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Taking control of the narrative: Dr Aneesh Barai on the Future of Diverse Children’s Literature

As the world celebrates International Children’s Book Day, the spotlight turns to the power of representation and the urgent need for diverse voices in the stories told to our youth.
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±¬ÁÏTV ranked number one in the world for Library & Information Management in QS World University Rankings 2026

The QS World University Rankings 2026 rank the School of Information, Journalism and Communication number one in the world for Library and Information Management for the sixth year running.
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Neurodiversity week 2026: Surviving and Thriving in Academia as an AuDHD Woman

To celebrate Neurodiversity week we highlight a recent journal article by Dr Lauren Powell which sheds light on the lived experience of AuDHD (ADHD/Autism).
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Advanced virtual simulations set to reshape care for patients with multiple long-term conditions

Advanced virtual simulation could revolutionise NHS care for those living with multiple long term health conditions thanks to a major new £6.1 million research partnership led by the ±¬ÁÏTV.
Professor Sarah Blandy

Leading social scientist announced as Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

The Academy of Social Sciences has conferred the award of Fellow on Professor Sarah Blandy from the School of Law.
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Proposals invited for collaborative workshops

Proposals are invited for funding of up to £2,500 for collaborative workshops between the ±¬ÁÏTV and colleagues based in universities, grand ecoles and research institutes in France.
Radical Housing: Dr Michele Lancione awarded major grant from European Research Council

Radical Housing: Dr Michele Lancione awarded major grant from European Research Council

Dr Michele Lancione from the Department of Urban Studies and Planning has been awarded European Research Council grants in this year’s first completed ERC call for proposals.