks participants to explore public attitudes to social care in Wales

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:09:00 +0000

A Swansea University study is seeking participants to explore public attitudes to social care in Wales following the Covid-19 pandemic.

UK is ‘international outlier’ in its approach to Covid in children, argue experts

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:43:00 +0000

The UK is an ‘international outlier’ in its approach to protecting children from Covid, argue experts in The BMJ today.

University helping to improve medicine safety in early motherhood

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:20:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University and SAIL Databank are playing a key role in a multi-million pound international project to improve the safety of medicines given to mums-to-be and breastfeeding mothers.

Swansea University Professor Named Expertscape Expert in Sedentary Behaviour

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Professor Kelly Mackintosh from Swansea University's School of Sport and Exercise Sciences has been recognised as a world-leading expert in sedentary behaviour.

Diverse and global voices dominate the longlist for the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:46:00 +0000

The international longlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – has been announced. From Sri Lanka to Trinidad, Texas, and Ireland via the Middle East, this year’s longlist features a powerful, international collection of writers who are offering platforms for under-represented voices.

Swansea University leads on first-of-its-kind research exploring gambling and wellbeing in the Royal Air Force

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:56:00 +0000

A new study by Swansea University and the RAF Benevolent Fund has been published, exploring wellbeing issues among serving RAF personnel, with a key focus on problem gambling, alcohol use and mental health.

Swansea University appoints Registrar and Chief Operating Officer

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:29:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced the appointment of Niamh Lamond as Registrar and Chief Operating Officer, following a competitive external recruitment process. Niamh has been covering the role in an interim capacity since July 2021 and will now continue in post on a permanent basis.

£17m funding for collaborative data research in Wales

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:29:00 +0000

An initiative involving Swansea University that has transformed how data can be used to provide insight into social and economic issues in Wales will continue, thanks to an investment of almost £17 million.

University praised for pioneering work championing the importance of a circular economy

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:15:00 +0000

Swansea University’s commitment to promoting a circular economy has led to it winning international recognition.

Scientists use GPS to track baboon troop's movement in urban spaces for the first time

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:16:00 +0000

In a unique study, researchers from Swansea University (UK) and the University of Cape Town in South Africa have used GPS collars to study the collective behaviour of a troop of baboons living on the outskirts of the City of Cape Town.

Welsh Varsity returns after two-year hiatus

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:45:00 +0000

Following a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the date for the 2022 Welsh Varsity between Cardiff and Swansea Universities has been confirmed.

Gaining public support for COVID-19 policies: politicians polarise, but experts are trusted

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:28:00 +0000

Policies to tackle COVID-19 are more likely to get broad public support if they are proposed by experts or bipartisan coalitions, rather than by politicians from only one party, a new study of seven countries involving a Swansea University academic has shown.

Experts emphasise the role of wellbeing in human health

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:59:00 +0000

The importance of wellbeing and its role in health has been highlighted in a new paper by Swansea University academics.

Babies to benefit from first milk bank hub in Wales

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University and Swansea Bay University Health Board have launched a new partnership with the Human Milk Foundation (HMF) that will see a donor milk bank hub in Wales for the first time.

Swansea University academics support NASA mission with mapping of dams across rivers

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

A new spatial database of dams and other river obstructions built partially or fully across the world's largest rivers has been published.

Study into link between mental health and substance abuse issues on young people’s mortality

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 06:30:00 +0000

Young people with a history of mental health and drink and drug issues are more likely to die than those with a mental illness or who use substances alone.

Professor in Public Health recognised in New Year’s Honours

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 11:09:00 +0000

A public health expert recognised by the Queen says his honour is a reflection of just how highly the work of Swansea University’s SAIL Databank is regarded.

Experts say pupils’ wellbeing affected by online learning during lockdown

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 15:18:00 +0000

Secondary school children struggled to concentrate and engage with schoolwork in the move to online learning during lockdown, negatively affecting their confidence and wellbeing, according to a new study.

The impact of deepfakes on trust in user-generated evidence - €1.5 million grant for Swansea expert

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 10:45:00 +0000

A Swansea law expert has been awarded €1.5 million to examine how public perceptions of deepfakes – AI-manipulated images, videos or audio – affect trust in user-generated evidence of human rights violations.

Professor Tavi Murray awarded CBE in New Year’s Honour List

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:15:00 +0000

Professor Tavi Murray, Professor of Glaciology in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Swansea University has been awarded a CBE in the New Year’s Honours list for services to Glaciology and Climate Change Research.

Smart charging can save electric vehicle drivers £110 a year - and cut carbon footprint by 20%

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 19:01:00 +0000

Drivers of electric vehicles could save an average of £110 a year - and cut their carbon footprint by 20% - by using “smart charging” to power up their cars at the best possible times, a report by a research team involving Swansea University experts has shown.

Using the Earth’s noise to see beneath the Greenland ice sheet – new research gives most detailed picture yet

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:08:00 +0000

The noise created by the Earth’s movements has been used to build up a detailed picture of the geological conditions beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet and the impact on ice flow, in new research led by Swansea University.

Joint bid secures PhD funding to research Welsh and the New Curriculum in the Early Years.

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 08:58:00 +0000

Swansea University has successfully secured funding for a PhD to research a topic relating to the Early Years and the New Curriculum following a joint bid with Cardiff Metropolitan University and Mudiad Meithrin, a charity specialising in childcare and early years in Wales.

Swansea University awarded £2.4 million renewal funding for world-class dementia data repository

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 11:10:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded £2.4 million in funding to continue and develop the Dementias Platform UK (DPUK) Data Portal - a world-class data repository for dementia research.

2022 Rhys Davies short story competition open for entries

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

The distinguished national Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for writers from, or living in, Wales is now open for entries.

Single mother who fought on COVID-19 frontline celebrates master's degree with daughters

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 17:00:00 +0000

A nurse of fourteen years has advanced her career with a master's degree at Swansea University, all while being a single mother to two young children and working on the frontline.

Swansea named as top 10 UK university for environmental performance

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 12:09:00 +0000

Swansea University is one of the top ten universities in the UK for environmental and ethical issues, the new league table compiled by People and Planet, published by The Guardian, has revealed.

Chevening Scholar overcomes COVID-19 setbacks to graduate with human rights degree

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

An international student has graduated with distinction from Swansea University, despite COVID-19 restrictions preventing him from travelling to the UK at the start of his degree.

Swansea’s Richard Burton Archives retains accreditation status

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:47:00 +0000

The Richard Burton Archives at Swansea University, which holds material of local, regional and national significance, has retained accreditation status in recognition of its high standards, both in looking after valuable records, and in making them available to researchers and the wider community.

Finding the right formula project focusses on feeding babies safely

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:31:00 +0000

A collaborative community science project developed between parents and researchers to assess the safety of powdered infant formula preparation techniques in the home has been launched by Swansea University and independent public health nutrition charity, First Steps Nutrition Trust.

Swansea University alumnus Professor Lyn Evans named Institute of Physics Honorary Fellow

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Renowned Welsh physicist Professor Lyn Evans has been appointed an Institute of Physics 2021 Honorary Fellow.

Study introduces framework to understand new class of curved lattice materials

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:35:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University has introduced a framework to calculate the material properties of a new class of two-dimensional curved hexagonal lattices that could be used in the production of improved mechanical metamaterials found in bio-engineering, stretchable electronics, impact absorption and soft robots.

Swansea University awarded Queen’s Anniversary Prize for revolutionary renewable energy technologies

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 17:59:00 +0000

Swansea animal movement expert awarded prestigious medal for scientific contribution

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:55:00 +0000

Professor Emily Shepard, an expert in the movement ecology of wild animals, has been awarded the prestigious Zoological Society of London (ZSL) Scientific Medal, in recognition of her outstanding research.

£1.73m additional funding to expand project in semiconductor technology and applications

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 10:15:00 +0000

The Welsh Government has announced additional funding of £1.73 million for a project, which involves Swansea University and partners, developing world-leading semiconductor process technologies. Applications include autonomous vehicles, novel devices for clean energy, future mobility, artificial intelligence, advanced packaging, and biosensors and wearable sensors.

How school attendance data could play crucial role in targeting mental health support for pupils

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 23:55:00 +0000

Poor school attendance impacts a child’s future, not just through their educational achievement but also socially and developmentally.

Swansea University academics use pandemic to reach out to schools with innovative game

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Academics and students from Swansea University have used experiences and knowledge of the Covid-19 pandemic to develop an interactive and innovative game.

Rainforests of the sea - new guide to help restore seagrass involves Swansea expert team

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 09:15:00 +0000

A team of conservation scientists, including 11 Swansea University researchers, have published a landmark guide to support efforts to restore seagrass beds, which capture carbon more quickly than rainforests do.

Parental depression is associated with worse childhood mental health and educational attainment - new study

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 09:12:00 +0000

Children who live with a parent who has depression are more likely to develop depression and to not achieve educational milestones, according to a new study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Sinead Brophy of Swansea University and colleagues.

Swansea University's annual Zienkiewicz Lecture returns with online public lecture on the challenges of delivering net zero

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +0000

On Wednesday, 24 November, Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering will host its fifth Zienkiewicz Lecture, with special guest Baroness Brown of Cambridge DBE FREng FRS, Julia King.

Software to reduce emergency hospital admissions - Welsh GPs report mixed experiences on usability and benefit for patients

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:03:00 +0000

A software tool meant to help reduce emergency hospital admissions is of limited use and benefit to patients, a new study of GPs’ views and experiences has revealed.

The 100% recyclable meat tray – new packaging does away with throwaway absorbent pads

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 06:32:00 +0000

A Swansea researcher has invented a new type of plastic packaging for raw meat which avoids the need for non-recyclable pads inside the trays to soak up the juices, meaning the whole of the packaging tray can now be recycled.

Swansea University Media Students Cover Key Global Issues During Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges Summit

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Students from Swansea University’s Department of Media and Communications have been given the rare opportunity to experience the reality of a live newsroom.

Inaugural Global Drug Policy Index released

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:30:00 +0000

The inaugural edition of the Global Drug Policy Index (GDPI), released on 8 November 2021 by the International Drug Policy Consortium, ranks Norway, New Zealand, Portugal, the UK and Australia as the five leading countries on humane and health-driven drug policies.

Volunteer wins top award for her commitment to sharing the wonders of Egypt Centre

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +0000

A long-standing volunteer has been honoured for her dedication to Swansea University’s award-winning Egypt Centre.

Swansea University chosen as one of four hubs for Being Human 2021, the UK’s only national festival of the humanities

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:56:00 +0000

Being Human Festival 2021 will return between 11-20 November with Swansea University featuring as one of four UK hubs for the seventh consecutive year.

Researcher welcomed back to share expertise at virtual summit

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:22:00 +0000

Swansea University research into therapeutic treatments for ovarian cancer will be highlighted to a global audience at a virtual online conference next week.

Professor receives prestigious award from Danish university

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 14:30:00 +0000

An international collaboration involving Swansea experts will boost pioneering research into how exercise can benefit stroke patients.

International meetings set to bring AI experts together to develop research

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 16:05:00 +0000

Artificial intelligence experts from Swansea University will be sharing their knowledge with international peers at a series of special events, kicking off this month.

Triple awards success for University diabetes expert

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 17:35:00 +0000

A Swansea University diabetes expert was named a three-time winner at a major UK healthcare awards.

City exhibition showcases how youngsters want to Be Seen

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:48:00 +0000

A unique exhibition featuring virtual reality artwork created by young people to express their feelings about their mental health is being held in Swansea this month.

University sharing expertise as part of transatlantic research project

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 18:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has joined landmark international project examining the history and politics of deindustrialisation.

Lack of clarity in government messaging could lead to low public compliance if restrictions are reintroduced, expert warns

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0000

As health leaders call on the UK Government to implement Covid-19 contingency plans, a leading Covid-19 behavioural expert from Swansea University has warned that clear messaging from the UK and devolved governments will be essential to ensure high public compliance if additional measures are introduced.

Leading the switch to net zero industry: new £20 million facility to help develop a green economy in Wales

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 05:19:00 +0000

South Wales is set to build on its strength and expertise in steel and metals innovation with the launch of a new £20 million facility to help industry in the region create a low-carbon future.

New study reveals UK military veterans with gambling problems have higher social and economic costs of around £600 per person

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0000

A new study has revealed UK Armed Forces veterans experiencing problem gambling cost society more in terms of their higher use of health and social care services, brushes with the police, loss of working hours, welfare benefits and heavier debt burden.

University welcomes back charity beach walk

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:38:00 +0000

A beach walk to raise money and awareness of suicide in young people returns to Swansea this weekend.

Study highlights possible protective impact of breast milk and amniotic fluid on coronavirus variant in pregnant women and newborns

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000

New collaborative research from Swansea University and the University of Aberdeen has identified potential protective effects in breast milk and amniotic fluid against SARS-CoV-2.

Latest wellbeing survey offers chance to share your pandemic experiences

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:24:00 +0000

A pioneering study examining the impact of Covid-19 on the mental health and wellbeing of Welsh people is appealing for more information from the public.

Ecology expert helping to highlight devastating loss of biodiversity in UK

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 09:17:00 +0000

A Swansea University ecologist is part of the team behind an important new online tool which reveals just how the biodiversity of regions has changed over time.

Prize-winning pupils share their vision for the future of University

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:05:00 +0000

Swansea University’s commitment to encourage youngsters with a passion for learning has been highlighted once again at this year’s Swansea Science Festival.

Aerial scanning can help protect food crops against devastating disease

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 14:12:00 +0000

Virulent diseases which devastate food crops like coffee, almond, citrus and grapevines with serious global economic and environmental consequences, could be controlled by large-scale aerial scanning, says new collaborative research involving Swansea University.

Developing rugby players – new England framework draws on Swansea sport scientist’s expertise

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:34:00 +0000

A new framework for developing rugby players of all levels, launched by England’s Rugby Football Union (RFU), has drawn on the expertise of a Swansea sport scientist.

New report demands action to address mental health inequalities faced by Deaf community

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:48:00 +0000

Deaf people in Wales are experiencing significant mental health inequalities because there is a lack of accessible services, no specialist Deaf mental health service in Wales and limited training about Deaf issues for health and care workers, according to a new report.

Child health expert shortlisted for top research honour

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:45:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic is in the running for a nationwide award for her pioneering work in the field of child health and education during her PhD.

Professor becomes clean air champion for Wales

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:02:00 +0000

A Swansea University expert has been named as one of the UK’s latest clean air champions.

University gains double recognition for its outstanding green spaces

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:03:00 +0000

Swansea University has once again been named among the country’s best green spaces.

World Sight Day: Supporting sight impaired people in the post pandemic world

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 00:01:00 +0000

To mark World Sight Day (14 October), a new report by a Swansea University research team has revealed that blind and sight impaired people still face barriers that prevent them from fully utilising digital services.

Swansea University student nurses in running for top honours

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:38:00 +0000

The outstanding nurse training offered at Swansea University has once again been highlighted at this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards.

Craft brewery set to use microalgae to reduce CO2 emissions

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:06:00 +0000

Swansea University bioscientists have teamed up with a West Wales microbrewery to help it reduce its CO₂ emissions.

Swansea University announces line up for the 2021 Swansea Science Festival

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000

October will see the return of the Swansea Science Festival, hosted by Swansea University, in partnership with the National Waterfront Museum.

Six Swansea projects funded as part of £6.5 million for life-saving research in Wales

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:53:00 +0000

Six Swansea University researchers have been awarded funding by Health and Care Research Wales, to investigate topics ranging from sun safety policies in primary schools to the impact of COVID-19 on people with epilepsy.

Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research launches app to support digital inclusion of older persons

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 13:58:00 +0000

The Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR) have launched their first app, in support of the International Day of Older Persons.

Welsh science world-leading in addressing the biggest challenges facing the planet

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:41:00 +0000

Wales may be a small country, but it punches above its weight in the quality and the quantity of the research it carries out. A new report highlights the particular strength of Welsh science in contributing to efforts to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Current and former world leaders to open Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges Summit

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:01:00 +0000

Swansea University has today (30^th September) announced the speakers who will participate during the opening day of the inaugural Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges Summit, which runs from 8^th to 10^th November.

Swansea technology helps power top British athletes to Tokyo success

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:25:00 +0000

British athletes in Tokyo, including top medal winners, used wearable technology designed by Swansea University experts, with a printed carbon ink heater to keep their muscles warm before competing.

New course to explore the world of Egyptian textiles

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:06:00 +0000

Explore with Me: Textiles and Ancient Egypt

The 10-week course is available to anyone and will explore the different methods of textile design that were used in Ancient Egypt.

Medical School student’s success in prestigious writing challenge

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:03:00 +0000

An initiative aimed at promoting the knowledge available at your local pharmacy proved the perfect inspiration for a Swansea University student’s award-winning success.

Public torn over Covid-19 booster jabs and flu vaccinations

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000

New research by a Swansea University expert has highlighted how torn members of the public are over the issue of Covid-19 booster vaccines and the flu vaccine.

Swansea University introduces free course for adult learners seeking a change in direction

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0000

As part of Adult Learners Week (20 - 26 September 2021), Swansea University will be holding a free course encouraging adults to develop new skills.

