2023
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ academics contribute to new WHO guidelines on malnutrition
A research team led by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has undertaken a series of projects to inform the new World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines on preventing and managing malnutrition in infants and children aged five and under.
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ launches inaugural professorial lecture series
Hear from academics who are experts in the fields of healthcare, business, and psychology as the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ unveils a brand new inaugural professorial lecture series.
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Keeping the spirits up? Research finds alcohol can be part of having a ‘good life’ in care homes
A study exploring alcohol policy and practice in care homes across England has been carried out by academics from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ in partnership with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ placed third in Green League
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is celebrating another high-scoring year in the People & Planet ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Green League, placing third in the UK for its continued sustainability efforts.
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and Bedford Blues renew partnership
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is pleased to announce an expansion of its partnership with Bedford Blues to become the Official Higher Education Partner of the Club.
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ partners with Central Bedfordshire Council to drive business growth and innovation
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has renewed its partnership with Central Bedfordshire Council to provide specialist advice to regional businesses via a targeted support programme that aims to not only instil a sense of dynamism but also contribute to local pride, skill enhancements, and the growth of employment opportunities.
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Mock crime scene tests students’ investigative skills
Budding crime scene investigators and reporters tested out their new-found skills during a mock crime scene evening at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, designed to prepare students for the real-life conditions they could face in their careers.
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Students tackle climate change through a ‘save our planet’ event
To mark the international climate change negotiations (CoP28), students from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ were given an exciting opportunity to learn about measures which reduce climate change and develop the sustainability strategy at an interactive event co-hosted with the Students’ Union.
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Luton Town FC partnership scores a student experience to remember
Students from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ had the opportunity to attend Luton Town Football Club’s pre-match press conference and report live on a Premier League game from the Hatters’ press box, as part of the Education Partnership between the two institutions.
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Research explores views of healthcare professionals working with psychoactive substance users
New research from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, which explores the experiences of healthcare professionals working with people who use a range of psychoactive substances (NPS), has found there is a need for better training, education, and assessment processes.
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Bedfordshire celebrates International Students’ Day
To mark International Students’ Day (17th November), the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is celebrating its PhD cohort who have gone on to achieve great things through their studies and impactful research.
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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ heritage project announces new cohort of creatives
A new cohort of creatives has been announced for the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s latest local heritage project - Heritage Futures Elevator – which aims to support budding leaders in the sector.