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24 May 12
The University of Bradford hosts 'An Evening with Tony Benn'
Forthright, outspoken and tireless in his campaigns Tony Benn has been as good as his word. He first made headlines back in the early 1960s when as Viscount Stansgate he fought to renounce his peerage in order to be able to sit in the House of Commons. He¿s been in the news ever since. Now the University of Bradford will host 'An Evening with Tony Benn' at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 20 June, 2012.
22 May 12
Creative media students continue to receive awards nominations
The University of Bradford has announced a further three shortlisted entries from its student body for media industry awards, following the news only last week of the success of Bradford Media School students.
21 May 12
Career-boosting Interpreting course brought to Leeds by popular demand
The School of Lifelong Education and Development at the University of Bradford will be bring its Community Interpreting course to Leeds for the first time, starting on 19 June, 2012.
17 May 12
Bradford Media students celebrate Royal Television Society Awards
University of Bradford media students are on a roll, as their final year project has not only picked up the 2012 Royal Television Society (RTS) Yorkshire Student Factual Entertainment Award, and was one of three finalists for the RTS National student award of the same category.
30 April 12
International Students kick-start celebration of Universities in Olympics Year
International students have gathered together at the University of Bradford to celebrate the start of the third annual Universities Week campaign, which aims to increase public awareness of the wide and varied role of the UK's universities.
26 April 12
Understanding Dementia: Seeing the Person
Following the shocking revelations about care failings as shown on BBC Panorama programme on Monday, Bradford Dementia Group hosted a pre-planned public lecture as part of the Bradford Debates lecture series last night.
23 April 12
University expert provides advice on Panorama - Undercover: Elderly Care
Leading dementia care expert from the University of Bradford will appear on BBC Panorama tonight providing advice and opinion about standards of care in the UK and what 'good care' should look like.
19 April 12
Nobel Peace Prize winner to speak at University
Nobel Peace Prize winner Adolfo Pérez Esquivel will be at the University of Bradford on Friday 27 April to speak about challenges to human rights in the 21st century.
17 April 12
University of Bradford experts work with Boots UK to develop groundbreaking new anti-ageing serum
A new No7 serum available exclusively at Boots stores, proven by one of the world's leading pigmentation experts to shrink and fade age spots, has been developed in conjunction with the University of Bradford's Centre for Skin Sciences.
15 March 12
Future of city travel designed in international competition at University of Bradford
Forty-two students have travelled to Bradford from across Europe in order to take part in an innovative engineering competition held at the University of Bradford's School of Engineering, Design & Technology, that began on Monday 12 March.
14 March 12
How spotting eye problems early can help children learn
A recent Children's Eye Health Campaign has highlighted the fact that many children are not having routine eye tests and have undetected refractive error or other visual difficulties that can affect performance at school.
5 March 12
JB Priestley lecture part of first University of Bradford's 'Day school' series in 2012
The legacy of JB Priestley, Bradford-born author of international renown, will be celebrated this month at the University of Bradford.
10 February 12
University of Bradford - Carbon Champion of the Year 2012
The University of Bradford last night received national recognition for its sustainable building programme. It beat off intense competition to claim the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) 'Carbon Champion of Year' award and the 'Client of the Year' award.
8 February 12
University lecture series: the challenge of the next decade of peace
Commonweal Lecture - Suggesting the Possible Thursday 9 February will see the first of the University of Bradford¿s series of Commonwealth Lectures. Delivered by the internationally renowned Paul Rogers, Professor of Peace Studies, the lecture will start at 6.30pm, entitled Suggesting the Possible - Responding to a World Going Wrong.
2 February 12
Ford Announces the UK Universities to Receive Blue Oval Scholarships
Ford has chosen 12 leading UK universities to award 100 student scholarships, worth a total of £1 million, starting in the 2012 academic year.
2 February 12
From Bradford to Argentina: student midwife wins National Midwifery Award
A University of Bradford student has won one of the UK's top midwifery prizes at the Royal College of Midwives' (RCM) Annual Awards, the UK's most prestigious midwifery awards, held in London on 25th January, 2012. Aongola Ngenda, has scooped one of three Pampers' Student Vision awards; winning funds towards a three-week placement at the Hospital Lagomaggiore, a large public hospital in Northern Argentina.
19 January 12
SPARK Impact invests £375k to develop 'smart bomb' cancer drug
SPARK Impact, manager of the £25m North West Fund for Biomedical, has invested £375,000 in a University of Bradford spin-out for Merseyside based Incanthera Limited, for the development of a revolutionary new cancer therapy arising from its Institute of Cancer Therapeutics.
16 January 12
A new breed of music video makers supported by Mute
Leading Indie record label, Mute, have announced the launch of the UK's first Master's Music Video MA which will be taught at the University of Bradford.
16 January 12
Founder of Bradford Peace Studies Department wins International Acclaim
Professor Nigel Young, a co-founder of the University of Bradford,s Department of Peace Studies, has won the Dayton International Literary Peace Prize 2011.
12 January 12
Car manufacturing experts urge West Yorkshire business growth
International experts from Ford Motor Company are calling for Small and Medium Enterprises in West Yorkshire to regain the seven billion pounds' of automobile manufacturing business the UK lost to 'low-cost' economies during the recession.