Inaugural Hywel Teifi Memorial Scholarship winner announced

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 14:10:00 +0000

Alpha Evans of Lampeter has won the inaugural £3,000 Hywel Teifi Memorial Scholarship.

Swansea University to host International Entrepreneurship Conference

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 10:46:00 +0000

Swansea University are delighted to announce that we will be hosting the International Entrepreneurship Educators Conference (IEEC) 2022.

Swansea retains its UK top 25 position in the Guardian University Guide 2022

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has retained its UK top 25 position in the prestigious Guardian University Guide, ranking 24^th nationally and is once again top in Wales in the latest 2022 edition, published on Saturday 11 September.

Hillary Rodham Clinton to convene Global Challenges Summit with Swansea University

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 08:40:00 +0000

Swansea University will host the inaugural Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges Summit in November.

Swansea-born writer wins Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:40:00 +0000

Naomi Paulus has won the 2021 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for her story Take a Bite, a “delightful, wistful, satisfying piece” in which a young woman, Rhian, returns home to the voices and rituals of her mother and aunts for an important family event.

University secures extra places to train more medical students

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has been able to offer additional places on its graduate entry medicine programme as part of a government investment to increase the number of doctors being trained in Wales.

Swansea University graduate named as finalist in prestigious alumni awards

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University alumnus Dr Daniel Bassey has been selected as a global finalist in the British Council Study UK Alumni Awards 2021.

Education leaders urged to prioritise social interaction after Welsh youngsters have their say

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:44:00 +0000

They may be seen as the ones least vulnerable to transmission and the negative health impacts of Covid-19, but pandemic restrictions disrupted young people’s education, physical activity and opportunities to socialise.

Swansea University doctoral student named one of Top 50 Women in Engineering

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0000

Caitlin McCall, an engineering doctoral student from Swansea University, has been named one of 2021’s Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) by the Women's Engineering Society (WES).

£700k support to expand primary care medical training in West Wales

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:33:00 +0000

A Swansea University initiative dedicated to creating the next generation of Welsh medical professionals has been given a major boost by Welsh Government.

“Best day I have ever had” – Technocamps STEM Academy delights and inspires pupils after school closures

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:09:00 +0000

As part of Technocamps’ STEM Academy this Summer, the Welsh Government-funded outreach project hosted a week of fun activities in Swansea to inspire, motivate and engage young people in STEM subjects.

Bird malaria spreading via global hotspots

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 09:35:00 +0000

Bird species across the globe are suffering and dying from a type of malaria and, while these strains are not infectious to humans, they’re spreading quickly through global transmission hotspots.

Wildlife thriving at new community garden

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 18:13:00 +0000

A community garden created with help from Swansea University bioscientists has blossomed into a magnet for wildlife.

Reducing direct contacts can help lower risk of Covid transmission and help keep schools open

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0000

The more direct contacts primary school staff had with people outside their household, the greater the likelihood of Covid-19 cases in school and self-reported symptoms, such as colds.

Closing educational engagement gap for young carers is key to improving health and wellbeing of future generations

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In collaboration with Swansea University, a new study published today by Public Health Wales evidences the negative impact that caring responsibilities have on educational participation in those aged 16-22, and how this has the greatest impact on those living in the most deprived areas.

Trans and DSD athletes - Swansea experts at forefront of research on eligibility criteria

Tue, 24 May 2022 08:08:00 +0000

Elite athletes who are trans gender, like New Zealand Olympic weightlifter Laurel Hubbard, or have differences in sex development (DSD), like South African runner Caster Semenya, have been in the global spotlight.

Venom contributed to the species diversity of insects and fishes

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:45:00 +0000

The extraordinary diversity of insects and fishes, the most species-rich invertebrate and vertebrate groups in the animal kingdom, is partly due to the origin of venom, a new study of their evolution has revealed.

Carbon capture research gets a boost

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Scientists at the Energy Safety Research Institute of Swansea University have received a boost to their research into climate change solutions following funding from the UK Carbon Capture and Storage Research Centre.

604,000 calls to 999 for Covid in first wave, with care provided varying widely across the UK - national ambulance survey

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:23:00 +0000

Over 600,000 emergency calls to 999 during the first wave of the pandemic were for suspected Covid, with ambulances sent in almost 80% of cases and 43% of patients being conveyed to hospital, a major new survey of UK ambulance services has shown.

How to cut Covid risk in the car - researchers reveal best methods

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 20:15:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University have laid out a step-by-step guide to reduce exposure to the coronavirus when travelling by car, including some important and surprising advice on opening windows.

First responders and NHS staff proved more resilient during early days of pandemic

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 13:04:00 +0000

A new study has revealed first responders and healthcare workers experienced lower levels of psychological distress than the general population during the first lockdown.

New algorithm can help improve cellular materials design

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 08:45:00 +0000

New research published in Scientific Reports has revealed that a simple but robust algorithm can help engineers to improve the design of cellular materials that are used in a variety of diverse applications ranging from defence, bio-medical to smart structures and the aerospace sector.

Study shows public torn over the issue of Covid-19 vaccinations in children

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:35:00 +0000

New research by a Swansea University expert has highlighted just how torn members of the public are over whether children should be offered Covid-19 vaccines.

Student wins £1000 from Santander to support freelance gaming business

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 09:03:00 +0000

A first-year student who also works as a freelance game moderator has won a £1000 award from the Santander UK Freelancer scheme to help support his work.

Shout out for innovative new children’s video about fish migration

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:27:00 +0000

An international team led by Swansea University has come up with a novel way of teaching youngsters about fish migration.

Chemistry researcher’s award to support work that can help improve sustainable technology

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:28:00 +0000

A Swansea chemistry researcher has been awarded a scholarship to support his work on molecules known as “radicals”, which could help improve the efficiency and performance of technologies such as solar cells and batteries.

Outdoor healthcare and greener hospitals – Swansea team to evaluate benefits

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 09:21:00 +0000

Researchers from the School of Psychology have been awarded funding to examine the potential health benefits of creating sustainable eco-friendly hospitals and providing healthcare outdoors.

New ways to support people with long Covid to be evaluated by Swansea experts

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:10:00 +0000

Personalised rehabilitation programmes for patients with long Covid are to be developed as part of a new research project involving Swansea University health economists, which has just been awarded £1.1 million of UK government funding.

University hosts pioneering £2.5m research into 3D bioprinting using human cells

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:26:00 +0000

A world-leading £2.5 million plus research programme to revolutionise surgeons’ ability to reconstruct nose and ear cartilage in patients affected by facial difference has been launched at Swansea University.

Swansea University contributes to Eisteddfod AmGen 2021 online programme

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:28:00 +0000

Swansea University will sponsor the Babell Lên (literary pavilion) and contribute to several online sessions as part of this year’s Eisteddfod AmGen programme.

AgorIP helping to bring psychologist’s book series to a wider audience

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:15:00 +0000

A series of books to help support the psychological needs of people living with diabetes have been given a major boost by experts at Swansea University.

Pharmacist with a passion for healthcare change wins prestigious scholarship

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:07:00 +0000

A pharmacist who grew up in a community where access to basic healthcare supplies was a luxury has secured a scholarship to further her studies at Swansea University.

Remote sensing techniques help treat and manage hollow forests

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 09:45:00 +0000

Using advanced remote sensing techniques can help the early detection of oak tree decline and control many other forest diseases worldwide, says new research from Swansea University.

Swansea student interviews sporting greats while helping others achieve their career goals

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0000

When Robert Yarr left secondary school, he viewed university as purely a necessity. However, with the help of the Swansea Employability Academy (SEA), he has been able to study whilst developing his passion for sports journalism.

A family fun quest across Swansea helping the community explore underwater environments

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:30:00 +0000

Throughout July, FIRE Lab's art-science creations, Underwater Realm, are being exhibited in Swansea's Square Peg Coffee House and mark the starting point of a QR code treasure hunt around the city.

Swansea University ranked 12th in the UK for student satisfaction

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:45:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked 12th for overall student satisfaction in the 2021 National Student Survey (NSS).

Signs of hope for teen mental health but loneliness and anxiety remain high

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:49:00 +0000

The easing of lockdown seems to have helped many British teenagers’ mental health but loneliness and anxiety remain extremely common, according to new research by the Mental Health Foundation and Swansea University.

Nature’s flood defences: coastal wetlands offer more protection than previously thought, new research on estuaries shows

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:35:00 +0000

Coastal wetlands – such as salt marshes - provide even more flood protection than previously thought, reducing the risk to lives and homes in estuaries, a new study has revealed.

David Suchet stars in Swansea professor’s new drama

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Sir David Suchet, star of the famous Poirot TV series takes the lead role in a new drama written by Swansea University’s Director of Creative Writing, Professor David Britton.

New study provides a solution for engineering cellular materials

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 08:55:00 +0000

A new study by a Swansea University academic has announced a new mathematical formula that will help engineers assess the point at which cellular materials, which are used a wide range of applications ranging from aerospace to the construction industry, will bend and buckle.

Report released on the impact of the pandemic on the Welsh language

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 13:53:00 +0000

Swansea University's Academi Hywel Teifi has published a follow-up report to its conference ‘A Worry or an Opportunity: Welsh in the “New Normal”’, which was held in March this year.

Professor becomes first UK winner of prestigious computer education honour

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has received a double accolade for his expertise at teaching Information Systems.

Swansea University student helping to promote race equality in Wales

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:30:00 +0000

A Swansea student is speaking out about her own experiences of racism to help ensure Wales becomes a better place to live.

New film series exploring issues facing Wales to be launched

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:30:00 +0000

A new documentary film series that explores the challenges facing Wales, drawing on academic research, is to be launched at a virtual event - open to all - by a Welsh Government Cabinet Minister.

Festival returns online to share wonders of science

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:45:00 +0000

Swansea University scientists will be sharing their expertise with the community at a special weekend of online events.

Unique digital art project on show at city gallery

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:30:00 +0000

A University art project aimed at highlighting the connection between art and science features in a new exhibition at Swansea’s Mission Gallery.

PhD student wins Swansea University Three Minute Thesis competition with research into combatting MS

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000

A PhD student from Swansea University Medical School has won the Swansea University Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.

Oriel Science inspires pupils' community spirit during first school visit to new exhibition space

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 08:30:00 +0000

Swansea University's Oriel Science has welcomed the first school to visit its new city centre exhibition venue.

Swansea University student and tech experts help Downing Street launch net-zero campaign

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

On 4 June 2021, Llanelli-based tech experts Vindico ICS Ltd represented small businesses at Downing Street to launch Together for Our Planet, a nationwide campaign that will roll out across the UK in the run-up to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in November.

Swansea University appoints Interim Registrar and Chief Operating Officer

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:55:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced the appointment of Niamh Lamond as Interim Registrar and Chief Operating Officer.

New contracts see University remain at the heart of Welsh healthcare education for the future

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 12:14:00 +0000

Swansea University will continue to play a vital role in training the healthcare workforce of the future for the next decade.

University to welcome new Pro-Vice Chancellor with international focus

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:55:00 +0000

Swansea University is to welcome Professor Judith Lamie to its senior leadership team as a new Pro-Vice Chancellor with responsibility for the university’s international portfolio.

Swansea University to hold free event encouraging adults on first steps towards higher education

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

A free event aimed at showing just what a university education could offer is being held in Swansea city centre on Tuesday 6 July.

New technology and partnerships to aid scientists facing critical global challenges

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:46:00 +0000

Swansea University and Diamond Light Source to exploit revolutionary nanoparticle beam technology.

Rhys Davies Short Story Competition shortlist announced

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000

A children’s author, the winner of the inaugural BBC Young Writers Award, and a previous Colm Tóibín International Prize winner are among the 12 authors shortlisted for the 2021 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition.

Pharaohs, crocodile sharks and insect poo – winners of 2021 Research as Art competition announced

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:30:00 +0000

Seventeen stunning images, and the fascinating stories behind them – the surprise finding inside a crocodile shark, Antarctic glaciers on the move, and the unexpected uses of insect poo - have today been revealed as the winners of the 2021 Research as Art competition.

Swansea University hosts major international conference on statues and monuments

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:35:00 +0000

In June 2020, protesters toppled the statue of the slave trader Edward Colston from its plinth in Bristol and debates about controversial statues became front-page news in Wales and around the world. Twelve months on, those issues are the focus of a major international conference organised by academics at Swansea University.

Swansea University scoops silver Diversity and Inclusion Whatuni award

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:43:00 +0000

Swansea University has been recognised for its excellence in diversity and inclusion during the pandemic, winning a silver award in the 2021 Whatuni Student Choice Awards.

Pan-Wales engineering research network secures funding to continue its work

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:45:00 +0000

The pan-Wales research network in advanced engineering and materials, led by a Swansea University Engineering Professor, has received a second round of funding which will allow it to continue its work for a further 2 years.

COVID-19 pandemic: New report details NHS innovation

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 08:50:00 +0000

Report captures learnings and innovative practice emerging from across NHS Wales in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Improving asphalt road pavement with nano-engineered particles

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Warm mix asphalt (WMA) is gaining attention in the asphalt industry as an eco-friendly and sustainable technology.

Football star shares first-hand experience of life with diabetes at online Q&A

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 16:59:00 +0000

Former Swansea City star and USA international footballer Jordan Morris is teaming up with Swansea University to discuss how he manages to combine a career in top-flight sport with type 1 diabetes.

Swansea academic publishes in elite mathematical journal

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:24:00 +0000

A paper by Swansea University’s Grigory Garkusha has just been published by one of the world’s most prestigious mathematical journals.

Medical School set to welcome students as Canadian partnership grows

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 14:32:00 +0000

Swansea University is building on its successful collaboration with Trent University in Canada to launch an additional opportunity for transatlantic study.

Squirty Voter: An innovative COVID-19 compliant way to collect public feedback

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 12:04:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University’s Computational Foundry are sharing a new, low cost invention which combines the concept of traditional public voting machines and automatic hand sanitiser dispensers.

Lecturer honoured for exceptional contribution to pharmacology teaching

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:48:00 +0000

A Swansea University Medical School academic has been honoured for his innovative approach and contribution to teaching.

New partnership launched with University of Canberra in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:16:00 +0000

Sport and exercise science experts from Swansea and the University of Canberra (UC) in Australia have launched an official partnership which will see them collaborate on research, teaching and student exchanges.

Latest QS World University Rankings 2022 see Swansea University climb to 440th

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:38:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named as the world’s 440th best university, according to the latest edition of the world’s leading university ranking and has achieved the largest ranking improvement in Wales this year.

Swansea University breaks into Complete University Guide top 30

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:45:00 +0000

Swansea University has achieved its highest ever position in the Complete University Guide League Tables 2022 – and has broken into the top 30.

New survey to explore the health and wellbeing of headteachers and senior staff during Covid-19

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:31:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University are calling on headteachers and senior leadership staff to complete a survey about their experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Ecotourism expert’s key role at UN World Oceans Day virtual summit

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 18:51:00 +0000

Swansea University ecotourism expert Carl Cater is taking part in global event to mark United Nations World Oceans Day on Tuesday, June 8.

Author Margaret Atwood and poet laureate Simon Armitage join Free virtual programme exploring creative approaches to climate crisis

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Taliesin Arts Centre is to host Everything Change, a series of discussions and events exploring the roles creativity, adaptive thinking and storytelling can play in overcoming the challenges of the climate crisis.

Student volunteers create personalised packs to support local community during pandemic

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:30:00 +0000

As part of their commitment to providing key support throughout the pandemic, Swansea University student volunteers have created activity packs for children, young people, and disabled adults within the community.

New study into green tea’s potential to help tackle Covid-19

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 11:55:00 +0000

As India continues to be ravaged by the pandemic, a Swansea University academic is investigating how green tea could give rise to a drug capable of tackling Covid-19.

Engineering students can’t get to the lab, so tutors send lab to the students

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:32:00 +0000

Engineering students have been getting vital hands-on experience, despite laboratories being off-limits due to COVID, thanks to home lab kits developed and sent out by their lecturers.

Swansea University renews Swans front of shirt sponsorship for 2021-22 season

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:17:00 +0000

Swansea University will renew its front of shirt sponsorship with Swansea City for the forthcoming 2021-22 season.

University experts’ Covid-related research

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 13:02:00 +0000

Swansea University researchers are helping to develop wider understanding of Covid-19 in addition to their important focus on vaccines.

£20k MBA scholarship awarded to outstanding student

Fri, 28 May 2021 12:19:00 +0000

A student from Jamaica has beaten off the challenge of 40 other hopefuls to win a coveted, full £20k scholarship to study at Swansea University.

Professor is new head of Government advisory body

Thu, 27 May 2021 15:10:00 +0000

A leading Swansea University scientist has been appointed to head a key Government advisory committee by Health Secretary Matt Hancock.

Study sheds new light on link between Covid pressures and suicidal thoughts

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:30:00 +0000

New research has revealed more about the impact Covid-19 and lockdown has had on the mental health and wellbeing of people in Wales.

