April
Children in care are seven times more likely to be imprisoned, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ finds
Research conducted by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ estimates that children in the care system are seven times more likely to be subject to imprisonment during childhood than those who are not in care, and learn to adopt a ‘survivor mentality’.
Bedfordshire researcher stresses importance of technology in times of self-isolation
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ researcher, Dr Banita Lal, explains how technology and mobile phones ‘provide promise and opportunity’ for colleagues to stay connected and motivated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lockdown could reverse UK’s ten year drop in alcohol consumption
An addiction expert from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has warned about the escalation of alcohol consumption which is likely to occur in light of Covid-19.
Materials to make 400 visors provided by ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is helping the fight against Covid-19 by providing much needed materials to create full face visors for healthcare professionals.
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Football Team run to Croatia and back for the NHS
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s Football Team is running the equivalent 2,302 miles to Croatia and back to raise money for the NHS.
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ comes third in ‘Master the Mainframe’ competition
Students from Bedfordshire’s School of Computer Science Technology have taken part in the latest installation of IBM’s annual coding challenge, leading the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to finish in third place out of all competing institutions, world-wide.
Bedfordshire co-launches online workshops to help support local and regional economy during Covid-19 crisis
The world is likely to be affected long-term by the consequences of Covid-19. As we start to adjust to a new ‘normal’, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has been working non-stop to support local businesses through the challenges they are facing during lockdown.
“Universities are key in the fight against Covid-19”, says Bedfordshire Dr
"Universities can make a significant contribution through the knowledge and experience of their staff and their physical resources."
Bedfordshire education student launches online art lessons in coronavirus lockdown
Second year Primary Education student at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, Martha Kay, has created her own YouTube channel to broadcast her own art lessons for children.
#ProudToBeBeds: ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ celebrates unity in national #WeAreTogether campaign
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s staff and students have been proudly ‘doing their bit’ in the fight against Covid-19. From supporting local communities to helping on the frontline, their efforts are now being celebrated as part of the national #WeAreTogether campaign.
Bedfordshire lecturer launches daddy and daughter podcast from their shed
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Radio lecturer and podcast creator, Terry Lee, has launched a new series from his garden shed with his 7-year-old daughter.
Could medical detection dogs help fight Covid-19? Bedfordshire experts weigh in
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ court member Geoff Lambert explains how medical detection dogs can help join the fight against Covid-19.