11 January 12
£300k for ground-breaking cancer research at University of Bradford
The discovery of new cancer drugs in Bradford has been given a welcome boost of more than £300k in funding from Yorkshire Cancer Research.
13 December 11
School of Health Studies Brings Festive Cheer Again This Year
Following the success of its Christmas Present Appeal last year, students and staff at the School of Health Studies, University of Bradford, have once again been busy collecting gifts for local children who will be spending the festive season in hospital in Bradford and Airedale.
6 December 11
Award-winning Comedian Russell Kane gets behind University's radio station
Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner comedian, and current contributor to ITV2's 'I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here Now' Russell Kane will perform at the University of Bradford on Tuesday 13 December.
24 November 11
University of Bradford safeguarding skeletons using 3D digitisation
The University of Bradford has secured almost £750K to safeguard skeletons from world-renowned collections based in Bradford and London.
23 November 11
Prunella Scales CBE to train students at the University of Bradford
Prunella Scales CBE, the renowned English actress, is returning to the University of Bradford as one of the University's Honorary Graduates to share her experience with students and emerging artists from the city.
23 November 11
University group to cultivate leadership in Bradford communities
The Leadership Institute for Communities (LIFC) gave its inaugural workshop at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 23 November.
22 November 11
Comedian Chris Ramsey comes to the University of Bradford
Comedian Chris Ramsey, who has recently supported Al Murray on tour and has been seen on television programmes such as '8 Out of 10 Cats' will return to the University of Bradford on Tuesday 29th November.
21 November 11
Year 12 students awarded for completing modules at University
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Development and Education will award certificates to 25 year 12 students', for successfully completing modules in the PL24 scheme.
2 November 11
University of Bradford returns to China to host diagnostic workshop
The University of Bradford¿s Science Bridges China team will be holding their third Open Innovation workshop in Guangzhou, China, this month.
1 November 11
University of Bradford's new School of Health Studies has community at its core
The University of Bradford's £10 million new School of Health Studies was officially opened on 1st November 2011 by Paralympic athlete Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE.
28 October 11
University of Bradford to host Diane Abbott MP as keynote speaker in first of regional roundtable events
The first black woman elected to the British Parliament, Diane Abbott MP, will be the keynote speaker at a the first of a series of regional roundtable event focusing on BME women¿s health, held at The University of Bradford on today.
25 October 11
Ancient cooking pots reveal gradual transition to agriculture
Humans may have undergone a gradual rather than an abrupt transition from fishing, hunting and gathering to farming, according to a new study of ancient pottery. Researchers at the University of York and the University of Bradford analysed cooking residues preserved in 133 ceramic vessels from the Western Baltic regions of Northern Europe to establish whether these residues were from terrestrial, marine or freshwater organisms.
25 October 11
Media and Conflict Interchange - Unique film screenings, expert speakers and workshops
Tuesday 25th October 2011 is the first of three days of workshops organised by the University of Bradford¿s Media School in partnership with the National Media Museum, the third such event since the city was granted the status of UNESCO¿s first ¿City of Film¿ in 2009.
24 October 11
Top Business School in the North announces exciting new conference facilities
The University of Bradford has launched brand new accommodation and dining services for events at Heaton Mount, part of its School of Management campus.
11 October 11
New state-of-the-art facilities open for chemical engineering students
A new state-of-the-art chemical engineering laboratory will be opened this Wednesday, 12 October at the University of Bradford.
10 October 11
Annual optometry lecture will look at short sightedness
Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Bradford will host its annual prestige lecture on the topic of why people become short sighted on Monday 17 October.
6 October 11
Annual Rotary Peace Conference hosted at University of Bradford
The annual Rotary Peace Conference at the University of Bradford will explore practices and possibilities for peace through presentations and workshops on crucial current events on Saturday 29 October.
15 September 11
Eye-controlled wheelchair breakthrough could help thousands of disabled people
Researchers at the University of Bradford are today unveiling new technology which allows disabled people to control their electric wheelchairs by simply moving their eyes.
14 September 11
MacArthur Calls for 'Redesign Revolution' - Dame Ellen Issues Clarion Call at British Science Festival
Dame Ellen MacArthur today called for an urgent 'redesign revolution' as she addressed the British Science Festival - Europe's largest public science event.
12 September 11
The camera never lies?
Is the 90-year-old lie detecting technology of the polygraph on the way out at last?
13 September 11
To eat or not to eat'; that is the question.
Researchers at the University of Bradford looking into the emotional reasons why people overeat, could find the key to tackling obesity nationwide.
12 September 11
Bradford researchers design cancer treatment to safely target all solid tumours
A new cancer treatment being developed at the University of Bradford has the potential to find and completely destroy solid tumours, regardless of cancer type. The drug is inactive until triggered by the heightened activity of an enzyme that is always found in the tumour environment, releasing a potent anti-cancer agent which destroys the tumour's blood vessels, causing it to starve to death. Moreover, since the enzyme is only usually active at high levels in tumour environments, the drug is unlikely to have any side effects on healthy tissue.