Swansea University announces GwyddonLe-T programme at Urdd Eisteddfod

Wed, 26 May 2021 13:25:00 +0000

Swansea University is sponsoring and coordinating one of the main attractions of the online Urdd Eisteddfod-T once again this year, the GwyddonLe, offering a series of live events, resources, and videos of entertaining educational activities for the whole family.

Hollywood actor Michael sheen joins Swansea University’s programme of events at Hay Festival

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:35:00 +0000

Swansea University will host a series of events at this year’s Hay Festival, which brings writers and readers together for an inspiring array of conversations, debates, workshops and performances online, from Wednesday 26 May to Sunday 6 June.

How vaccine passports, conspiracy theories and Covid echo chambers influence vaccine delay

Thu, 20 May 2021 16:24:00 +0000

A study by researchers from Swansea University shows that conspiracy theories, a distrust in in government and Covid echo chambers are among the factors leading to vaccine delay.

Safety first – how a pigeon’s journey home reveals more about their flight patterns

Wed, 19 May 2021 17:51:00 +0000

How does a lone pigeon get back home? Does it choose the fastest, the easiest or the safest route?

A safer, greener way to make solar cells

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:07:00 +0000

Scientists at SPECIFIC Innovation and Knowledge Centre, Swansea University, have found a way to replace the toxic, unsustainable solvents currently needed to make the next generation of solar technology.

Learned Society of Wales honours Swansea University academics

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Two academics from Swansea University are among the latest recipients of the Learned Society of Wales’ medals, announced at the Society’s AGM on Wednesday, 19th May.

Swansea University students write the Urdd’s 2021 Peace and Goodwill Message

Tue, 18 May 2021 05:30:00 +0000

A group of Swansea University students has written this year’s Peace and Goodwill Message, which focuses on equality for women and girls.

Researchers reveal new tool to help prevent suicide

Mon, 17 May 2021 17:20:00 +0000

A team of Welsh academics has developed a new method of supporting health professionals to make clinical decisions about people who may be at risk of taking their own lives.

Swansea University’s Oriel Science opens new city centre venue

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Oriel Science is back with a new exhibition venue in the heart of Swansea city centre and will open its doors on Saturday 22nd May.

Swansea Cyber Security Masters course is certified for top quality by UK expert body

Fri, 14 May 2021 12:59:00 +0000

Swansea University’s MSc in Cyber Security has received official certification for its quality from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is part of GCHQ and is the UK’s leading expert body in the field.

Dylan Thomas: thousands of items feature in new online digital archive

Fri, 14 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

A digital collection of manuscripts, notebooks and photographs relating to the Welsh writer Dylan Thomas is now available free online, thanks to an international collaboration.

Raven Leilani wins Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2021 for her 'fearless' debut, Luster

Thu, 13 May 2021 19:15:00 +0000

New Yorker Raven Leilani has been awarded one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for her ‘fearless’ debut Luster, a provocatively page-turning and painfully funny novel about what it means to be a black millennial woman in America.

Swansea takes lead as new mental health research hub launches

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:37:00 +0000

Swansea University is playing a leading role in a new UK-wide consortium to bring together vital mental health data.

Research reveals new approach to understanding our wellbeing

Tue, 11 May 2021 17:28:00 +0000

The ability to connect and feel a sense of belonging are basic human needs but new Swansea University research has examined how these are determined by more than just our personal relationships.

Swansea expert named by World Anti-Doping Agency as Chair of their Ethics Expert Advisory Group

Tue, 11 May 2021 13:34:00 +0000

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has announced that Professor Michael McNamee of Sport and Exercise Sciences has been appointed as Chair of WADA’s ethics expert advisory group

Printed workbooks make STEM subjects accessible to all during school closures

Tue, 11 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Technocamps, a Swansea University outreach project, is supporting children across Wales who don’t have internet access by producing 3,000 activity workbooks and resources so they can work at home on STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) if their school is closed because of COVID-19.

One in nine adults struggled with mental health during pandemic, find researchers

Fri, 07 May 2021 10:45:00 +0000

A Swansea University professor has taken part in research that shows one in nine adults consistently had very poor or deteriorating mental health during the first six months of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Nanoplastics and other harmful pollutants found within disposable face masks

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:59:00 +0000

Swansea University scientists have uncovered potentially dangerous chemical pollutants that are released from disposable face masks when submerged in water.

Student entrepreneurs get boost for their business ideas at the Big Pitch

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:58:00 +0000

Enterprising students earned a major boost for their business ideas at the University’s annual Big Pitch Competition, sponsored by Santander Universities.

New chapter for Harriet as she launches children’s book series

Sun, 02 May 2021 09:29:00 +0000

A Swansea University graduate hopes her new children’s book will be the first in a series of resources aimed at taking young readers on sensory journey.

Study reveals extent of human impact on the world’s plant-life

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:07:00 +0000

A Swansea University bioscientist has taken part in research which has shed new light on the impact of humans on Earth’s biodiversity.

Swansea University shortlisted in the Working Families Best Practice Awards

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The finalists for the annual Best Practice Awards have been announced today by work-life balance charity Working Families

New vote advice website launched for 2021 Senedd election

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 15:49:00 +0000

A new interactive website has been launched to help voters in the upcoming Senedd election identify how their policy preferences line up with the stances of political parties and candidates.

Swansea University Academics Honoured by Learned Society of Wales

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 14:50:00 +0000

Ten Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

University celebrates 50,000 Santander Cycle journeys

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 08:30:00 +0000

Swansea University is celebrating a landmark 50,000 journeys being made by the Santander Cycles bike share scheme – proving how the scheme has gone from strength to strength in the city since its launch in 2018.

Academi Hywel Teifi sponsors Llais stage at this year’s Tafwyl festival

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:42:00 +0000

As the Tafwyl festival celebrates its fifteenth anniversary this year, Swansea University's Academi Hywel Teifi will be sponsoring the festival's Llais (Voice) platform once again, and will present a series of virtual literary events for people of all ages.

Swansea University historian shortlisted for prestigious Wolfson History Prize 2021

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:59:00 +0000

A Swansea University historian has been shortlisted for the Wolfson History Prize 2021, the UK’s most prestigious history writing prize, which celebrates the best historical non-fiction titles from the past year and carries a £40,000 prize.

Academic’s new book celebrates a lifelong sporting passion

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:41:00 +0000

A Swansea University lecturer’s latest book was not only a labour of love but also a chance to pay tribute to the man who inspired his passion for the game of cricket.

Lecturer named UK’s top Higher Education biosciences teacher

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:58:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic who helped pioneer engaging ways of teaching science remotely during the pandemic has been honoured by the Royal Society of Biology.

University software engineer wins major Fellowship award

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:55:00 +0000

A Swansea University Senior Research Software Engineer has been awarded the first Fellowship offered by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) in Research Software Engineering.

Researchers develop new method for putting quantum correlations to the test

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:25:00 +0000

Physicists from Swansea University are part of an international research collaboration which has identified a new technique for testing the quality of quantum correlations.

Data science for charities: student-led programme gives valuable insight to non-profits

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 08:54:00 +0000

The first event of the DataAid programme saw 25 PhD students, including 9 from Swansea University, work together with three UK charities to solve real-world data problems. The charities involved were The Fairtrade Foundation, The Diana Award and Chance to Shine.

New study to evaluate how well shielding against COVID-19 works

Tue, 11 May 2021 16:30:00 +0000

Shielding vulnerable people has been central to the response to COVID-19, but how well does it work? A Swansea University research team are to examine the evidence, to see what lessons can be learned for the future.

Swansea University academic receives Outstanding Contribution award for enhancing tutoring at UK universities

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:46:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has received an Outstanding Contribution award in recognition of his work in supporting the United Kingdom Advising and Tutoring Association (UKAT).

Scientists at CERN successfully laser-cool antimatter for the first time

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:12:00 +0000

Swansea University physicists, as leading members of the ALPHA collaboration at CERN, have demonstrated laser cooling of antihydrogen atoms for the first time. The groundbreaking achievement produces colder antimatter than ever before and enables an entirely new class of experiments, helping scientists learn more about antimatter in future.

Research reveals the persistent danger after landscape fires

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:42:00 +0000

Every year, an estimated four percent of the world's vegetated land surface burns, leaving more than 250 megatons of carbonized plants behind.

SAIL Databank reveals no cases of rare form of clotting in COVID19 vaccinated population of Wales

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 17:22:00 +0000

New research finds no cases of a rare blood disorder have been identified in the COVID-19 vaccinated population of Wales.

New expertise added to University pharmacy team

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:29:00 +0000

Swansea University has welcomed a trio of new staff as the countdown continues to the launch of its first pharmacy programme in September.

Global warming helps invasive species flourish - study models likely combined effects on ecosystems

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:50:00 +0000

Increased global temperatures help invasive species establish themselves in ecosystems, new research led by a Swansea University bioscientist has shown.

Student awarded grant from nationwide development initiative

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:50:00 +0000

A Swansea University student is one of only four students nationwide who has secured a grant of £10,000 after taking part in a new personal and professional development learning initiative.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2021 reveals diverse and inclusive shortlist of bold new voices

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:40:00 +0000

The shortlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today, featuring a raft of bold new voices that challenge expectations in a compelling exploration of survival, identity, belonging and what it means to be ‘other’ in our world today.

Funding for cutting edge equipment to help reach net zero target

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 14:57:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded £4.8m UK Government funding for cutting-edge equipment to manufacture silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor devices that will create more efficient power electronics for homes, transportation and industry, and help to deliver on the nation’s net zero ambitions.

Researchers launch online marketplace to improve manufacturing supply chain

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University research team have launched a new digital platform that will transform the way supply chains operate within the manufacturing industry.

Researchers launch survey to examine face mask usage during Covid-19 pandemic

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:21:00 +0000

A team of researchers at Swansea University are calling on members of the public to complete a survey about their experiences of wearing face masks during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Researchers develop COVID-19 detection kit for wastewater

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 18:24:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University have developed a unique device that can detect COVID-19 in common wastewater.

New supercomputer will accelerate research into uses of artificial intelligence

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:50:00 +0000

A supercomputer that can perform 15,000 trillion operations per second, making it 15,000 times more powerful than a desktop PC, is to be installed at Swansea University, where it will support research on artificial intelligence (AI) in fields from engineering to medicine.

Swansea University supports National Day of Reflection on 23 March 2021

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:11:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Fulton House will be lit up in yellow on Tuesday 23 March as part of a national day to remember those who have died during the Covid-19 pandemic and to support those who've been bereaved.

Three shortlisted entries for 2021 St David Awards involve Swansea University

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:20:00 +0000

Three of the shortlisted entries for this year’s St David Awards, the national awards of Wales, involve Swansea University.

A year of everyday pandemic experiences shared in University’s unique new digital archive

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:28:00 +0000

An online digital archive containing material documenting hundreds of people’s experiences of Covid-19 will be launched at Swansea University on March 23 – the anniversary of the first UK lockdown.

New funding secures support for university

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is to dedicate £1.5 million in extra funding to three initiatives that will help to maintain capacity and aid wider economic recovery in the context of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

New pledge to support life science innovation in Wales and Ireland

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:59:00 +0000

Life science experts from Swansea University are looking forward to playing a key role in plans to forge even closer links between Wales and Ireland.

A time of change; A time to change? A CADR Conference

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:30:00 +0000

23rd - 25th March 2021

The Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR) will be welcoming academics, professionals and the public to its first Zoom conference to coincide with the anniversary of the start of national lockdown.

Warning over effects of pandemic on young people’s mental health

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:47:00 +0000

Triggers for self-harm and poor mental health are aggravated by pandemic restrictions, according to experts.

Wildflowers for wellbeing? Green-fingered citizen scientists sought for UK study

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 14:41:00 +0000

A bunch of amateur gardeners from across the UK is needed for a new research project, involving Swansea University, which looks at the benefits of growing plants, volunteering and online communities – and NHS hospitals will end up blooming from it too.

Researchers trial assessing renewable energy sites with drones

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:30:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University are part of a project to trial a new method of measuring tidal currents which could revolutionise the marine renewables industry.

Wales continues to pioneer in Value-Based Health Care with landmark charter

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 16:12:00 +0000

Welsh Government, Pfizer, Swansea University and Life Sciences Hub Wales have all signed a ground-breaking charter that reflects their shared beliefs in driving the adoption and delivery of Value-Based Health Care in Wales.

University prepares to welcome first pharmacy students with new facilities

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 12:24:00 +0000

Work has begun to create £2.1 million state-of-the-art facilities for Swansea University’s new pharmacy courses.

Prisons in a pandemic – new funding to examine impact on prisoner well-being and mental health

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 06:45:00 +0000

The impact of Covid restrictions on prisoners and prisons is to be examined in a new Swansea-led research project, which has been awarded £251,240 by the Economic and Social Research Council, to see what lessons can be learned.

Study examines impact of Covid-19 on children’s physical activity and mental health

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 16:34:00 +0000

New Swansea University research is examining the impact Covid-19 is having on the physical activity, mental health and wellbeing of children in Wales.

Swansea University report makes official recommendations to the Welsh Government to tackle Wales’ second homes crisis

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000

The author of a new report commissioned by the Welsh Government’s Minister for Mental Health, Wellbeing and Welsh Language has made 12 policy recommendations to the Welsh Government to address the second homes crisis in Wales and its impact on Welsh speaking communities.

University joining the drive to reduce food waste

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is giving its backing to the UK’s first ever Food Waste Action Week.

First Minister opens Swansea University’s Morgan Advanced Studies Institute

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:17:00 +0000

The Right Honourable Mark Drakeford MS, First Minister of Wales, today (Friday, 26 February) officially opened Swansea University’s Morgan Advanced Studies Institute (MASI) during a virtual ceremony.

New study highlights importance of context to physical theories

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:31:00 +0000

A Swansea University scientist’s research into the geometrical characteristics of a physical theories is highlighted in a new paper.

The way a fish swims reveals a lot about its personality, say scientists

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:02:00 +0000

Personality has been described in all sorts of animal species, from ants to apes. Some individuals are shy and sedentary, while others are bold and active. Now a new study published in Ecology and Evolution has revealed that the way a fish swims tells us a lot about its personality.

Global research into how the vulnerable have been hit by official responses to Covid-19

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000

Academics from Swansea University are part of an international study exploring the impact of Covid-19 governmental responses on vulnerable groups.

High fructose diets could cause immune system damage - new research

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 09:16:00 +0000

New research by Swansea scientists in collaboration with scientists at the University of Bristol and the Francis Crick Institute in London has indicated that consuming a diet high in the sugar fructose might prevent the proper functioning of peoples’ immune systems in ways that has, until now, largely been unknown.

Nursing students’ high-tech help for hospital patients

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:47:00 +0000

Patients at a west Wales hospital have been given a helping hand to stay in touch with loved ones by Swansea University nursing students.

Your chance to be part of research into how a nasal spray could help combat Covid-19

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:11:00 +0000

Swansea University is looking for volunteers from South Wales to be part of vital research into how an over-the-counter nasal spray could help protect against Covid-19.

Major grant to develop oats as a healthy food product

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:40:00 +0000

A major European grant has been awarded to partners in Ireland and Wales, including Swansea University, to research the development of oats as a climate-resistant crop and a healthy food product.

Paramedic students vaccinated as they continue to help support services

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:22:00 +0000

Swansea University paramedic students have received their coronavirus vaccine as they continue to work on the NHS frontline.

A tribute to Professor Hywel Francis

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:38:00 +0000

Hywel Francis, adult educator, historian, activist and parliamentarian, who has died at the age of 74, is mourned by his innumerable friends within and beyond Swansea University.

The Coleg Cymraeg appoints new Higher Education Ambassadors from Swansea University

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:33:00 +0000

The Coleg Cymraeg has appointed five new ambassadors from Swansea University for 2021 to encourage more prospective students to take an interest in Welsh-medium higher education.

People with asthma in poorest areas are 50% more likely to die than those in richest areas

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:30:00 +0000

People with asthma in Wales’s most deprived areas are 50% more likely to be admitted to hospital and to die from asthma compared with those in the least deprived areas, a new five-year study of over 100,000 people has revealed.

Research reveals those self-isolating need mental health and financial support

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:49:00 +0000

More than half of people who had to self-isolate felt it negatively affected their mental health with more than a quarter saying it negatively affected their income, Swansea University research has revealed.

Experts combine forces to keep children safe online

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:09:00 +0000

Swansea University is spearheading the fight against online child sexual exploitation after securing major funding for an innovative new project focused on online child sexual grooming.

New joint project aims to CONNECT students at universities

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:04:00 +0000

A new joint project that aims to support students experiencing loneliness and isolation has been launched by Swansea University and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD).

Population Data Science Director recognised in data industry influence awards

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 08:50:00 +0000

Professor David Ford, Director of the Population Data Science Group at Swansea University, has been recognised amongst the most influential people in data and analytics in the 2021 edition of the DataIQ 100.

Green Hydrogen Research Helps Industry Reduce Carbon Emissions

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:50:00 +0000

A collaboration between researchers at the Energy Safety Research Institute at Swansea University and cement producer Hanson UK has seen the installation of a new green hydrogen demonstration unit at the company’s Regen GGBS plant in Port Talbot, South Wales.

