Latest news

Mon 16 May, 2022
Public health expert to give insight into pandemic and vaccines

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is set to welcome the former Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam MBE, to host the next in the series of ‘An Evening With’ public lectures.

Fri 13 May, 2022
REF results reveal ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to be world leading in multiple research areas

Research by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has been recognised as world leading by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

Thu 12 May, 2022
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is celebrated for its world leading research in English

Research carried out by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ into English language proficiency and improving methodologies for its assessment has been recognised by the Research Excellence Framework as world leading, the highest rating possible.

Mon 09 May, 2022
Forensics academic lends expertise to new book

A ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ lecturer has provided her expertise to a new non-fiction book, delving into the world of forensic science.

Thu 05 May, 2022
Students lace-up for intricate needlework exhibition

An exhibition exploring the physicality and manipulation of lace, created by ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ students, has gone on display at Luton’s Hat Factory.

Tue 03 May, 2022
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s vaccination radio show wins award

A special radio show which aimed to encourage young people to get the Covid-19 vaccine – devised by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and Luton Borough Council – has picked up Silver at the 2022 Amplify Awards.

Thu 28 April, 2022
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s Green Spaces research recognised in national climate action campaign

A new environmental research study being conducted by academics from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, focussing on access to green spaces, has been highlighted in Made At Uni’s latest campaign, ‘Climate Action’.

Wed 27 April, 2022
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to host radio stars for national Community Media Festival

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is getting ready to host the annual Community Media Association (CMA) Festival on 7th May, which is themed this year around celebrating inclusion within the industry.

Tue 26 April, 2022
Academics help validate new ‘long Covid’ treatment

A team of nutritional scientists, led by a visiting Professor from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, has developed a capsule-form treatment which enhances the recovery of patients experiencing ‘long Covid’.

Fri 22 April, 2022
Student volunteers pledge to Keep Luton Tidy

A successful litter-picking drive was hosted by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ as part of the ‘Keep Luton Tidy’ initiative, encouraging students to volunteer their time in helping the environment and to take pride in their surroundings.

Thu 21 April, 2022
PhD student highlights ways to encourage regional investment

A PhD student who is researching entrepreneurial finance is set to represent the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ at an upcoming webinar themed around the future of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc.

Tue 12 April, 2022
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ & Council’s vaccination radio show nominated for award

A Covid-19 vaccination campaign created by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has been nominated for a radio prize at the 2022 Amplify Awards.