7 September 11
Ethics and access of using Human Tissue in Research
Over a century after the first successful implant operation in a human eye in 1905, University of Bradford researchers will explore with audiences at the British Science Festival the ethical and practical implications of human tissue donation for research in the 21st century.
6 September 11
What the Optometrist Saw
In the run up to their flagship event on Tuesday 13 September at the British Science Festival, the Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science are sharing te experience of one of their patients.
5 September 11
British Science Festival launched in Bradford
Celebrations took place at the University of Bradford on Monday 5th September to welcome Europe's largest and most high profile public science event, the British Science Festival, to Bradford this weekend.
25 August 11
Academy students gain press credentials to film League football matches
In a unique agreement with Bradford University, Bradford City Football Club has given season-long access to students from the University's Skillset Media Academy to film all the live home League and Cup matches.
19 August 11
Radio 1 Extra DJ Zane Lowe to headline University of Bradford Freshers' Ball
University of Bradford students are due to kick off Freshers' week with a bang this year as internationally renowned Radio 1 and Radio 1 Extra DJ Zane Lowe confirmed he would be the headline act for the Monster Freshers' Ball.
16 August 11
Top tips for surviving A-Level results day
With A-level results day fast approaching, Rachel Lister, Clearing and Confirmations Helpline Supervisor at the University of Bradford, offers those students waiting for results some sound advice to help them prepare for Thursday 18 August.
11 August 11
Countdown to science festival lift-off!
The host organisations for the British Science Festival 2011 are gearing up to welcome Europe's largest and most high profile public science event in the city of Bradford next month (10 - 15 September).
10 August 11
'Person First....Dementia Second' training to be taken to Australia
Following the success of the 'Person First...Dementia Second' bespoke training package commissioned from Bradford Dementia Group by Bupa Care Services UK, the training will now be taken to Australia.
8 August 11
Bradford Dementia Group launches exciting new course to ignite passion, pace and drive in dementia care
The University of Bradford's Bradford Dementia Group has announced the introduction of an innovative short course 'Developing Leadership in Person-Centred Care'. The course is aimed at experienced practitioners, current and aspiring leaders, and managers working in dementia care and relative fields.
28 July 11
Dean says 'Social Enterprise is the Future' in welcoming first degree of its kind in the North
The School of Lifelong Education and Development at the University of Bradford are introducing a new Foundation Degree in Social Enterprise Leadership. This is the first course of its kind in the North of England and is designed to meet the need for high quality managers in the Social Enterprise and voluntary sectors.
27 July 11
Bradford Robotic Telescope nominated for 'Space Oscar' at 2011 Arthur C Clarke awards
This month the University of Bradford is celebrating after the Bradford Robotic Telescope (BRT) Programme was recognised for its work with educational institution in the region and worldwide. The programme became one of the three finalists who were in line for the 2011 Arthur C Clarke Space award for Achievement in Space Education and Outreach.
25 July 11
Schools' in for summer
This week marks a special milestone in the University of Bradford's ongoing commitment to widening participation, as it hosts the 10 year anniversary of the Higher Education Summer Schools for pupils across the region.
25 July 11
University hosts conference to tackle hate crimes
The University of Bradford¿s School of Social and International Studies has hosted a conference to consider the motivation behind hate crimes, and strategies for successfully tackling them.
15 July 11
Will new beach discovery help us understand how to live with climate change?
A team of archaeologists from the University of Bradford and Orkney College, University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) are investigating eroding archaeological remains along the coast of Rousay. First settled over 10,000 years ago, it is hoped this latest find on the island can help explain immediate environment.
15 July 11
Film wizardry for University of Bradford graduates
As the final Harry Potter film launches today, staff in the Department of Creative Technology at the University of Bradford will be eagerly watching to see the work of yet another graduate on a Harry Potter film.
11 July 11
University of Bradford announces honorary graduands for summer ceremonies
The University of Bradford will be awarding honorary degrees during ceremonies on Monday 18, Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 2011.
6 July 11
'trans:it' programme supports students¿ to move from college to an engineering degree
The exciting new 'trans:it engineering' programme by the University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development, to help students make the move from further to higher education engineering courses, was launched on Thursday 7 June.
30 June 11
Tranquility formula could increase health benefits of visiting urban and country parks
Bradford researchers have developed a toolkit for measuring tranquillity that could enable neglected or overlooked urban parks to flourish and become a haven for stressed city workers.
28 June 11
Major review of science education shown University of Bradford in the right place at the right time
The Director of the University of Bradford's robotic telescope (BRT) team has made a formal submission to the House of Common Science and Technology select committee. The submission report shares the unique insights the pioneering project has provided in terms of improving practical science education in the Yorkshire and Humber region.
20 June 11
Bradford Dementia Group approach improving human rights of those living with dementia
The University of Bradford's Dementia Group have today recognised the interim findings of the Equality and Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) ongoing enquiry into the quality of care of older people in their own homes.
20 June 11
Bradford Debates...ground-breaking study on child health in Bradford
The next instalment of the University of Bradford's series of public debates will be hosted on Wednesday 29th June by the School of Lifelong Education and Development. Professor Neil Small will be addressing health inequalities in Bradford, and asking how the ground-breaking 'Born in Bradford' cohort study will help tackle these in the future.