Applications open for new Swansea University scholarship which commemorates Hywel Teifi Edwards' contribution to Welsh Culture

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Swansea University's Academi Hywel Teifi is calling on students who want to study for a postgraduate research degree through the medium of Welsh to apply for a new scholarship in memory of Professor Hywel Teifi Edwards.

Children’s fingers point to mothers’ income level and diseases that begin in the womb

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:57:00 +0000

Low-income mothers feminize their children in the womb by adjusting their hormones, whereas high-income mothers masculinize their children, a major study based on finger length, led by a Swansea University expert, has found.

Hillary Clinton extends scholarship programme in partnership with Sky and Swansea University

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:55:00 +0000

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has announced that the Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges programme at Swansea University has been extended to a further five scholars.

Cardiac patients with diabetes can exercise more safely thanks to new expert guidance

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 10:31:00 +0000

Cardiac patients who also have diabetes will be able to do their rehabilitation exercises more safely, thanks to the world’s first guidance on the subject, which has been published by international experts including a Swansea University academic.

New chance to share experiences of living during a pandemic

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:31:00 +0000

As the pandemic continues to dominate our lives, people are being asked to share their experiences as part of ongoing research into how the Welsh are coping with coronavirus.

Experts put new method of analysing children’s play to the test

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:12:00 +0000

How to study the stages children go through as they play together has been highlighted in new research by a Swansea University academic.

University keeps more than 250 pupils reading during latest lockdown

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:05:00 +0000

Year 7 pupils at two local schools have been encouraged to read and boost their literacy during lockdown, thanks to a Swansea University project.

Controls needed to stop zebra mussels invading Great Britain

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

New research by Swansea University scientists found that boat ramps facilitate the dispersal of the highly invasive zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha). To contain the dispersion of this invasive species Dr Marta Rodriguez-Rey and co-authors suggest in the new study, that strict control measures and target monitoring around boat ramps should be implemented.

Experts call for more pragmatic approach to higher education teaching

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:49:00 +0000

Millions of students around the world could benefit if their educators adopted a more flexible and practical approach, say Swansea University experts.

Remembering disasters in Wales and France - volunteers needed for new study

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:36:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher is appealing for Welsh volunteers to share their memories of past disasters for a new study that will look at how these memories are processed by people living in Wales and in France.

Global experts unite to discuss historic dream of Freud’s patient Dora

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Swansea University sleep expert Mark Blagrove is hosting special event to commemorate a significant moment in the history of dream analysis.

Swansea University and Faradair Aerospace strengthen relationship for UK aerospace revival

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 10:31:00 +0000

Swansea University and Faradair Aerospace are to expand their relationship with the British company’s commitment to bring back large-scale aircraft production to the UK and deliver 300 home-designed, sustainable aircraft for regional air mobility and special missions by 2030.

Award-winner Tirion now tackling her next challenge – becoming a midwife

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 16:53:00 +0000

Rugby coach Tirion Thomas was delighted to be honoured for her dedication to sport but now she enjoys preparing for her future career just as much as for the next match.

Spitting cobras evolved painful venom for defence, possibly against ancestral humans

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 13:47:00 +0000

The ability of some cobras to spit their venom, unique amongst snakes, evolved as a defence mechanism to inflict pain rather than to catch prey, new research involving a Swansea University expert has revealed.

Six-fold rise in brain pressure disorder linked with obesity and deprivation

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:45:00 +0000

A brain pressure disorder that especially affects women, causing severe headaches and sometimes permanent sight loss, has risen six-fold in 15 years, and is linked to obesity and deprivation, a new study by Swansea University researchers has shown.

Researchers show Irish soil can offer more hope in fight against antibiotic resistance

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 12:31:00 +0000

Scientists who highlighted the bug-busting properties of bacteria in Northern Irish soil have made another exciting discovery in the quest to discover new antibiotics.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas prize 2021: Debuts and female voices dominate longlist

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 10:42:00 +0000

The international longlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – is announced today, featuring a record number of nine debut writers.

Test, Trace and Protect in Wales: call for study participants to help better understand what support people need to self-isolate

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:32:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University have been commissioned by the Senedd to explore people’s experiences of being contacted by Test, Trace, Protect (TTP) and told to self-isolate.

More acclaim for Copperopolis – involving communities in Swansea’s history

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:47:00 +0000

The Copperopolis project, which is at the heart of regenerating Hafod-Morfa copper works, has been selected as an example of how universities across Wales are working with their communities, creating social and economic benefits.

Swansea team help company recycle old products into new toner cartridges

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:40:00 +0000

The EU-Funded ASTUTE 2020 operation based at Swansea University has provided industrial Research, Development, and Innovation (RD&I) support to help Brother Industries (U.K) Ltd. produce their first Brother branded toner cartridge manufactured from recycled materials recovered from End of Life products.

Researcher honoured for work seeking sustainable solutions

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher has received international recognition for his work in the field of industrial decarbonisation.

Active Buildings to be constructed in India, bringing clean solar energy to off-grid communities

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:15:00 +0000

Active Buildings, which generate, store and release their own solar energy, are to be constructed in India, helping some of the 600,000 villages in the country struggling with electricity supply.

Alcohol research study wins charity grant support

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:43:00 +0000

A Swansea University project has won funding to investigate the use of alcohol among people from Gypsy, Roma and Traveller backgrounds.

Swansea University developing world’s first COVID-19 ‘smart-patch’ vaccine that will measure effectiveness

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:57:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University are developing the world’s first smart vaccine device that will both deliver the COVID-19 vaccine and measure its efficacy through monitoring the body’s associated response.

Simple monitoring could reduce medicine misuse in care homes

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 10:30:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University suggests that a simple nurse- or carer-led medicines’ monitoring system can help reduce medication-related illness for people living in residential care homes – and the process takes just a few minutes per patient.

Courses win accreditation from Royal Geographical Society

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:32:00 +0000

Two Swansea University courses are among the first postgraduate qualifications to be awarded accreditation by the Royal Geographical Society.

Swansea professor appointed as Director of European Centre for Theoretical Nuclear Physics

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:13:00 +0000

Professor Gert Aarts FLSW, of Swansea University's Physics Department, has been appointed as Interim-Director of the European Centre for Theoretical Studies in Nuclear Physics and Related Areas (ECT*).

New review says ineffective ‘learning styles’ theory persists in education around the world

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:45:00 +0000

A new review by Swansea University reveals there is widespread belief around the world in a teaching method that is not only ineffective but may actually be harmful to learners.

Faster, greener way of producing carbon spheres could improve carbon capture technology

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 07:37:00 +0000

A fast, green and one-step method for producing porous carbon spheres, which are a vital component for carbon capture technology and for new ways of storing renewable energy, has been developed by Swansea University researchers.

Covid-19: Medical School and Wuhan partners share innovations with British Ambassador in China

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Medical School has strengthened its unique connection with Wuhan, by joining an online conference of health professionals, also attended by the British Ambassador in China, Caroline Wilson CMG, which has helped to shine a light on healthcare and innovation and Covid-19.

Funding boost for research collaboration studying provision of eye care in the community

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 14:33:00 +0000

A new project set up to study the best way to care for patients with long-standing eye conditions in the community has secured a major research grant.

New international research examines way of fighting back against Covid-19

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 16:09:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University Medical School are helping to drive forward understanding of the virus that causes Covid-19 and how it can be tackled.

Medical School course records triple exam success

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:48:00 +0000

Swansea University’s physician associate course is celebrating a remarkable hat trick – its students recorded a 100 per cent pass rate in the September PA National Exams for the third year running.

Fire-resistant tropical forest at brink of disappearance in Indonesian regions due to human modification

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 10:42:00 +0000

A new study led by researchers in the Geography Department at Swansea University reveals the extreme scale of loss and fragmentation of tropical forests, which once covered much of the Indonesian islands of Sumatra and Kalimantan.

Europe’s rivers are broken, but there is a fix

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:59:00 +0000

A new study published in Nature reveals the true extent of river fragmentation and offers some solutions.

Double delight for Tennessee after master’s distinction

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University student and world kickboxing champion is finishing 2020 on a high after graduating in her master’s.

University’s Money@CampusLife awarded Stand Alone Pledge Award 2020

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 17:46:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Money@CampusLife team have been awarded a Stand Alone Pledge award for their role in helping estranged students during Covid-19.

New study shows how microalgae could be crucial to circular economy

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 12:37:00 +0000

New Swansea University research has revealed microalgae could play a crucial role in not only successfully reusing food and farm waste on an industrial scale but also creating thousands of jobs.

Book about child Holocaust survivors makes Daily Telegraph’s book of the year list

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 09:30:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic’s latest book, about child survivors of the Holocaust, has been included in the Daily Telegraph’s list of the best history books of 2020.

Designing safer buildings - self-powered wireless sensing systems to detect cracks and damage

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:55:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University are developing an innovative approach to the design of smart buildings. A new environmentally sustainable, safer and cost-efficient model, designed at the Institute for Innovative Materials, Processing and Numerical Technologies (IMPACT), will offer an improved system for energy supply distribution to sensors in smart structures.

SUNRISE project wins Times Higher Education award

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:01:00 +0000

Swansea University in collaboration with international and UK institutions has lifted the International Collaboration of the Year trophy at the 16th annual Times Higher Education Awards.

Pregnant women who stop asthma medication at risk of preterm birth

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 19:05:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University suggests that women who stop taking their asthma medication during pregnancy are at risk of giving birth prematurely and are less likely to breastfeed their babies.

£4m research funding boost for Welsh manufacturing sector

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:20:00 +0000

Manufacturing businesses across Wales can remain at the forefront of innovation, thanks to £4 million of EU funding announced by the Welsh Government.

Judges announced for the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

The judges for the 2021 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize have been announced today (8 December).

Community butterfly project set to give nature a helping hand

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 15:40:00 +0000

Swansea University bioscientists are helping a community create a butterfly and wildlife garden in the heart of a Swansea village.

Smarter, greener steelmaking: three new studies to be funded by Swansea-based research programme

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 10:36:00 +0000

Three research projects that could help the steel industry become smarter and greener have been given the go-ahead as part of a national steel research programme led by Swansea University.

New funding for research on COVID-19 and cardiovascular disease

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 08:55:00 +0000

Swansea University has received £125k of funding from Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) to study the impact of the direct and indirect effects of COVID-19 on cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Researcher to deliver keynote address at unique virtual summit

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 17:05:00 +0000

Swansea University researcher Dr Lewis Francis will share his work with a global audience at an international online conference next week.

Research to improve Welsh athletes’ performance gets four-year funding boost

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:58:00 +0000

A Wales-wide research project that helps enhance the performance of Welsh athletes will be able to continue its work thanks to a £440,000 grant from Sport Wales.

Study reveals new findings on nature’s UV sunscreens

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 16:23:00 +0000

Swansea University research has provided a new insight into the behaviour of nature’s own UV sunscreens when they are exposed to other parts of the light spectrum.

Swansea University relaunches prestigious Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 12:56:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Cultural Institute is relaunching the distinguished national Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for writers from, or living in, Wales.

University cancer research progress leads to partners’ funding boost

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 09:20:00 +0000

A Swansea University project’s ground-breaking work to improve diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer has helped it secure more than £3 million of investment from industrial partners.

Turning waste plastic into carbon nanotubes to transmit electricity

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:10:00 +0000

The Welsh government is backing a cutting-edge science project at Swansea University that changes waste plastics into highly valuable compounds for the energy industries.

New engineering partnership to develop digital marketplace to improve manufacturing supply chain

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 09:33:00 +0000

A research team, led by Swansea University College of Engineering, are developing a pilot online marketplace designed to optimise manufacturing supply chain networks and create a new industry-wide business model.

University partnership ready to help new businesses make the right connections

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 16:33:00 +0000

A new collaboration is set to give student entrepreneurs a valuable networking boost as they launch their business ideas.

Older, poorer people at greater risk from adverse drug reactions

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:39:00 +0000

A review by Swansea University academics has found that older, poorer people who are socially distanced from their doctors or pharmacists, suﬀer more adverse drug reactions (ADRs) than the general population and that systematic monitoring is needed to protect these patients suffering from reactions which could result in over-sedation, falls, or drug-induced Parkinsonism.

New Richard Burton exhibition tells the story of an international star of stage and screen

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:36:00 +0000

A brand new exhibition on Richard Burton’s life reveals the man behind the headlines - the husband, father, reader, writer and passionate Welshman.

Sunlight could turn COVID waste into clean fuel – funding for new Swansea-led project

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:55:00 +0000

Sunlight could be used to convert hazardous medical waste into clean hydrogen fuel, using a new technique being developed by a joint Wales/India team led by Swansea University researchers. The project has just been awarded £47,000 of funding by the Welsh Government.

New survey reveals toll Covid-19 is taking on mental health in Wales

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Wales faces a wave of mental health problems in the wake of Covid-19, with younger adults, women and people from deprived areas suffering the most.

New funding making a difference to life-saving research projects

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:04:00 +0000

Four Swansea University projects aimed at making a life-saving difference to patients’ lives have taken a major step forward.

Scientists develop method to detect charge traps in organic semiconductors

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:38:00 +0000

Scientists at Swansea University have developed a very sensitive method to detect the tiny signatures of so called ‘charge traps’ in organic semiconductors.

Warmth not waste: new research will look at re-using waste heat from industry

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 05:30:00 +0000

A new project involving Swansea University researchers and Tata Steel will investigate the potential for recovering waste heat from industry so it can be re-used.

Swansea University outreach project keeps children learning during lockdown

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 12:58:00 +0000

A Swansea University outreach project has helped deliver hundreds of science workbooks to children studying at home during Wales’ fire-break lockdown.

University Navy Plaques mark the spots where memories were made

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:42:00 +0000

Meeting a life partner, forging friendships and enjoying a long happy career are just some of the life-changing experiences now commemorated at Swansea University.

Swansea student nurse named best in Britain

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 10:52:00 +0000

When it comes to helping patients prepare themselves for surgery, Rea Pugh-Davies is arguably one of the best around.

Designing low carbon buildings: Swansea team’s know-how gathered in new toolkit for others to use

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 07:46:00 +0000

The team that designed and built two low carbon buildings at Swansea University, which generate their own energy, is publishing a toolkit of the design principles that they used. The aim is to encourage others to construct these “Active Buildings” as it would drastically cut the UK’s carbon footprint; currently 40% of our emissions come from heating and powering our buildings.

New study examines how Covid-19 safety measures are leading to increased anxiety and avoidance behaviour

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 12:37:00 +0000

A new Swansea University study is being launched to investigate how following Covid-19 safety measures may have the unfortunate effect of making people feel less safe, leading to increased anxiety and people avoiding situations and places they once considered safe.

First study to assess risk of COVID-19 to health of domiciliary care workers in Wales

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 11:40:00 +0000

The first study to establish the risk of COVID-19 to domiciliary care workers across Wales is to launch today.

Award for physicist for work on antimatter

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000

A Swansea University physicist has been awarded a prestigious honour by the Institute of Physics for his leadership over thirty years in the field of antimatter science.

Swansea expert helps shape world’s first agreed guidance for people with diabetes to exercise safely

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:20:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has helped draw up a landmark agreement amongst international experts, setting out the world’s first standard guidance on how people with diabetes can use modern glucose monitoring devices to help them exercise safely.

Swansea nursing student scoops prestigious Most Inspirational Student of the Year award

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 17:03:00 +0000

Matt Townsend, an Adult Nursing student from Swansea University, has won the Most Inspirational Student of the Year award in this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards.

Academics call for NHS gambling treatment clinics in Wales

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 23:30:00 +0000

Swansea University academics have called for NHS gambling disorder treatment clinics to be established in Wales, as a letter published in The Lancet reveals the serious impact of problem gambling in Wales, particularly amongst younger people.

Gut hormone blocks brain cell formation and is linked to Parkinson’s dementia, Swansea research reveals

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:24:00 +0000

A gut hormone, ghrelin, is a key regulator of new nerve cells in the adult brain, a Swansea-led research team has discovered. It could help pave the way for new drugs to treat dementia in patients with Parkinson’s Disease.

International collaboration will lead to online archive of Dylan Thomas’ work

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:01:00 +0000

A digital collection of manuscripts and photographs related to the Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas will soon be available online thanks to an international collaboration.

University’s double success at diabetes awards

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:56:00 +0000

A Swansea University honorary senior tutor and a master’s student have been honoured for their dedication to diabetes care at a major UK healthcare awards.

New animation helps lymphoedema patients recognise symptoms

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:27:00 +0000

A new animated video has been developed by Swansea University to raise awareness of lymphoedema and help patients understand more about how their condition will be treated.

SUNRISE project shortlisted for Times Higher Education award

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 15:33:00 +0000

SUNRISE has been shortlisted for ‘International Collaboration of the Year’ in the 16th annual Times Higher Education (THE) Awards.

Professor’s new role helping to promote nanomedicine across the UK

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:33:00 +0000

Swansea University Medical School’s Professor Steve Conlan has taken up a key role helping to highlight UK nanomedicine research.

Boost for Wales’s lead in green solar technology thanks to EU funding

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 06:28:00 +0000

Wales can remain at the forefront of next generation solar energy technology, for applications such as remote sensors and electric vehicles, thanks to £2.5 million of EU funding announced by the Welsh Government, to continue a Swansea-led research programme.