16 June 11
University of Bradford research project celebrated as a Big Idea for the Future
The University of Bradford's groundbreaking research, into the support needed by people living with dementia and their families, has been chosen as one of the most important research projects of modern times taking place in universities today, with the publication of the Big Ideas for the Future report.
15 June 11
Bradford students' 'ground-breaking' big idea for local community
As part of the Universities Week 2011 campaign, today (Wednesday 15 June) marks the celebration of 'Big Ideas for Society'. As part of this, the University of Bradford is celebrating its own wide range of work with society and the Bradford community. One of these projects is the development of a derelict city-centre site as part of the Horton Community Farm project.
14 June 11
Graduate business continues to grow
Two University of Bradford graduates prospects' have soared in the field of mobile phone application, following their degree Interactive Systems and Video Games Design. After taking advantage of the University's support services for business the pair have now moved their business, Cogwork Studios, into their own premises
14 June 11
Urban commuters will benefit from micro car
The University of Bradford is proud of the part it has played in one of its graduates development of a unique concept sports car. Richard Serrant originally graduated from the University of Bradford with a Bsc in Biomedical Science, but was persuaded to return to his life-long love of cars as a business venture. By accessing the University of Bradford¿s 'Amaze Yourself' programme he gained a basic grounding in starting up and running a business. Following this he joined the ThinkBusiness@Bradford programme, which gave him the support he needed to develop his micro car concept.
14 June 11
University of Bradford conference considers how diversity benefits the workforce.
Lord Victor Adebowale CBE, Chief Executive of Turning Point, will provide the keynote address to an international conference considering the benefits of a diversified workforce, hosted in the University of Bradford's Norcroft Centre on Thursday 16th June.
9 June 11
Bradford Dementia Group supports reduction of antipsychotic drugs
Bradford Dementia Group, signatories to the Dementia Action Alliance, has today joined the call to secure a significant reduction in the use of antipsychotic drugs for people with dementia by the end of March 2012.
26 May 11
Yasmin Alibhai-Brown comes to Bradford
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host a lecture by journalist and author Yasmin Alibhai-Brown on Wednesday 8th June 2011.
24 May 11
Hats off to the Neo-natal Unit
A team of knitters from the School of Health Studies, at the University of Bradford, and Dixons Allerton Academy have presented over 100 hats, 50 blankets and baby clothes to Sarah Szpara, Matron of the Neo-Natal Unit at Bradford Royal Infirmary.
12 May 11
Solar activities could affect day-to-day living more than we think
Relying on communications and power systems such as mobile phones and household electricity is becoming second nature to the world we live in. However, our society and quality of life are becoming more vulnerable to solar activities like these and many of us don¿t even realise it.
18 April 11
The University of Bradford Announces Fees for 2012
The University of Bradford has today announced its fees for its full-time undergraduate courses for home/EU students for September 2012.
14 April 11
Improving living at home ability for people with dementia
The Bradford Dementia Group, based within the University's School of Health studies has a reputation for developing techniques that improve care for people with dementia. Over the last two years they have developed a method to support domiciliary care workers and improve services to people living at home.
14 April 11
Diary Entry: Follow a HR Pathway without giving up the day job
Bradford University School of Management is hosting a preview event for those who would like to fast-track their HR career.
14 April 11
Leading female Inventor to meet Women Engineering University students
Margaret Wood MBE, entrepreneur, innovator and MD of a successful engineering company will meet Engineering, Design and Technology students at the University of Bradford on Saturday 16 April 2011 at a special seminar organised by FAIRER (Females Actively Involved in Rewarding Engineering Roles) the University's Women's Engineering Society.
14 April 11
'Good care counts' as former nurse swoops top award
A University of Bradford member of staff has been working extensively with private companies and government departments to improve care of people with Dementia.
11 April 11
Making Knowledge Work with interactive showcase at the University of Bradford
The University of Bradford will open its doors to local businesses and the general public next week to showcase and demonstrate how it's making a difference to the world and the city of Bradford through its research and knowledge transfer activities.
31 March 11
Theatre in the Mill celebrate recognition from Arts Council England
Arts on Campus at the University of Bradford are delighted to announce that Theatre in the Mill has been awarded a 95% increase in its funding from Arts Council England from 2012 to 2015 as part of the new National Portfolio funding scheme.
30 March 11
Local school children take eco learning to next level
270 local school children will take part in an Eco Learning day at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 30 March. The day marks both the end of a four-week eco education project and the start of a new phase which will allow schools and local neighbourhoods to live and learn in a more eco-friendly way.
22 March 11
£500 Engineering Scholarships driving excellence forward
Five students from the University of Bradford's School of Engineering, Design and Technology will be awarded the prestigious Benjamin Jowett Memorial Scholarship on Wednesday 23 March.
21 March 11
Pakistani Vice-Chancellors to gain knowledge at University
Vice-Chancellors from 15 Pakistan universities are visiting the University of Bradford this week as part of a joint collaboration between the Higher Education Commission in Pakistan and the British Council.