Power to the People: Swansea expert marks prestigious award with lecture on how coated steel can harness solar energy

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 06:44:00 +0000

Coated steel can harness solar energy and cut carbon emissions, a Swansea expert will explain in a public online lecture, which is being held to mark him being awarded the prestigious Bessemer Gold Medal by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining.

Researcher receives Royal Society of Biology Outreach and Engagement Award

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 13:09:00 +0000

Swansea University postdoc researcher Dr Claire Price has been recognised for her work to make science more accessible to the community in her home town.

Lockdown mental health problems amongst family carers up to 10 times higher – new study

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 09:58:00 +0000

Family carers for children and adults with intellectual disabilities have reported rates of mental health problems under lockdown that are up to 10 times higher than parents without those responsibilities, a new study has found.

Swansea University judged one of country’s best green spaces

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 09:04:00 +0000

Swansea University has once again been named among the winners of this year’s Green Flag Awards – the international mark of a quality park or green space.

New module allows engineering students to work remotely with Texas team

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 13:30:00 +0000

A group of engineering students have taken up a module run by Texas A&M University, which involves working remotely with fellow engineers overseas, thanks to a new initiative by the College of Engineering, which is founded on Swansea University’s Texas links.

Student Matt says Covid-19 taught him what it really means to be a nurse

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:29:00 +0000

When Swansea University nursing student Matt Townsend was given the opportunity to join the NHS frontline at the height of coronavirus crisis, he knew just what he had to do.

Welsh Government funding at ESRI for next generation PPE

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:42:00 +0000

Welsh Government have announced funding for the Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University to develop a unique approach to next generation Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the fight against viruses.

Wales Women prepare for Scotland clash at Swansea University

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 11:07:00 +0000

Wales Women are using Swansea University’s sports facilities as they prepare for their Six Nations clash against Scotland.

Being Human Festival returns for seventh year

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:38:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Cultural Institute has been chosen as one of four hubs for Being Human 2020, the UK’s only national festival of the humanities.

Award to fund display on cultural diversity and racism in the ancient world

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 09:45:00 +0000

An expert in ancient history and Swansea’s Egypt Centre have been jointly awarded £1100 to develop a new display on Egypt and its neighbours, which will be used for the Centre’s education programme on issues such as identity, racism and xenophobia in the ancient world.

Study shows how pandemic has hit vital breastfeeding support

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 12:58:00 +0000

A new research collaboration led by Swansea University has highlighted a lack of high-quality breastfeeding support for some families during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Swansea University announces star-studded lineup for the 2020 Swansea Science Festival

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 11:58:00 +0000

October will see the return of the Swansea Science Festival, with a host of special guests including Professor Brian Cox, Steve Backshall, Konnie Huq, Iolo Williams and Lyn Evans.

Swansea experts launch new podcast on the US 2020 presidential campaign

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 10:16:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University have launched a new podcast series which uses real-time data from political gambling markets to analyse the US 2020 presidential campaign.

University marks double sustainability success

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 15:30:00 +0000

Swansea University’s commitment to sustainability has led to a double achievement.

£3.7m circular economy innovation funding to support south Wales organisations

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:53:00 +0000

A new £3.7m project will help public service organisations in south Wales work collaboratively to develop new regional service solutions to existing circular economy challenges.

Help with groundbreaking research to find ways of improving recovery from Covid-19

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:29:00 +0000

Researchers exploring a new method to help people recover from Covid-19, using breathing exercises and a hand-held device, are looking for volunteers who have had Covid to help them test it. The work could benefit patients and ease the strain on the NHS.

University gets behind drive to make Wales recycling world champion

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:33:00 +0000

Swansea University has literally gone green to hammer home the recycling message.

Citizen scientists show that UK rivers are in pieces

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 13:07:00 +0000

New research led by Swansea University academics and assisted by citizen scientists, has found that 99% of river basins in the UK are fragmented by artificial barriers like dams, weirs, and culverts. Urgent action is needed to reconnect rivers, to ensure their long-term health, and the health of the communities around them.

University helps keep 1,100 pupils learning over lockdown

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:53:00 +0000

More than a thousand pupils in South Wales were given a helping hand with their studies during lockdown, thanks to a project involving Swansea University.

Participatory approach expands global instream infrastructure inventories

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:17:00 +0000

An international team of researchers – including some from Swansea University – have used remotely sensed data available through a Google Earth Engine to identify, map, and validate instream infrastructure such as dams, weirs, and locks across the world.

Protests, strikes and sharing a room with Paul McCartney. . .

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has seen thousands of students pass through its doors in the past 100 years, but few can have had a more eventful time than Jeffrey Temple.

University develops new Value-Based Health and Care programme

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:13:00 +0000

Swansea University has developed a dedicated Value-Based Health and Care (VBHC) programme in conjunction with strategic partner, Sprink Ltd, as part of its Executive Education offer.

University to develop advanced energy storage systems with new £1 million venture

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University research team from the College of Engineering are to form a new partnership with major global energy solutions provider ENSERV POWER.

Swansea health and medicine students recognised for volunteering in Covid-19 crisis

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 07:01:00 +0000

Around 1000 healthcare and medical students who have volunteered during the Covid-19 pandemic are to receive a voucher for a local business, thanks to a donation of £27,500 by Santander, through Santander Universities.

True size of prehistoric mega-shark finally revealed

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 12:18:00 +0000

A new study led by Swansea University and the University of Bristol has revealed the size of the legendary giant shark Megalodon, including fins that are as large as an adult human.

Swansea University climbs to 24th in the Guardian University Guide

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 15:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has achieved its highest ever rank in any UK league table after rising from 31^st to 24^thin the Guardian University Guide 2021.

Kier appointed for £30m CISM building project at Bay Campus

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 09:10:00 +0000

A new state-of-the-art facility at Swansea University that will bring together groundbreaking research with technology development in the field of semiconductor science and engineering, is one step closer with the execution of the main build contract with Kier for the Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM) at the Bay Campus

Distance is no hurdle as Chinese students’ language classes continue online

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:20:00 +0000

Chinese students, eager to prepare for Swansea University courses, have been continuing their studies - even though their teachers were more than 5,000 miles away.

Back to school safely: pupils in 12 local schools protected by Swansea Uni hand sanitiser

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 08:57:00 +0000

Children returning to lessons at 12 local schools this week are the latest people to be protected by hand sanitiser made at Swansea University, where a solar tech lab has temporarily switched production during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Study focuses on best way to handle 999 calls from Covid-19 patients

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:32:00 +0000

A new Swansea University study examining the best way for ambulance services to deal with suspected Covid-19 999 calls has just won major funding support.

Osteopathy services resume at Swansea’s Health and Wellbeing Academy

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Health and Wellbeing Academy (HWA) will begin providing osteopathy services to the general public again from Monday 7 September.

New research unveils environment drivers of ecological complexity in marine intertidal communities

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:41:00 +0000

Environmental conditions such as sea surface temperature and the occurrence of cold water upwelling events drive the structure of interaction networks in marine intertidal communities via their effects on species richness, according to new research.

Investment of £20m extends AgorIP project to 2023

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 09:58:00 +0000

The AgorIP Project which has helped the Welsh economy and innovation in west Wales to prosper over the last four years, has been extended to benefit all of Wales, with a total investment of more than £20m.

New report warns of massive decline in freshwater fish populations and threat to livelihoods

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 09:30:00 +0000

The Living Planet Index for Migratory Freshwater Fish, the first comprehensive global report on the status of migratory fish has revealed that there has been a 76% average decline in freshwater fish populations from 1970 to 2016 - including a staggering average decline of 93% in Europe.

Teachers welcome return to school but highlight concerns - survey

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:45:00 +0000

As schools reopen, a survey of primary school staff in Wales shows that they support children going back to their classes, for the sake of their education and social development, but that they also have real concerns.

Swansea University announces £230,000 funding boost for student experience

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:13:00 +0000

Students at Swansea University are set to benefit from a funding boost dedicated to a programme of events for new and returning students from September 2020 to February 2021.

Microneedle skin patches to administer vaccines

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 07:30:00 +0000

A revolutionary new way to give vaccines through microneedle skin patches is being tested at Swansea University, thanks to £200,000 of EU funding announced by the Welsh Government.

Study shows inbreeding reduces cooperation in banded mongooses

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:18:00 +0000

Inbreeding can reduce cooperation in banded mongooses according to a recent study by researchers.

Star author David Walliams backs University’s schools contest

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 15:46:00 +0000

Best-selling children’s author David Walliams has given his support to a children’s competition being held to mark Swansea University’s centenary.

Animal mummies unwrapped: hi-res 3D X-rays reveal secrets of life and death in ancient Egypt

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 15:45:00 +0000

Three mummified animals from ancient Egypt have been digitally unwrapped and dissected by researchers, using high-resolution 3D scans that give unprecedented detail about the animals’ lives – and deaths - over 2000 years ago.

University unveiled as Swansea City’s new front of shirt sponsor

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 11:45:00 +0000

Swansea University is delighted to announce that it will be the new front of shirt sponsor for Swansea City ahead of the forthcoming 2020-21 season.

Researchers capture footage of fluid behaving like a solid

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:46:00 +0000

Researchers from the College of Engineering have captured the moments a fluid reacts like a solid through a new method of fluid observation under pressurised conditions.

University experts leading the way on pandemic research

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:12:00 +0000

Four Swansea University academics are part of major new research project investigating Covid-19 and what it can teach us about coping with future pandemics.

Discovery charity awarded funding to assist in COVID-19 pandemic

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Discovery SVS has been awarded two grants from Welsh Government for its work in alleviating the impact of COVID-19 in Wales and communities in Africa.

Ospreys, Wales and Lions rugby star James Hook to be University attack coach

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:59:00 +0000

International rugby star James Hook, who played 81 times for Wales and toured with the 2009 British and Irish Lions in South Africa, has taken up the position of Attack Coach for Swansea University rugby teams.

Project reveals how algae could play crucial role in sustainable food production

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:49:00 +0000

A ground-breaking Swansea University project is using microalgae to explore how to reuse waste while increasing food production.

Swansea wins bid to recruit 250 extra engineering students

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:45:00 +0000

Swansea University has been successful in its bid to the Department for Education (DfE) to recruit 250 extra engineering students as part of a Government drive to provide over 9,000 additional places at UK universities for courses that will deliver vital services, support the economy and create positive outcomes for students.

University welcomes new Research and Innovation Pro-Vice Chancellor

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 12:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has welcomed a new Pro-Vice Chancellor to its senior management team, with responsibility for the University’s Research and Innovation portfolio.

Four-year delay in getting autism diagnosis, but online tools can cut the wait

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 08:43:00 +0000

Parents concerned that their child may have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can wait up to four years for a formal diagnosis, but online assessments can help reduce these delays, two new research studies from Swansea University have shown.

Project helping to reduce burn casualties in Nepal

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:50:00 +0000

A burn prevention project backed by Swansea University experts has had a dramatic effect on communities in Nepal.

Swansea University’s Academi Hywel Teifi contributes to AmGen programme

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 10:35:00 +0000

The first week of August promised to be a busy one for Tregaron this year, but now that the main festival will not be held there, the Eisteddfod has launched the 2020 AmGen Festival – a project that will give people a taste of the main festival between 30 July and 8 August, all available on S4C, Radio Cymru and the Cymru Fyw website.

£6 million award to drive next-generation solar technology into new applications

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 22:55:00 +0000

A £6 million award will drive next-generation solar technology into new applications.

University innovation team helping to develop high-tech dementia aid

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 14:17:00 +0000

Swansea University innovation experts are helping to refine a high-tech device which is already making a vital difference to people living with dementia and their carers.

University centenary competition invites pupils to look to the future

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:11:00 +0000

Swansea University is marking its centenary by asking children to share their vision of how it would look in another 100 years.

New partnership set to examine how algae could be key to safer sunscreens

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:42:00 +0000

A Swansea University project exploring how to use algae to create the next generation of sunscreens has now teamed up with an award-winning skincare firm to help develop the idea.

Delight for Julia after 50-year wait to graduate

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 08:00:00 +0000

A retired civil servant is celebrating after graduating from Swansea University - 50 years later than planned.

Sky’s the limit for Swansea students after graduation

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 10:21:00 +0000

Two students are looking forward to their global aviation business soaring even higher after graduating from Swansea University.

The Prince of Wales records message for Swansea University’s centenary

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000

The Prince of Wales has recorded a special video message for Swansea University as it celebrates its centenary on 19 July.

Study shows how traumatic experiences can leave their mark on a person’s eyes

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 14:25:00 +0000

New research by Welsh academics shows that a patient’s pupils can reveal if they have suffered a traumatic experience in the past.

Swansea University to use centenary celebration funds to fight Covid-19

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Swansea University, which this year is marking its centenary, is to channel funds that were previously earmarked for celebration events, into fighting Covid-19 and to champion innovation.

Wonders of animal migration: how sea turtles find small, isolated islands

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 16:00:00 +0000

One of Charles Darwin’s long-standing questions on how turtles find their way to islands has been answered thanks to a pioneering study by scientists.

Swansea University ranked 6th in the UK for student satisfaction

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 15:20:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked sixth for overall student satisfaction in the 2020 National Student Survey (NSS).

Experts’ high-flying study puts soaring birds in spotlight

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 23:30:00 +0000

New research has revealed when it comes to flying the largest of birds don’t rely on flapping to move around. Instead they make use of air currents to keep them airborne for hours at a time.

Swansea student’s family inspire award-winning idea for disability aid

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:43:00 +0000

A Swansea University student’s personal experience was the inspiration for his winning entry in a nationwide hunt for the best new innovation in disability products.

University joins nationwide initiative to help students into higher education

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 13:47:00 +0000

Swansea University has signed up to be part of a new online initiative aimed at supporting students disadvantaged by the coronavirus pandemic to enter higher education.

University lecturer scoops prestigious British Science Association award

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:53:00 +0000

A Swansea University lecturer has won the prestigious Jacob Bronowski Award for Science and the Arts from the British Science Association.

Students step up to offer support in time of crisis

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 16:46:00 +0000

Two Swansea University students have been working to support the emergency services during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Swansea University shortlisted in Guardian University Awards 2020

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 14:20:00 +0000

Swansea University has been shortlisted for Best Student Experience in the Guardian University Awards 2020.

Welsh super database and technology platform play major role in new international Covid-19 research collaboration

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:35:00 +0000

The Secure Anonymised Information Linkage (SAIL) Databank, funded by Health and Care Research Wales, has been selected to play a key role in an international collaboration to accelerate Covid-19 research.

Helicopter or cartwheel? How molecules rotate determines what happens when they collide with surfaces

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:00:00 +0000

What happens when a molecule collides with a surface? Researchers at Swansea University have shown that the orientation of the molecule as it moves – whether it is spinning like a helicopter blade or rolling like a cartwheel - is important in determining what happens in the collision.

Couple share happy memories of University dubbed Butlin's-by-the-Sea

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 17:32:00 +0000

Sandra and Bob Cuthill will definitely be among those raising a glass to Swansea University when it marks its centenary this month.

£6m EU investment in SPECIFIC Innovation & Knowledge Centre recognises project’s success

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:01:00 +0000

In 2011, SPECIFIC was one of six UK Innovation and Knowledge Centres (IKCs) created by the UK Government.

Swansea academics join call for statutory levy on gambling firms

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Academics warn current system gives industry too much influence on how money is spent.

New doctors praised at University’s first-ever virtual graduation celebration

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 17:04:00 +0000

More than 150 former students reunited to celebrate their time at Swansea University Medical School with a unique virtual graduation celebration.

Swansea University student receives prestigious Diana Award in recognition of voluntary work

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 00:01:00 +0000

Isabel Francis, a law student at Swansea University, has been recognised with the highest accolade a young person aged between 9 and 25 can achieve for their social action or humanitarian efforts – The Diana Award.

Face shields designed by University team get CE mark for safety for NHS to use

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 16:56:00 +0000

Face shields to protect NHS staff, designed and 3D printed by a Swansea University team, have been awarded the CE safety mark, which means they can now be manufactured at larger scale for hospitals.

University’s popular bike share scheme re-opens

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Cyclists in Swansea will be back in the saddle from July 1 following the decision to re-open the University’s popular bike share scheme.

Call to reconnect Europe’s rivers as one million barriers found

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:30:00 +0000

New research has found that Europe’s rivers are the most fragmented in the world, with up to one million barriers blocking their flow, and urgent action to reconnect them is now vital to ensure the long-term health of these rivers and their surrounding habitats.

Project to help health staff using PPE facemasks communicate scoops innovation award

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 13:52:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Healthcare Technology Centre has played a key role in developing an award-winning communication aid for frontline health staff forced to wear face masks during the pandemic.

CSconnected project receives UK government funding through UKRI

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:21:00 +0000

The UK Government has announced the first wave of funding through UK Research and Innovation’s flagship Strength in Places Fund in which a major £43.74M project with South Wales’ compound semiconductor cluster has been approved and will be supported by £25.44M funding from Strength in Places.