18 March 11
University of Bradford plays host to European engineering experts
A two day event hosted by the School of Engineering, Design and Technology at the University of Bradford to address process engineering problems using computational tools will take place on 21 and 22 March.
16 March 11
Internationally recognised journalist, author and broadcaster to give lecture at University
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host a thought provoking lecture by internationally recognised journalist, author and broadcaster, Sarfraz Manzoor, on Wednesday 30 March.
11 March 11
Tough Crystal Nut Cracked - Correct prediction of all three known crystal structures of a sulfonimide
It's not just the type of molecules a material is made of, the way in which they are arranged in space is important too. For many organic molecules, multiple crystal structures are known, and their physical properties can differ significantly. For example, a drug can be effective in one crystalline form but much less effective in another because it doesn¿t dissolve fast enough.
11 March 11
Conference to explore alternatives to psychiatric medication
A one day conference is being held at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 16 March to explore the implications and alternatives to taking psychiatric medication.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Betty Williams will be visiting the University of Bradford from 4 - 6 March to inspire young people about practical ways to act for peace and social justice in their own communities.
23 February 11
University hosts Rock School Weekend to celebrate National Care Leavers Week
The University of Bradford will host a Rock School Weekend on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 February for local looked after young people to celebrate National Care Leavers Week.
11 February 11
Intern Scheme Offers Businesses High Quality Graduates
An intern programme at the University of Bradford is offering employers the skills of graduates for very little cost.
3 February 11
£2.9m funding secured for raising aspirations in science
The University of Bradford is set to create a centre for raising aspirations and attainment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM).
28 January 11
World Class School of Health Studies Nears Completion
BBC Look North presenter Harry Gration is set to put the finishing touches to the frame of the University of Bradford's new School of Health Studies building, in a topping out ceremony on Friday 28 January.
20 January 11
Blue print for excellence in dementia care to be created by University of Bradford and a leading Care Home
Nightingale Care Home, the largest Jewish care home in the UK, is partnering with the University of Bradford's internationally recognised centre for excellence, Bradford Dementia Group to establish a blue print for care provision for people with dementia in the care home.
22 December 10
Fidgeting over the festive season can help control your weight
Fidgeting, taking the stairs and shopping can account for shedding between 100 - 800 calories (kcal) per day, so over the festive season 'try to keep your body moving' to keep those festive pounds under control, reminds a researcher at the University of Bradford.
21 December 10
Helping students to see things more clearly
The Eye Clinic at the University of Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science are looking for volunteers to have their eyes tested by final-year Optometry students.
20 December 10
School of Health Studies Brings Festive Cheer
As shoppers frantically search for their last minute Christmas presents, staff and students at the School of Health Studies, University of Bradford have been busy collecting gifts for local children who will be spending the festive season in hospital in Bradford and Airedale.
1 December 10
'An audience with Imran Khan' - cancelled
The University of Bradford will host an audience with its Chancellor Imran Khan on Wednesday 1 December.
22 November 10
Success for students at Royal Television Society Yorkshire Student Awards
Students from the School of Computing, Informatics and Media at the University of Bradford have won recognition for their work at the Royal Television Society (RTS) Yorkshire Student Awards.
17 November 10
Bees take the sting out of mouth ulcers
The healing properties of propolis - a mixture of resin and wax made by honey bees to seal and sterilise their hives - have been known for many years. But its use in medicine and food supplements has been limited because the sticky substance is not water soluble and has a strong, off-putting smell.
16 November 10
Ellen MacArthur charts circular economy re-design revolution
Summit sets out a vision and framework for re-thinking the future is it time for business leaders to re-think the way they make things?
15 November 10
Control the Future with the Blink of an Eye
A student from the University of Bradford has developed a wireless robot which is controlled simply by using the human eye.
12 November 10
The secrets behind Dr Who sound effects brought to life in Bradford workshop
Creators of the music and sound effects for Dr Who and other BBC TV and radio programmes will take part in a special day event to celebrate the work of one of British TV's most enduring units - the BBC Radiophonic Workshop.
12 November 10
Call for Bradford Community to take part in National Science Festival
Schools, community groups, businesses and organisations in Bradford are being urged to come forward before Monday 15 November to help host the British Science Festival.
18 October 10
Bupa partners with Bradford Dementia Group to offer best practice dementia training to care home staff
Leading care home provider Bupa Care Services is partnering with the University of Bradford's internationally recognised centre for excellence, Bradford Dementia Group, to provide its care home staff with specialist dementia care training.
18 October 10
Research helps medicines go down without the sugar
A spoonful of sugar is the traditional way to help medicines 'go down'. But getting young children to take foul-tasting medicines - even if their lives depend on it - requires more than a bit of added sweetener. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), each year over eight million children die of diseases that could be avoided if essential medicines were available in appropriate formulations for children.
12 October 10
No more lengthy journeys for West Yorkshire patients needing diagnostic eye tests
Individuals from West Yorkshire thought to be suffering from a range of eye diseases will no longer have to travel as far a field as Manchester or Newcastle, to undergo key diagnostic tests.
6 October 10
New top model for automotive industry
A new simulation model developed by researchers at the University of Bradford is set to significantly reduce the time and costs required to calibrate a new engine, enabling car manufacturers to get new vehicles to market much more quickly.
5 October 10
Grass looking greener for malaria patients in UK-China joint research
The frontline malaria treatment artemisinin could soon be treating more people for less cost, thanks to a research collaboration between Bradford and Shanghai.
29 September 10
Bhutto family member Fatima Bhutto to give lecture at University of Bradford
Fatima Bhutto, granddaughter of former Prime Minister of Pakistan Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and niece of former Prime Minister of Pakistan Benazir Bhutto, will give a lecture at the University of Bradford on Wednesday, 13 October, 2010.
29 September 10
Breakfast Briefing Hosted at Bradford University School of Management
Bradford University School of Management is hosting a free breakfast briefing entitled: 'Re-thinking Resistance: Understanding why employees resist change and what can be done about it' on Friday 22 October.
23 September 10
UK's longest graffiti mural painted in Bradford
International street artist Mohammed Ali will paint the UK's longest graffiti mural at the University of Bradford next week (Sept 28-Oct 1), creating 950 square metres of his distinctive murals.
22 September 10
Job swap for University Vice-Chancellor and Sabbatical Officer
The Academic Affairs Sabbatical Officer will take charge of the University on Monday 27 September whilst the Vice-Chancellor goes back to his own student roots by working in Student Central.
21 September 10
Landmark student accommodation will set blueprint for eco-living
A new name has been revealed for a cutting-edge student accommodation development on the University of Bradford campus.
17 September 10
University showcases expertise at World Expo in Shanghai
The University of Bradford has been invited to play host to Chinese and UK ministers, senior industrialists and academics in the UK pavilion at the World Expo 2010 in Shanghai next week (23 September).
14 September 10
The Relevance of Sikhism Today
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host a talk titled 'The Relevance of Sikhism Today' by Indarjit Singh CBE on Wednesday 22 September 2010.
13 September 10
New arts on campus season 'first-class' despite era of Arts Funding cuts looming
The Arts on Campus team at the University of Bradford are proud to be launching a new and exciting season based around the values of quality, adventure and interpretation.
9 September 10
Is hand washing enough to stop the spread of disease?
Published in Journal of Applied Microbiology
Not drying your hands thoroughly after washing them, could increase the spread of bacteria and rubbing your hands whilst using a conventional electric hand dryer could be a contributing factor. Frequently people give up drying their hands and wipe them on their clothes instead, but hand-hygiene is a key part of infection control and drying hands after washing is a very important part of the process.
7 September 10
Bradford succeeds in bid to win British Science Festival
The British Science Festival - Europe's largest and most high profile public science event - will be coming to Bradford in September 2011. The announcement was made jointly by the British Science Association and the University of Bradford.
1 September 10
New solar prediction system gives time to prepare for the storms ahead
A new method of predicting solar storms that could help to avoid widespread power and communications blackouts costing billions of pounds has been launched by researchers at the University of Bradford.
26 August 10
Follow a HR Pathway Without Giving Up The Day Job
Bradford University School of Management is hosting a preview event for those who would like to fast-track their HR career.
24 August 10
University Eye Clinic benefits children's vision and reading
The University of Bradford Eye Clinic has helped change the lives of many children who have been diagnosed with reading difficulties. Often problems with reading are simply attributed to dyslexia and little or no management is offered. Some children are offered coloured lenses but in many cases, subtle problems with the coordination of the eyes go undiagnosed.
12 August 10
Seven-year-old interviews cricket hero Imran Khan
Sporting hero, politician and Chancellor of the University of Bradford, Imran Khan, took time out of his busy graduation schedule when he was last in Bradford to be interviewed by seven-year-old Mia Wilkinson, from St Augustine's Primary School, Leeds.
22 July 10
A new henge discovered at Stonehenge
An international team, including archaeologists from the University of Bradford, are poised to change history after discovering a major ceremonial monument less than one kilometre away from the iconic Stonehenge.
9 July 10
University of Bradford honours great and good in summer graduation ceremonies
The University of Bradford will be awarding honorary degrees during ceremonies on Tuesday 20, Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 July 2010.
8 July 10
Students help shape college sessions
Life for students making the transition from college to university will be made easier this week by the launch of a new programme at the University of Bradford.
9 July 10
Mock the Week's Russell Howard to take part in comedy night to raise money for student radio station
Mock the Week's Russell Howard will headline a comedy extravaganza organised by the University of Bradford Students' Union on Saturday 14 August to help raise funds for its student radio station RamAir.
8 July 10
Bradford Archaeologists Turn Back Clock at Stonehenge
Archaeologists at the University of Bradford are heading to Stonehenge to help with the world's biggest ever virtual excavation.
6 July 10
University of Bradford becomes world leader in sustainability
The University of Bradford is the first University in Europe to receive a prestigious international award for sustainability.
2 July 10
Bee sustainable!
The University of Bradford has taken steps to help improve the population of bees by installing two working hives on its campus. Earlier this month 30,000 honey bees arrived to the purpose-built hive enclosure at the top of the amphitheatre on the campus.
1 July 10
International seminar to discuss exploitation of science for weapons development
Key issues around global security will be discussed at an international seminar to be held in Bradford later this month.