Shaped by Steel - Swansea's first Twitter conference is open to all

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:30:00 +0000

‘Shaped by Steel’ is the first ever ‘Twitter’ conference to be hosted by Swansea University. With more traditional ‘face-to-face’ conferences cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the History Department’s ‘Social Worlds of Steel’ research project team is taking to Twitter as an alternative way to share research and heritage practice to a different audience – the Twittersphere.

Researchers uncover new environmentally-friendly approach to water treatment

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:37:00 +0000

Researchers from Swansea University have developed a new environmentally friendly method for removing toxic chemicals from water.

Pioneering single process could help safeguard water quality, environment and health

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:10:00 +0000

A research team at Swansea University have developed a new method for fast removal and detection of wastewater pollutants that come from everyday pharmaceuticals like paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin, which could help minimise their impact on the environment.

Historian’s new book reveals Swansea University’s key role during WW2 and its aftermath

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:36:00 +0000

The history of Swansea University comes under the microscope in a new book published to mark the university’s centenary year in 2020.

University professor honoured for exceptional contribution to innovation and science

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:21:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Professor Dave Worsley has won a prestigious St David Award for his contribution to Innovation, Science and Technology.

Young people benefit from Swansea University’s community grant during pandemic

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:48:00 +0000

Swansea University has awarded a community grant of £250 to homelessness charity Llamau.

Swansea student’s role helping to ensure hospital staff stay protected

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 14:35:00 +0000

A Swansea University student is playing a key role in managing supplies of PPE at one of the hospitals hit hardest by the pandemic.

Swansea University researchers take up cancer fundraising baton

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:40:00 +0000

Cancer researchers from Swansea University have set themselves the epic challenge of cycling more than 4,500km this June to raise money for Tenovus Cancer Care and Maggies Cancer Centres.

Academi Hywel Teifi contributes to Tafwyl’s programme of events

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:50:00 +0000

The partnership between Swansea University's Academi Hywel Teifi and Tafwyl continues once again this year as the popular festival moves online due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Free English lessons go online to continue during lockdown

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:09:00 +0000

Swansea University’s free English language lessons for beginners are still going strong despite lockdown.

Be part of new project to shape mental health and wellbeing support in Wales after Covid-19

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 17:48:00 +0000

Researchers behind a major new study charting how the people of Wales have coped with coronavirus are appealing for volunteers to share their experiences.

Recovering from coronavirus: new ventilator can save lives and create jobs

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:54:00 +0000

A team of Swansea doctors and engineers has designed a new ventilator that can be built quickly from local parts and – crucially - used even for patients with severe coronavirus. Until now, ventilator designs could either be one or the other, but not both.

PhD student wins Swansea University 3MT competition final

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:28:00 +0000

A Swansea University PhD student has won the Swansea University Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final.

Swansea reaches its highest ever position in the Complete University Guide

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 12:58:00 +0000

Swansea University has been ranked joint 32^nd in the 2021 Complete University Guide League Tables – its highest ever position.

Real living wage accreditation for Swansea University

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:16:00 +0000

Swansea University has been accredited as a real living wage employer by the Living Wage Foundation (LWF).

Swansea University student crowned UK FameLab champion

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 15:43:00 +0000

Swansea University student Rebecca Ellis has been declared this year’s UK champion of FameLab - the world’s foremost science communication competition.

Discovery: More than 50 years of changing lives

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 10:58:00 +0000

As part of Volunteers’ Week across the UK (1-7 June), we look at the way Discovery continues to help change lives in South Wales and across the globe.

S4 Science: Online science resources keep kids learning during lockdown

Fri, 29 May 2020 16:06:00 +0000

Outreach scientists and academics from Swansea University have been hard at work in their kitchens and gardens producing online science workshops, lessons, and science club content to give school students the support and resources they need to continue their science learning from home, during lockdown.

Researchers develop new method to map cholesterol metabolism in brain

Fri, 29 May 2020 14:40:00 +0000

A team of researchers led by Swansea University have developed new technology to monitor cholesterol in brain tissue which could uncover its relation to neurodegenerative disease and pave the way for the development of new treatments.

Swansea University announces it will be open and ready to teach at the start of the new academic year

Wed, 27 May 2020 14:30:00 +0000

Swansea University has announced its intention to be open and ready to teach online and in person at the beginning of the new academic year in September 2020.

Medical School head appointed to board of local NHS

Wed, 27 May 2020 10:11:00 +0000

Professor Keith Lloyd, head of Swansea University’s Medical School, has been appointed Independent Member of the Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB).

Viruses in lobsters: study sheds light on disease and fragile ecosystems

Tue, 26 May 2020 10:45:00 +0000

Levels of virus infection in lobsters seem to be related to habitat and other species, new studies of Caribbean marine protected areas have shown.

Imperial Subjects: Wales and South Asia – digital discussion a big success

Fri, 22 May 2020 15:30:00 +0000

A digital discussion session on the imperial links between South Asia and Wales brought together more than 150 delegates from all over the globe, attending via Zoom.

Swansea University’s double success reaching FameLab final

Fri, 22 May 2020 13:15:00 +0000

Nine of the finest new science voices from across the country, including two from Swansea University, will battle to represent the UK in FameLab – the world’s foremost science communication competition.

Antarctic climate change research with Tasmania gets go-ahead

Thu, 21 May 2020 16:30:00 +0000

Research into the effect of climate change in the Antarctic has been boosted by an award of $20 million (£10 million) from the Australian government for work led by the University of Tasmania in partnership with Swansea University glaciologists.

New study examines risks facing frontline medical staff during pandemic

Thu, 21 May 2020 14:50:00 +0000

A leading Swansea University clinician is among a group of experts calling for the introduction of a risk assessment for frontline health professionals treating coronavirus patients.

Public torn over COVID-19 contact tracing apps, study shows

Thu, 21 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000

A study by researchers at Swansea University and Manchester University suggest that people are torn over whether they will use the COVID-19 contact tracing smartphone app, which is planned for release in the UK later this month.

Medical School appoints two honorary professors in pharmacy

Thu, 21 May 2020 13:26:00 +0000

Swansea University Medical School has appointed two key members of staff as it prepares to launch its new pharmacy course.

Swansea academics receive Learned Society of Wales medals

Thu, 21 May 2020 10:47:00 +0000

Two academics from Swansea University are among the latest recipients of the Learned Society of Wales’ medals, announced at the Society’s AGM on Wednesday, 20th May.

Swansea University experts deliver Welsh-medium science activities online as part of virtual Eisteddfod

Wed, 20 May 2020 13:12:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University will launch a series of Welsh-medium online activities for children as part of the alternative, redesigned Urdd National Eisteddfod event to be held online from 25-30 May.

Hillary Clinton praises Swansea University’s response to Covid-19 crisis

Mon, 18 May 2020 11:46:00 +0000

Secretary Hillary Clinton has praised Swansea University staff and students for their “critical response” to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Bryan Washington wins £30,000 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Thu, 14 May 2020 19:15:00 +0000

Twenty-seven-year-old American writer Bryan Washington has been named the winner of the £30,000 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize for his debut short story collection, LOT.

Care homes and frontline housing teams now using University-made hand sanitiser

Thu, 14 May 2020 11:52:00 +0000

Frontline housing workers, homelessness support services and the people they look after, many of whom are vulnerable, are the latest groups to be using hand sanitiser made at Swansea University, where a solar tech lab has temporarily switched to producing 5000 litres a week during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Medical School wins major boost to nanomedicine research

Wed, 13 May 2020 15:49:00 +0000

Swansea University Medical School has secured a prestigious funding boost to accelerate the transition from discovery research to development projects in the field of nanomedicine.

£5m funding announced for primary and emergency care research in Wales

Wed, 13 May 2020 14:22:00 +0000

The Welsh Government is to invest £4.85m over the next five years on research into primary and emergency care in Wales, which will involve Swansea University.

Professor to deliver keynote address at unique virtual research summit

Fri, 08 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Professor Steve Conlan will be the keynote speaker at the world’s first virtual summit on cancer and immunology research.

Innovative online test set to welcome more international students to Swansea University

Thu, 07 May 2020 13:21:00 +0000

International students who want to study in Swansea will now be able to sit a crucial English language test online, ensuring their University applications can continue as normal.

Nursing graduate’s pride at being part of NHS

Thu, 07 May 2020 12:23:00 +0000

A Swansea University graduate has spoken of her immense pride at being part of the NHS during the Covid-19 pandemic.

University's help for disabled people and their Shared Lives carers during lockdown

Wed, 06 May 2020 13:06:00 +0000

Disabled young people and adults will be able to benefit from health and wellbeing advice from Swansea University as they cope with life in lockdown.

Short story launched for young children in South Wales

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:14:00 +0000

Freshwater Interdisciplinary Research and Engagement (FIRE) Lab at Swansea University have helped launch a short-animated film for young children in South Wales and beyond.

New study to identify highest risk factors for COVID-19

Wed, 06 May 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Scientists from across the UK, including Swansea University, are calling on the public to sign up to a new study which will help identify who is most at risk of contracting COVID-19 and why some people become more ill than others with the disease.

Academics help give pupils a virtual view of University life

Fri, 01 May 2020 14:25:00 +0000

Swansea University academics are among the world-leading experts sharing their knowledge to help Welsh sixthformers with their studies during lockdown.

Research into lockdown: do short-term benefits translate into long-term benefits?

Fri, 01 May 2020 11:51:00 +0000

New research from Swansea University suggests that short, intensive lockdowns to flatten the COVID-19 epidemic curve could actually cost more lives – and instead the overall case numbers could be minimized by introducing a range of measures over a long period of time.

Nursing students say they are ready to play their part during pandemic

Fri, 01 May 2020 09:13:00 +0000

Swansea nursing students say they are proud to be able to face the challenge of joining the NHS during the pandemic.

The show must go on! Swansea student helps keep choir singing during pandemic

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:57:00 +0000

They may not be able to rehearse in person but a Swansea University student has found a way for his choir to keep performing during the coronavirus outbreak.

University announces new three-year partnership with Swansea City

Fri, 01 May 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is delighted to announce a new three-year partnership with Swansea City Football Club until the end of the 2022-23 season.

Waves and tides overshadow human impact on marine life in Swansea Bay

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:30:00 +0000

The biggest impacts on the sea life in Swansea Bay come from waves and tides rather than human activity, a wide-ranging new study - encompassing over 170 species of fish and other sea life such as crabs, squid and starfish - has revealed.

University’s link to Wuhan brings experts together in fight against Covid-19

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 18:05:00 +0000

Swansea University has used its unique connection to Wuhan to bring together health experts from across Wales with some of the first medics to tackle coronavirus.

Researchers looking for child participants in online survey on health and wellbeing

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:57:00 +0000

Researchers at Swansea University are looking to ask children age 8-11 to take part in an online questionnaire to understand more about their health and wellbeing during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Swansea University academics Honoured by Welsh Academy

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Five Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

Funding for team to test speed clean of ambulances carrying Covid-19 patients

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has successfully won funding to reduce the time it takes to sanitise ambulances after carrying a suspected Covid-19 positive patient.

University language training beats lockdown by launching online CELTA programme

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:05:00 +0000

Swansea University’s English Language Training Services is continuing to run its prestigious Cambridge CELTA programme despite the lockdown.

Experts demand urgent government action to prevent coronavirus suicide risk

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Governments need to give ‘urgent consideration’ to their public health response to prevent any possible impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the number of suicides, experts warn.

School of Law’s research centre invited to join global counter-terrorism research network

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:55:00 +0000

The Cyber Threats Research Center (CYTREC), based at the Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law at Swansea University, has been formally invited to join the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate’s (CTED) Global Research Network (GRN).

Swansea University professor becomes Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 17:06:00 +0000

Swansea University academic Norah Keating is among a group of eminent social scientists who have been honoured by the Academy of Social Sciences.

Extinction of threatened marine megafauna would lead to huge loss in functional diversity

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000

The extinction of threatened marine megafauna species could result in larger than expected losses in functional diversity, according to research led by Swansea University.

Coronavirus lockdown: new study into the effect on physical activity and wellbeing

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 12:06:00 +0000

A team of researchers has launched a new study to examine the effect of the UK Government’s lockdown strategy on the population’s physical activity levels and wellbeing during the Covid-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 social distancing having significant impact on mental health, study shows

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:34:00 +0000

A study by researchers at Swansea University and Manchester University shows social distancing and isolation is having a significant impact on people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Trio of Swansea University scientists go from lab bench to backbench

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:29:00 +0000

A trio of Swansea University scientists swapped their lab coats for legislation when they spent a week in Westminster at the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall.

University psychologists provide support to isolated patients

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:58:00 +0000

Swansea patients whose appointments have had to be cancelled because of coronavirus are getting expert support over the phone instead so they can continue their treatment.

Swansea students develop solution to improve emergency vehicle response times

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 12:40:00 +0000

A team of Swansea University students have developed a solution to improve emergency vehicle response times in a worldwide competition involving over 40 universities.

From solar to sanitiser – Uni team producing 5000 litres a week for NHS 

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +0000

A solar tech lab at Swansea University has temporarily switched to producing 5000 litres of hand sanitiser a week, to help the NHS fight the Covid-19 outbreak.   

The sanitiser, which meets the standard set by the World Health Organization, is already in use in the local NHS.

COVID-19 and the 1918-19 ‘Spanish Flu’: differences give us a measure of hope

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:08:00 +0000

Dr Michael Bresalier, lecturer in the History of Medicine at Swansea University, has published a historical perspective that highlights important differences between COVID-19 and the 1918-19 influenza pandemic.

Technocamps shortlisted for new Welsh STEM Award

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:06:00 +0000

Swansea University’s innovative schools’ outreach programme is in the running for a top award for its work promoting diversity in the world of science education.

University maternity expert hosting free online antenatal classes

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 16:09:00 +0000

Mums-to-be whose antenatal classes have had to be cancelled because of the coronavirus are now taking advantage of free online advice from a Swansea University expert.

Student support for disabled people continues through virus crisis

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000

Student volunteers who work with disabled adults are staying in touch with them despite the coronavirus crisis, by offering support over the phone and getting them involved in online activities to help others.

Debut poets dominate the shortlist for the 15th anniversary of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 07:45:00 +0000

Celebrating the Prize’s 15^th anniversary, the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize recalls its namesake thanks to the dominance of young and experimental poets showcased on its shortlist each of whom are in the running for the £30,000 prize.

Medical students join NHS workforce to battle coronavirus

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:09:00 +0000

Final year medical students from Swansea University are joining NHS staff in the fight against Covid-19.

University’s high-tech help to share vital health information

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:39:00 +0000

Innovation experts at Swansea University are playing a key role in improving the way hospitals use information about patients.

Couple return to leave their own mark on campus where they met

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:04:00 +0000

A couple returned to Swansea University to leave their own legacy at the place where they first met more than 60 years ago.

How your CoronaDiary could help us understand more about living through a pandemic

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:34:00 +0000

Has living with isolation and social distancing inspired you to put pen to paper? If so, you could be part of an unique social research project examining how society lives through coronavirus.

Legal academic helps endorse guidance for home buyers in health crisis

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:10:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been working alongside The Law Society to endorse industry-wide guidance to conveyancing firms advising clients on house moves during the coronavirus crisis.

South Wales industry consortium established to support the NHS covid 19 response

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 11:35:00 +0000

Teams from across Swansea University are coming together to support a newly established consortium – SWARM (The South Wales Additive and Rapid Manufacturing Consortium) in its mission to support NHS Wales’ covid-19 response.

Health and Care Research Wales announce £4.5m investment in SAIL Databank

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:18:00 +0000

The new funding, which will maintain SAIL Databank for at least the next 5 years, comes as part of a £44 million investment package from Welsh Government into health and social care research to improve care and services.

Students get set to support frontline NHS colleagues during virus crisis

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:27:00 +0000

Midwifery and paramedic students from Swansea University will be lending their support to frontline NHS colleagues in the fight to against the coronavirus pandemic.

Swansea couple produce hand sanitiser amid Covid-19 pandemic

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:15:00 +0000

A Swansea University lecturer and her husband have transformed their popular business to produce approved hand sanitiser amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Snake venom evolved for prey not protection

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:52:00 +0000

It is estimated that every year, over 100,000 human deaths can be attributed to snakebite from the world’s 700 venomous snake species – all inflicted in self-defence when the snakes feel threatened by encroaching humans. However, new research from a joint Bangor/Swansea team concludes that snake venom did not evolve as a defence mechanism.

CADR secures funding boost to support ageing research in Wales

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 11:30:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR) has been awarded £2.8m in funding to extend their project for a further five years until 2025.

Technocamps launch virtual resources to aid schools and pupils

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 11:23:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Technocamps project have launched a series of free online resources to support pupils, teachers and parents amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Staff give medical supplies and space to help NHS tackle coronavirus

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:30:00 +0000

Staff at Swansea University have rallied together to provide essential items to their local hospital to support them during the Covid-19 outbreak.

Students step in to offer childcare to vital health workers

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:45:00 +0000

A group of Swansea University students have come up with a practical way of helping NHS staff during the coronavirus pandemic.