28 June 10
University hosts audience with multi-award winning historian and travel writer
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host an audience with distinguished broadcaster and multi-award winning historian and travel writer, William Dalrymple, on Monday 12 July 2010.
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24 June 10
Highest Teaching Accolade for Bradford Academics
Two academics from the University of Bradford have been awarded National Teaching Fellowships, the most prestigious award in higher education for excellence in teaching and assisting learning.
22 June 10
Skins prone to sunburn may be capable of a normal tan
As the beaches of Southern Europe prepare for this summer's influx of pale skinned British sun worshippers, new research from the University of Bradford has found that redheads are just as capable of making the melanin needed for a tan as the olive skinned locals.
22 June 10
Helping Hands Awards
Today (Tuesday 29 June) The University of Bradford is hosting the fifth annual Helping Hands Awards organised jointly by Education Bradford and Bradford Council's Department for Services to Children and Young People.
21 June 10
Leading Disfigurement Charity Speaker Presents at University of Bradford
Tomorrow (22nd June) the University of Bradford will welcome a leading speaker on disfigurements at an innovative showcase celebrating breakthroughs in health research and development.
18 June 10
Graduates choose Yorkshire for new business venture
Two graduates from the University of Bradford have left London and returned to Yorkshire to take advantage of the University's business support. They have returned to set up their own mobile phone application business, Cogwork Studios.
17 June 10
University Eye Clinic broadens its field of view
The Eye Clinic at the University of Bradford will now be able to provide reassurance to patients regarding their eye health, following the addition of an innovative ultra-widefield camera to their collection of cutting edge eye examination equipment.
16 June 10
University of Bradford declared one of UK's greenest universities
The University of Bradford has climbed three places in a national league of environmentally friendly universities to seventh place - making it the greenest university in Yorkshire.
16 June 10
Pack your Picnic and take a day trip out to Bradford
DAYTRIPPERS BRADFORD is series of three daytime art events happening in the city centre in June, August and October, 2010.
16 June 10
Improving the quality of care for people with dementia living at home
University of Bradford and Department of Health meet to discuss improving the quality of care for people with dementia living at home.
16 June 10
Clash of civilisation or chance to co-operate?
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host a talk titled 'Clash of Civilisations or chance to co-operate' by Canon Chris Chivers and Anjum Anwar on Monday 28 June 2010.
15 June 10
University pledges £200k to benefit talented students
The University of Bradford has pledged to spend a further £200K in scholarship and hardship funding this year to help talented individuals from across the world.
10 June 10
'The State of Play in Jewish-Muslim Relations'
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development will host a talk titled 'State of Play in Jewish-Muslim Relations' by Dr Ed Kessler on Wednesday 16th June.
10 June 10
Professor appointed to attract top students to PhD programme
Bradford University School of Management has appointed an honorary Ambassador to the School¿s PhD Programme.
3 June 10
Free Mastering Management Workshop
The School of Management at the University of Bradford is offering busy executives the opportunity to sample executive education at their free Mastering Management Workshop on Thursday, 24 June at Heaton Mount Executive Education Centre, Bradford.
2 June 10
Follow a HR pathway without giving up the day job
The Bradford University School of Management is hosting a preview event for those who would like to fast-track their HR career through a CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel Development ) accredited part-time MSc/Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
2 June 10
Pakistani Sufi singer Sain Zahoor returns to play rare UK date at the University of Bradford
The University of Bradford is delighted to welcome back the transcendent and genuinely awe-inspiring music of Sain Zahoor and band. Following the sell-out success of their concert at the University in 2008, Sain Zahoor returns from Pakistan to play a rare UK date at the University on Friday, 11 June, 2010.
26 May 10
Animation students short listed for prestigious awards
Two students from the Department of Creative Technology at the University of Bradford have been short listed as finalists in the prestigious Computer Graphics Student Awards (CGSA) competition.
17 May 10
Students hover together for design packed day
Over sixty students from West Yorkshire will design and build a fleet of hovercraft in just one day when they meet at Calder High School, in Mytholmroyd, this week on Wednesday 19 May.
12 May 10
University gives adult learners a chance to gain further skill and knowledge
As part of the national celebrations of Adult Learners' Week (15 to 21 May) the University of Bradford will be offering advice and information about studying at the University at various locations across the Bradford district.
11 May 10
Are we sleepwalking to segregation?
The University of Bradford will host 'An audience with Professor Ludi Simpson' on Wednesday 19 May, who will talk about how and why the ethnic and religious diversity of Bradford is changing.
10 May 10
Lecture X-plores role of radiography
An inaugural lecture focusing on the role radiography in trauma will take place at the School of Health Studies at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 12 May.
10 May 10
Research centre to be living memorial to Bradford City FC Fire disaster
On May 11 2010, twenty-five years to the day after the devastating fire at Bradford City Football Club stadium, the UK's largest academic research centre in skin sciences is to be launched at the University of Bradford.
26 April 10
£500 Engineering Scholarships help celebrate 100th anniversary
Seven students from the University of Bradford's School of Engineering, Design and Technology will be awarded the prestigious Benjamin Jowett Memorial Scholarship on Wednesday 28 April 2010.