Semiconductors can behave like metals and superconductors

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:19:00 +0000

The crystal structure at the surface of semiconductor materials can make them behave like metals and even like superconductors, a joint Swansea/Rostock research team has shown. The discovery potentially opens the door to advances like more energy-efficient electronic devices.

Centenary appeal to former CELTA students

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:30:00 +0000

As part of Swansea University’s Centenary celebrations, its English Language Training Services has embarked on a global hunt to track down former students.

Swansea University shortlisted for three prestigious nursing awards

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:31:00 +0000

Two outstanding Swansea University students are in the running for the Most Inspirational Student of the Year award in this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards.

Swansea University playing key role in dementia research

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 12:08:00 +0000

Health records from over 80% of the Welsh population have been used to create the UK’s first national-scale health database for dementia research, which is housed at Swansea University.

750,000 seeds planted in Wales in UK’s biggest seagrass restoration scheme 

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 11:40:00 +0000

Sky Ocean Rescue, WWF and Swansea University have marked a major milestone in the biggest seagrass restoration project ever undertaken in the UK – planting over 750,000 seagrass seeds in Dale Bay in Pembrokeshire.

University holds bike ride to celebrate International Women’s Day

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:15:00 +0000

Swansea University staff and students celebrated International Women’s Day with a group cycle ride from the University campuses to the Civic Centre.

Major doctoral training boost for Swansea University

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:31:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded £2.9million for the EPSRC Doctoral Training Partnership 2020-21.

Researchers detect Lamb shift in antihydrogen

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:10:00 +0000

Swansea University physicists, as leading members of the ALPHA collaboration at CERN, have reported the first measurement of fine structure in Antihydrogen that relates to Willis Lamb’s famous discovery almost 70 years ago.

How best to integrate renewable energy sources into the electricity grid

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000

A team from the University's Energy Safety Research Institute will be examining how best to integrate renewable energy sources into the UK power grid, helping to cut carbon emissions, thanks to a new £244,000 research award from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Oriel Science returns to Waterfront Museum for Super Science Swansea

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:33:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Oriel Science will be returning to the National Waterfront Museum on Sunday, 8 March to host “Super Science Swansea” as part of British Science Week.

Major award for project engaging young people with the world of books

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 16:34:00 +0000

DylanED, a Swansea University initiative aimed at introducing children and young people to the world of literature, will receive a major boost from the Rhys Davies Trust over the next three years.

Swansea University expands free legal advice clinic, following surge in demand

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 15:33:00 +0000

Since launching in August 2017, the number of clients accessing free legal advice from students at Swansea University’s Law Clinic has more than doubled.

Swansea student stars in Brain Tumour Awareness campaign

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:23:00 +0000

A Swansea University student, who was inspired to pursue a career in healthcare following the death of his father and grandad to brain tumours, is starring in a campaign to help find a cure for the disease.

Student ambassadors appointed to promote Welsh language study at Swansea University

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 16:38:00 +0000

The Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol has recruited four student ambassadors at Swansea University who will work to encourage more prospective students to study part of their degree courses through Welsh.

Swansea to host Richard Burton Film Festival

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 15:58:00 +0000

Six films starring Richard Burton will be screened at Swansea’s Cinema & Co as part of a one-off festival celebrating the life of the Hollywood icon from Pontrhydyfen.

Double success for University drug resistance research

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 13:29:00 +0000

Swansea University research into the threat posed by antifungal drug resistance has been highlighted in two prestigious international journals.

Smarter, cleaner, greener steel

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 11:33:00 +0000

Climate change groups, companies and university researchers from across the UK have been exploring how they can contribute to a smart, green and clean steel industry, at an event organised by the Swansea-led SUSTAIN project.

Major study shows climate change can cause abrupt impacts on dryland ecosystems

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 09:50:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has contributed to a major study published in the journal Science, which shows the increases in aridity in some parts of the world may produce abrupt changes of ecosystems in areas where more than 2 billion people live.

University’s new course gets set to revive city’s pharmacy training tradition

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 14:29:00 +0000

Plans for the launch of Swansea University’s new pharmacy degree programme are now well under way but it won’t be the first time future pharmacists have been trained in the city.

Life science innovation project wins extra €5m investment

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:22:00 +0000

A unique Irish-Welsh partnership involving life science expertise at Swansea University has won €5 million of additional funding.

First Minister launches research centre to develop future engineers in Wales

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:29:00 +0000

New engineering research institute set to deliver high impact, fundamental and applied research through academia-industry partnerships, marked by launch with First Minister.

The world’s biggest iceberg is about to enter the open ocean

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:07:00 +0000

Scientists from Swansea University have revealed that A68, the world’s largest iceberg, is about to enter the open ocean for the first time.

University wins funding for two projects to help public contribute to research

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded funding from the UK government for two projects, which will enable the public to contribute to research and innovation projects that affect their lives.

Volunteers plant 50 oak trees to mark Swansea University’s centenary

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 16:04:00 +0000

As part of Swansea University’s 100th birthday celebrations, staff and student volunteers have planted 50 oak trees across the University’s Singleton and Bay campuses.

Student nurse Laura shows her commitment to patient wellbeing

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:08:00 +0000

A Swansea University student has launched a campaign to collect basic toiletries and resources for hospital patients who are unable to access them themselves.

New bushfire satellite images give early warning of long term effects

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 10:18:00 +0000

New data from Swansea University has showed that the bushfires raging in Australia are likely to pollute air quality over a very wide geographical area and could have a long term negative impact on public health.

Awards celebrate research and innovation at Swansea University

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 14:12:00 +0000

From the screening of infectious diseases, to early diagnosis of bowel cancer, understanding the environmental impact of wildfires, responding to online terrorist propaganda, developing safety equipment for professional athletes and showcasing Science in the community; the astonishing range of research and innovation carried out at Swansea University was in the spotlight at the Research and Innovation Awards 2020.

University in Top 100 LGBT Inclusive Employers

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:01:00 +0000

Swansea University has been named in the UK’s top 100 most inclusive employers for LGBT staff for the fifth year in a row.

Swansea Soapbox Science 2020 appeals for speakers

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 09:51:00 +0000

Swansea University is appealing for female scientists and engineers to take part in this year’s Soapbox Science by hitting the streets of Swansea to share their passion and inspire the next generation of scientists.

University joins quest to discover why some patients stay cancer-free

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 08:45:00 +0000

Eminent philanthropist and three-time cancer survivor James Hull has joined forces with six universities across the country to investigate why cancer returns in some people and not others.

Swansea University awarded Erasmus funding to support Texas student exchanges

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 14:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has been awarded €131,400 (£112,588) funding to support student mobility between Swansea and the University of Houston.

International and under-represented voices dominate the longlist for the 15th anniversary of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:40:00 +0000

This year's Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize longlist combines a rich, international collection of young, experimental writers who are offering platforms for under-represented voices and exploring pressing social and world themes across identity, culture and power.

Swansea zoologist wins prestigious Humboldt Research Award

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 13:23:00 +0000

Rory Wilson, a distinguished professor of zoology at Swansea University, has been granted a Humboldt Research Award by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation of Germany.

From touchscreens to 5G: carbon nanotube production gets green light

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:50:00 +0000

A new method of producing carbon nanotubes - tiny molecules with incredible physical properties used in touchscreen displays (pictured), 5G networks and flexible electronics – has been given the green light by researchers, meaning work in this crucial field can continue.

Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize heads to Jaipur Literature Festival to announce its 2020 longlist live in celebration of its 15th year

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:22:00 +0000

To celebrate 15 years of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize, the Prize is announcing this year's longlist live from the Jaipur Literature Festival.

Cancer diagnosis centre cuts waits from 84 days to 6

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 15:07:00 +0000

A rapid diagnosis centre has cut waiting times for patients with non-specific symptoms who may have cancer from 84 days to 6, and it costs less than current usual care if used at more than 80% of capacity, a new study by Swansea University researchers and NHS colleagues has shown.

Multi-million pound funding secured for City Deal

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 11:25:00 +0000

A multi-million pound early new year present has arrived to turbo-charge the Swansea Bay City Deal.

University-designed programme increases children’s knowledge of their carbon footprint

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 11:19:00 +0000

An interdisciplinary team at Swansea and Bangor universities have designed a programme which encourages school-aged children to think about their personal impact on climate change.

Internet use reduces study skills in university students

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 09:06:00 +0000

Research conducted at Swansea University and the University of Milan has shown that students who use digital technology excessively are less motivated to engage with their studies, and are more anxious about tests. This effect was made worse by the increased feelings of loneliness that use of digital technology produced.

Student entrepreneurs win support from successful alumni in new mentorship programme

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:02:00 +0000

Successful formers students have returned to Swansea University to help encourage the next generation of young entrepreneurs.

International experts call for unified approach to addressing loneliness in letter to The Lancet

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 23:30:00 +0000

International experts, including researchers from Swansea University, have published a letter in The Lancet medical journal calling for a unified approach to addressing the global challenge of loneliness.

University pays tribute to Taliesin pioneer Sybil Crouch

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 17:16:00 +0000

It is with great sadness that we heard Sybil Crouch, formerly the Head of Cultural Services and leader of Taliesin Arts Centre at Swansea University, has died.

New research shows domestic animals link virus spread among humans and wildlife

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Our domesticated animals - both pets and livestock – hold the key to the spread of viruses among humans and wildlife according to new research involving Swansea University.

New breastfeeding textbook to give support to medical professionals

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 11:15:00 +0000

A new textbook aimed at supporting the medical profession to give accurate and up-to-date breastfeeding guidance is released.

New study shows how patients’ health values can impact vital pelvic floor treatment

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 10:50:00 +0000

Researchers and health professionals in Swansea have revealed the value women put on their own health can have a direct effect on the success of medical treatment for pelvic floor problems.

Swansea University celebrates first degree apprenticeship graduates in Wales

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:55:00 +0000

Swansea University is this week celebrating the success of the first degree apprenticeship graduates in Wales.

Students plant 800 new trees on city’s Kilvey Hill

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:45:00 +0000

Students have planted nearly 800 new trees on Swansea’s Kilvey Hill, helped by local residents, scouts and police officers, in a community event funded by the University.

Research finds positive community action can help coral reef health

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 12:47:00 +0000

New research has found that positive community action can boost fish numbers in coral reefs and safeguard fish numbers there in the future.

Student overcomes life-changing health setbacks to secure Master’s

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:04:00 +0000

A Swansea University student who battled back from losing his sight and undergoing a kidney transplant is celebrating after graduating with a master’s degree.

Swansea University appoints new governing body Chair

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University is pleased to announce that Bleddyn Phillips has been appointed as its new Chair of Council.

Five guest judges announced for the 15th anniversary of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:01:00 +0000

To celebrate the 15^th anniversary of the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize, the custodians of the Prize, Swansea University, have announced for the first time that five guest judges will be joining Chairman Professor Dai Smith CBE and Professor Kurt Heinzelman in selecting the 2020 winner of the world’s biggest prize for young writers.

Mother overcomes family battle to graduate with law degree

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:44:00 +0000

A Swansea mum whose battle over her autistic son’s education inspired her to study law has now pledged to help other families following her graduation from Swansea University.

New study reveals steps to suicide prevention in young Welsh people

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:28:00 +0000

Reducing adverse childhood experiences, preventing alcohol and substance misuse, and improving education and training opportunities are some key ways to help prevent suicide in Welsh children and young people.

Nursing graduate’s new life after winning drugs battle

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 14:03:00 +0000

A former drug addict who turned her life around has graduated from Swansea University and become a nurse so she can help others.

Why University is so special to couple after more than 60 years

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:19:00 +0000

A couple who fell in love at Swansea University in the early 1950s say the organisation will always hold a special place in their hearts.

Outdoor learning is good for pupils and teachers

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:44:00 +0000

Outdoor learning has had a positive impact on both children and staff at a Swansea primary school, boosting their wellbeing and pupil attitudes to learning.

Swansea become first university in Wales to open zero waste shop

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 10:45:00 +0000

Swansea University have become the first university in Wales to open a zero waste shop.

The Welsh Varsity will return to Swansea next year with the university sporting showpiece taking place on Wednesday, April 29.

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 11:30:00 +0000

The Welsh Varsity will return to Swansea next year with the university sporting showpiece taking place on Wednesday, April 29.

Art exhibition shares stories from rural Bangladesh

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 15:30:00 +0000

An exhibition of work by prominent Bangladeshi artists, which draws on the experience of rural poverty in the country, is to open at Swansea University on 19 December.

Swansea University collaborates with council for woodland project

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 13:47:00 +0000

Swansea University has helped to restore ancient coppice at Landore Social Club and lay hedges at the Liberty Stadium in a bid to revitalise the Hafod-Morfa Copperworks site with Swansea Council.

Irish Consul General’s praise for life sciences partnership

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:36:00 +0000

The Irish Consul General to Wales visited Swansea University Medical School for a special briefing about the Celtic Advanced Life Science Innovation Network (CALIN).

Study shows lake methane emissions should prompt rethink on climate change

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 10:03:00 +0000

A new study from Swansea University has given new insights into how the greenhouse gas methane is being produced in the surface waters of lakes, which should signal a rethink on the global methane cycle.

New book discusses why breastfeeding grief and trauma matter

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:15:00 +0000

A new book by a Swansea University academic explores what breastfeeding means to women, how they feel when things don’t work out and importantly, how care, support and outcomes can be improved for future generations of women.

In profile: Swansea University at CERN

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:19:00 +0000

CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is one of the world's largest and most respected centres for scientific research. Home to the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), which is located 100m underground and consists of a 27-kilometre ring of superconducting magnets, CERN’s history dates back to the 1940s and is the birthplace of the World Wide Web.

Twins’ journey to become doctors sees them reunited in Swansea

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 16:51:00 +0000

Identical twins Will and Alex Carroll-Adams have been reunited at Swansea University as they both pursue their ambition to become doctors.

University and Swansea Tree Forum plant trees for National Tree Week

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:26:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) and Swansea Tree Forum have planted a number of trees outside the city’s Guildhall as part of their commitment to offset work related staff travel with tree planting.

Swansea University collaboration promotes science education in Wales

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 15:38:00 +0000

Swansea University is collaborating with OXIS Energy UK Ltd to support the development of enhanced lithium metal anodes to improve the cycle life of lithium-sulfur or Li-S batteries, rechargeable batteries, notable for their high specific energy.

Research shows old newspapers can be used to grow carbon nanotubes

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 10:35:00 +0000

A research collaboration between Rice University and the Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University has found that old newspapers can be used as a low cost, eco-friendly material on which to grow single walled carbon nanotubes on a large scale.

Academics call for targeted healthcare for pregnant women and new mums with depression

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Swansea University academics are calling for improved and targeted healthcare for pregnant women and new mothers who experience depression, following a new study looking at the impact of depression and anti-depressants.

Clinton’s call for society to show courage in the face of inequality

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:20:00 +0000

Hillary Rodham Clinton has paid tribute to the women who have inspired her throughout her career at a special event hosted by Swansea University.

Hillary Clinton meets the first cohort of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Scholarship programme at Swansea University

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 18:38:00 +0000

Hillary Rodham Clinton led a seminar with the first recipients of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Global Challenges Scholarship at Swansea University’s Singleton Campus earlier today (Thursday 14 November).

New advanced therapy for endometrial cancer granted US patent

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 15:18:00 +0000

Swansea University scientists’ hard work in the fight against endometrial cancer has seen them being granted a US patent for pioneering new therapy.

Technocamps offers curriculum fundamentals to educators across Wales

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 17:36:00 +0000

Technocamps recently hosted a day of learning for education professionals throughout Wales aimed at inspiring those who work in the sector.

Universities and the Extinction Rebellion generation

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:20:00 +0000

Today’s students are the Extinction Rebellion generation, global citizens who are more interested in contributing than consuming, Swansea University Vice Chancellor Professor Paul Boyle has told an international audience in Malaysia.

Swansea University secures £2.5m EU funding for creative ageing project

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Swansea University has secured £2.5m of EU funding to create a new research hub aimed at growing the global market for age-related products and services.

Academic’s new book helps parents-to-be how spot fake news about pregnancy, birth and babies.

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Swansea academic, bestselling author and leading infant feeding researcher Professor Amy Brown helps parents-to-be how to spot fake news on pregnancy, birth and babies in her new book Informed is Best.

Crab disease poses threat to shellfish stocks

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:45:00 +0000

Shore crabs carry parasites that pose a major threat to shellfish stocks. In a new study, Swansea University researchers have used several different detection methods, including taking DNA from seawater, to build up the first comprehensive picture of the problem.

University project helping primary pupils put climate crisis on the agenda

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 16:51:00 +0000

Primary school children from across Wales united to find out more about the climate crisis and what is being done to combat it.

Researcher joins Medical School team after gaining European Fellowship

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 12:31:00 +0000

Swansea University Medical School has welcomed a new researcher under a prestigious European scheme.

Swansea and Zambia team up to tackle plastic waste

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 14:42:00 +0000

Teachers and pupils at 14 schools in Swansea and Zambia have teamed up to tackle plastic waste, thanks to a partnership set up by Discovery, the Swansea University student volunteering charity.

£800,000 award to share benefits of solar technology

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

A Swansea-led project which will help communities in developing countries to generate their own solar power has been awarded £800,000 by the UK government.

£5.6 million investment in legal innovation for Swansea University Law School

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:25:00 +0000

Swansea University and the Welsh Government have today (30 October 2019) announced a £5.6 million investment in LegalTech and Access to Justice, as well as in countering terrorist and criminal use of the internet.

Dr Bridget Kerr collects award from the Confederation of European Probation

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 11:12:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Dr Bridget Kerr has won the 2019 Research Award of the Confederation of European Probation (CEP) for her PhD research on evaluation systems for probation services.

New study reveals girls more likely to be admitted to hospital after self-harming

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Girls in Wales are much more likely to end up in hospital after self-harming than boys according to new research led by Swansea University.

Professor addresses international conference on academic integrity

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 14:49:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has shared his expertise and experience in ethics and academic integrity with an international audience at an EU conference.

Swansea University joins consortium to develop the next generation of biosciences research and industry leaders

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:21:00 +0000

Swansea University is to join the SWBio Doctoral Training Partnership as an associate partner, following an £18.5m funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC).

Bloodhound LSR revealed in ‘desert spec’ ahead of high-speed trials

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:56:00 +0000

The Bloodhound Land Speed Record (LSR) team has revealed the car aiming to claim a new world land speed record next year, seen for the first time in completed desert spec as it begins its high-speed testing programme in the Hakskeenpan desert, Northern Cape, South Africa.

New study reveals that crabs can solve and remember their way around a maze

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 11:45:00 +0000

A new Swansea University study has revealed how common shore crabs can navigate their way around a complex maze and can even remember the route in order to find food.

University highlights global issues at first bioethics conference

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:58:00 +0000

Academics, students and health professionals gathered tackle some of today’s most pressing ethical issues at a special conference at Swansea University.

Primary pupils share research with leading AMs

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:22:00 +0000

Pupils from two Welsh primary schools have shared concerns about plastic waste and healthy eating with AMs at a special event hosted by Swansea University’s Morgan Academy.

Wales’ largest science festival returns to Swansea

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:56:00 +0000

Swansea University will once again showcase its inspiring research to the people of Swansea later this month as the Swansea Science Festival returns for a third year.

Award-winning playwright and artist announced as inaugural Creativity Fellows

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:28:00 +0000

Two artists have been chosen for inaugural Creativity Fellowships, Swansea University’s Cultural Institute has announced.

University gives pupils first-hand experience of nanotechnology

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:40:00 +0000

Pupils have been given an unique opportunity to find out more about nanotechnology at a special Swansea University workshop aimed at inspiring scientists of the future.

University honoured for dedication to equality

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 09:36:00 +0000

Swansea University is celebrating after being rewarded for its ongoing commitment to gender equality.

University to host charity beach walk

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 14:54:00 +0000

Swansea University's wellbeing service will be hosting a three-mile charity beach walk to raise awareness of suicide in young people.

University rewarded with Meningitis Aware Recognition Mark

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:32:00 +0000

Swansea University has retained its Meningitis Aware Recognition Mark for its ongoing commitment to raising awareness of the potentially deadly infection among students and staff.

Discovering the Mary Rose: Aaarrtt on the High Seas

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 09:18:00 +0000

A free family fun day all about Henry VIII’s warship the Mary Rose is to headline this year’s Being Human Festival, and visitors are welcomed to climb aboard for fantastical adventures on the high seas.

New £4.6m hub boosts access to vital data that will help transform respiratory health in the UK

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 08:36:00 +0000

Swansea University’s SAIL Databank plays key role in a £4.6m UK-wide consortium on improving lives of millions with respiratory illness.

New Ireland and Wales marine energy project launched at Ocean Energy Europe Conference

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 14:56:00 +0000

A new €4.2m cross-border project aiming to boost the marine energy industry in Wales and Ireland has been launched by Lesley Griffiths AM, the Welsh Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs.

£10m funding boost for adolescent mental health research

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000

A pioneering research centre focused on understanding and developing new ways of reducing anxiety and depression in young people will be established with funding of £10m from a major UK charity, the Wolfson Foundation.

High-tech opportunities set to inspire pupils

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:48:00 +0000

The holidays may be over but thanks to Technocamps, school pupils will be taking new skills and experiences into their next term.

Rare Japanese knotweed hybrid found in south Wales

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 12:56:00 +0000

A team of Swansea University scientists have discovered a rare Japanese knotweed hybrid in south Wales.

Acclaimed author Max Porter to discuss new novel at University event

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 09:53:00 +0000

Max Porter, the winner of the 2016 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize for his internationally-acclaimed debut novel 'Grief is the Thing with Feathers' , will join Dr Francesca Rhydderch at Swansea University to discuss and read from his globally anticipated, Booker longlisted second novel, Lanny.

University teams up with pharmacy chain ahead of new course

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 09:33:00 +0000

Students on Swansea University’s upcoming pharmacy course will be able to see high-tech developments in community pharmacy care at first hand, thanks to a new partnership.

Kindness is a top priority in a long-term partner according to a new international study

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 11:24:00 +0000

One of the top qualities that we look for in a long-term partner is kindness, according to new research by Swansea University.

Swansea University remains top in Wales in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 14:15:00 +0000

Swansea University has retained its position as the highest ranked university in Wales in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020.

Future Leaders: volcano expert and mathematician win fellowships to conduct research at Swansea

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Two researchers, a mathematician and a volcano expert, have been awarded Future Leaders fellowships by the UK government which will see them come to Swansea University to take forward their research.

Brexit referendum study finds voter fragmentation led to leave win

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 10:26:00 +0000

A new inter-disciplinary study by Swansea University mathematics and economics academics of the 2016 Brexit referendum, has shown that support for the Leave campaign drew from a far more similar demographic than the Remain campaign, which may have had implications in mobilising votes for those campaigning to stay in the EU.

A greener car industry - award for researcher’s work to cut energy used in car manufacturing

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 10:05:00 +0000

A Swansea University researcher who is developing more environmentally friendly techniques for car manufacturing has won a £1000 award from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow him to share his work with fellow experts.

University joins forces with college to help autistic students

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 09:51:00 +0000

Swansea University and Gower College Swansea have teamed up to support students with autistic spectrum conditions as they prepare to make the transition from college to university.

The life aquatic made clear with freshwater lens

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:41:00 +0000

A Swansea University doctoral student has found a way to view the life of plants and animals in murky waters – by using a lens of freshwater.

University celebrates the success of the first Degree Apprenticeship Graduates in Wales

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:50:00 +0000

Students and staff from Swansea University’s Degree Apprenticeship Programme in Applied Software Engineering recently gathered with local businesses and organisations to celebrate the success of the first learners to complete the three year course.

University partnership provides unique training environment for health students

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 17:14:00 +0000

Health students at Swansea University are now able to learn vital skills at a unique new training facility in the heart of a busy hospital.

University to host Symposium on City Deals

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 14:53:00 +0000

Are city deals the way ahead for those regions starved of private sector investment? That is the question being posed at a Swansea University conference for academics, politicians and those people most affected by the four regional partnerships being developed across Wales.

Academics call for structured drug monitoring in care homes

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 19:50:00 +0000

Swansea University academics call for policy makers, regulators and healthcare professionals to adopt a structured medicine monitoring system after research showed a positive impact on the care of people living in care homes and taking mental health medicines.

One million seeds to be planted in UK’s biggest seagrass restoration scheme

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 19:30:00 +0000

Sky Ocean Rescue, leading conservation organisation WWF and Swansea University are launching the biggest seagrass restoration project ever undertaken in the UK, to help this important habitat to thrive once again.

New study reveals carbon nanotubes measurement possible for the first time

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:03:00 +0000

Swansea University scientists have reported a new approach to measuring the conductivity between identical carbon nanotubes which could be used to help improve the efficiency of electrical power cables in the future.

University celebrates forging closer bonds with Texan partners

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 16:53:00 +0000

Swansea University has strengthened its long-standing links with Texas during a high-profile visit to the state by Vice-Chancellor Paul Boyle.

Professor wins international award for ongoing global collaborations

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:55:00 +0000

A leading Swansea University scientist has been named as the first winner of a prestigious international honour.

WISERD to receive major funding from ESRC to continue civil society research

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:51:00 +0000

A pioneering research collaboration involving Swansea University has won a multi-million pound funding boost.

Students use competition to accelerate their business journey

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 16:10:00 +0000

Entrepreneurial student from Swansea University are celebrating after winning cash backing to help them develop their unique business ideas.

Medical School appoints new Head of Graduate Entry Medicine

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 15:21:00 +0000

Swansea University Medical School has appointed a new Head of Graduate Entry Medicine.

Safer roads – research could lead to better witness evidence from road traffic collisions

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:48:00 +0000

Getting better witness evidence in road traffic collisions, which is essential in prosecuting dangerous drivers, is the aim of a research trial currently being carried out by Swansea University experts and South Wales Police.

Graduates team up to make their green dream a reality

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 17:25:00 +0000

A trio of Swansea students didn’t just bond over their passion for the planet, they went on to a forge fantastic new idea for a green business of their own.

Law professor’s dedication rewarded with national honour

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 01:53:00 +0000

A Swansea University academic has been recognised for his dedication to teaching and inspiring the next generation of lawyers.

School pupils experience Swansea University for activity day

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 16:50:00 +0000

Hosted by the University’s Welfare@CampusLife team, Year 10 pupils at Bishop Gore Comprehensive School in Sketty got the chance to try the Skills for Life programme offered to students.

£1.3m funding boost for south Wales’ semiconductor industry

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:08:00 +0000

The Welsh Government has announced a new £1.3 million project to develop world-leading process technologies for a range of applications, including autonomous vehicles, novel devices for clean energy, future mobility, artificial intelligence, advanced packaging, and biosensors and wearable sensors.

Study shows Britain can expect warmer summers to be wetter

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:46:00 +0000

A study of twelve centuries of climate reveal Europe should prepare for wetter as well as drier summers as the climate warms.

Inaugural Biopesticide Summit provides platform for international collaboration

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:43:00 +0000

Swansea University and Swansea University-based company Bionema Ltd hosted the inaugural Biopesticide Summit in July this year, with the aim of providing an international platform for collaboration and partnership.

Diabetes experts share innovative research into elite cycling team

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 12:02:00 +0000

Sport and exercise science experts from Swansea University have shared their world-leading research into how elite cyclists contend with diabetes at an international conference.

New scholarship to mark Hywel Teifi Edwards’ significant contribution to Welsh culture

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:48:00 +0000

Swansea University’s Academi Hywel Teifi has launched an appeal to establish a new scholarship in memory of Hywel Teifi Edwards at the Eisteddfod in Llanrwst.

Brewing up a storm! Orders pour in for former student's alcohol-free beer

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 16:28:00 +0000

A former Swansea University student has shaken up the drinks industry with her non-alcoholic craft beer business.

Students launch discount app to help revitalise the high street

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:10:00 +0000

Two Swansea University students have launched an app that will allow people to gain exclusive discounts around Swansea and in turn help local charities and independent businesses.

Swansea University celebrate highest-ever BUCS finish

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:19:00 +0000

With a new academic year around the corner, Swansea University and its sports teams celebrated their highest-ever finish in a British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) season.

Students launch retro and vintage clothing store in city centre

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:17:00 +0000

two swansea university students have tapped into the growing demand for retro and second-hand clothing with the opening of their vintage clothes store in swansea.

New study shows charred vegetation remains help to lessen overall carbon emission from wildfires

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 15:41:00 +0000

The extensive outbreak of wildfires in the arctic and the vast amounts of CO2 they are emitting have been hitting the headlines across the world with their extent being unprecedented since satellite observations of fire began.

Forging the Future: Partnership Drives Engineering Breakthroughs for Fusion Energy

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:45:00 +0000

A strategic partnership between Swansea University and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is helping to address one of the most ambitious scientific and engineering challenges of modern times: replicating the power of the sun on Earth through fusion energy.

How universities can lead the way to a sustainable future

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:38:00 +0000

Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is an immediate reality, affecting communities, ecosystems and economies across the globe.

Thinking about the future following A-level results day

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:19:00 +0000

Many thousands of students in Wales and England have reached a significant milestone as they receive their A-level exam results. For many there will be well-deserved celebrations as they secure their places at universities. However, others may face more uncertainty.

Celebrating the achievements of the class of 2024

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:36:00 +0000

As the academic year draws to a close, it is a time to celebrate and congratulate the significant achievements of the class of 2024.

Celebrating our international community

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:17:00 +0000

At Swansea University, we have always been justifiably proud of our diverse community of students and staff, who bring with them experiences and perspectives from countries across the world. It is our mission to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment here in Swansea, which promotes and celebrates the many benefits of internationalisation and of Wales.

What are universities for? A look ahead to 2024

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:53:00 +0000

As he assumes the role of Chair of Universities Wales, Vice-Chancellor of Swansea University, Professor Paul Boyle looks ahead to the role of universities in Wales, both today and in the future.

Glimmers of hope on the horizon to protect research and innovation in Wales

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:57:00 +0000

There are glimmers of hope but the threat to research and innovation in Wales due to the loss of EU funding remains serious, writes Swansea University Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Boyle.

Rejoining Horizon Europe is good news, says Vice-Chancellor

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:28:00 +0000

Professor Paul Boyle, Vice-Chancellor of Swansea University, welcomes the news that the UK is rejoining the EU’s £80 billion Horizon research programme:

What represents good value in Higher Education?

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:20:00 +0000

In discussing the value of Higher Education, let us not make the mistake of reducing it to letters or numbers alone, remembering instead that not everything that counts can be counted, writes Professor Paul Boyle, Vice-Chancellor.

Levelling up will fail if UK Government does not protect research and innovation in Wales

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:15:00 +0000

Levelling up will fail if UK Government does not protect research and innovation in Wales, writes Professor Paul Boyle, Vice-Chancellor.

Threat to research is a threat to our economy: companies and innovation will suffer unless UK Government protects at-risk projects

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:21:00 +0000

Companies and innovation will suffer unless UK Government protects at-risk research projects, writes Professor Paul Boyle, Vice-Chancellor.

HE in Wales: valued and thriving

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:55:00 +0000

I have had the privilege of working for universities in Northern Ireland, England and, since 2021, Wales, and so have experience of the higher education sector in three of the United Kingdom’s nations.

Technology can keep on going 24/7 – we aren’t meant to!

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 12:43:00 +0000

By Professor Judith Lamie, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for International Engagement at Swansea University. Written as a guest article for HEPI.

A small price to pay to protect vital innovation - UK government must act fast to support at-risk research

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 12:19:00 +0000

Post-Brexit alternatives to European funding for research and innovation must match previous sums. Without this vital cash, our universities will suffer a terrible blow, writes Professor Paul Boyle in City AM.

On the brink: impending cliff edge for jobs, research and innovation in Wales unless UK Government protects threatened projects

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:53:00 +0000

We are on the precipice of a disaster for research and innovation in Wales, which only the UK Government can now prevent.

Levelling up or levelling down?

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:49:00 +0000

Research and innovation projects funded through EU structural funds are rapidly approaching a cliff edge. In this article, first published by Wonkhe, Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Boyle breaks down the implementation issues with the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Hundreds of local jobs, skills and growth on a cliff edge

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:41:00 +0000

Over the next twelve months, the UK’s access to many large-scale European Union funding programmes, under the auspices of European Structure and Investment Funds (ESIF), is due to come to an end. The UK Government made a commitment to replacing this lost EU funding, and this year confirmed the scale and delivery mechanism for these replacement funds in the form of the UK Shared Prosperity Scheme (UKSPF).

The true value of higher education

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:48:00 +0000

The past few weeks have seen thousands of students in Wales receive long-awaited exam results, following a return to pre-Covid assessment measures.

The future of international higher education and internationalisation

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:59:00 +0000

In this article Professor Judith Lamie PhD, Pro Vice-Chancellor for International, shares her thoughts on the changing international higher education landscape.

Meeting global challenges

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:35:00 +0000

After what was another challenging year Professor Paul Boyle, Vice-Chancellor for Swansea University, explores how the experience of 2021 has highlighted the significant, and often lifesaving, impact of research.

A second century of making waves

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 16:46:00 +0000

After what has been a very challenging year for communities across the globe Professor Helen Griffiths, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation, discusses how, through it's research expertise, Swansea University is bringing together people and ideas to help shape our world for the better.

The Morgan Advanced Studies Institute: Discovery and Innovation to Change the World

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:10:00 +0000

The Morgan Advanced Studies Institute (MASI) launched on 26 February 2021 as Wales’ first Advanced Studies Institute focussed on transformative interdisciplinary research. Here Professor Matt Jones, Founding Director of Morgan Advanced Studies Institute, talks about what MASI is and what it means for Swansea, the wider region, Wales and the world.

A foundation for excellence Swansea University’s learning and teaching research

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 11:44:00 +0000

Swansea University's School of Education was opened a couple of years ago and is already gaining a national and international reputation for its work on education and learning across the lifecycle and throughout a range of educational institutions. Here, Professor Martin Stringer, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education, takes a look at the research that is taking place across Swansea University into learning and teaching.