23 April 10
£1 million ERDF and Yorkshire Forward engineering research contract announced
A significant leap forward in engineering excellence is set to take place in Yorkshire following the announcement of European Union investment secured by Huddersfield-based Cummins Turbo Technologies with the University of Bradford.
23 April 10
Unique peace archives unveiled
A unique collection of archives from peace activists and organisations will be unveiled next week at the University of Bradford following a one-year project to catalogue the archives.
22 April 10
Professor invents visual computing techniques
A University Professor from the University of Bradford has developed two cutting-edge methods for defining and manipulating complex digital data.
19 April 10
University hosts an audience with Mona Siddiqui
The University of Bradford is hosting an audience with a leading speaker on Islam, Mona Siddiqui, on Thursday 22 April 2010.
19 April 10
University awards staff for engagement with industries
The University of Bradford will host its first Excellence in Knowledge Transfer Awards this Wednesday (21 April 2010) to reward its staff for their involvement in Knowledge Transfer.
19 April 10
Free 'Funding Breakfast Briefing' Hosted at Bradford University School of Management
Bradford University School of Management is hosting a free breakfast briefing:: Funding your firm after the Credit Crunch on Friday 30 April, from 8am - 9am at Heaton Mount Executive Education Centre, Keighley Road, Bradford.
31 March 10
Students on the run for charity
An exciting and potentially global event will begin later this week at the University of Bradford Students' Union when students will take part in 'Jailbreak' and attempt to get as far away from Bradford in the name of charity.
Morrisons and Bradford University School of Management will showcase the benefits of investing in workforce training to Regional Minister Rosie Winterton, when she visits the Morrisons Thornbury store on Thursday 25 March.
31 March 10
Muslims Institute Launch At House Of Lords
A Bradford based network, set up to develop leadership capacity amongst professional Muslims, is being launched at a prestigious event at the House of Lords on Friday 26 March.
9 March 10
Students get locked up for the weekend
12 students will spend 48 hours locked up this weekend at the University of Bradford for a reality radio programme.
5 March 10
President of East Timor Visits Bradford to Talk of Reconciliation and Launch World-Wide Petition
Nobel Peace Prize winner and President of East Timor, José Ramos-Horta, will be visiting the University of Bradford on 5, 6 and 7 March, to discuss the problems facing his country and launch a world-wide petition for young people demanding democracy in Burma.
24 February 10
Making Neanderthal music
A forthcoming production by leading composer Simon Thorne aims to recreate the sound of our human ancestry. This imaginative composition uses the medium of the voice to vividly evoke the Palaeolithic soundscape.
24 February 10
Catch up with the gossip from Gup Shup
An exciting new exhibition called 'Gup Shup' will open at Gallery II at the University of Bradford on Monday, 8 March, 2010.
18 February 10
University hosts An Audience with Shelina Zahra Jan Mohammed
The University of Bradford will host an audience with Shelina Zahra Jan Mohammed, author of 'Love in a Headscarf', today (Thursday, 18 February, 2010).
10 February 10
University hosts an audience with potential MPs for Bradford
The University of Bradford is hosting an audience with prospective parliamentary candidates (PPC¿S) for Bradford on Wednesday 10 February, 2010.
10 February 10
Original poetry and music performed at Theatre in the Mill, Bradford
A night of moving and original wordplay curated by Joe Kriss of Word Life will take place at Theatre in the Mill at the University of Bradford on Friday, 12 February, 2010.
10 February 10
Free Branding Breakfast Briefing Hosted at Bradford University School of Management
Bradford University School of Management is hosting a free breakfast briefing: Are you a brand or a brand name? on Friday 26 February, from 8am - 9am at Heaton Mount Executive Education Centre, Keighley Road, Bradford.
8 February 10
Top business school appoints former Shell executive as new Dean
Bradford University School of Management has appointed a former international strategist from Shell as its new dean. Dr Sarah Dixon, currently head of MSc programmes at the University of Bath, will join the School in September 2010 when Professor Arthur Francis retires.
5 February 10
England's Chief Pharmaceutical Officer opens £1m clinical suite
Chief Pharmaceutical Officer for England, Dr Keith Ridge, has officially opened a £1m state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Suite at the University of Bradford.
5 February 10
National Guidelines for Dementia Care developed by University of Bradford
A team from the University of Bradford has worked with the British Standards Institute (BSI) to develop the first ever guidelines for Dementia Care Mapping (DCM). Bradford Dementia Group, part of the University's School of Health Studies, launched the guidelines this week.
29 January 10
Royal Society launch opportunities to bridge East and West
The University of Bradford will host the UK launch of its China Science Bridges programme on Tuesday 2 February at the Royal Society, London.
22 January 10
Small science offers big opportunity for regional businesses
A unique opportunity for forward thinking companies in Bradford to develop new products or processes based on latest emerging technologies is being launched by the region¿s Nanofactory.
19 January 10
Seminar series kicks off the New Year with sports journalism
The University of Bradford will host a seminar on the links between media, journalism and sport at the National Media Museum on Tuesday, 26 January, 2010.
19 January 10
University hosts an audience with Kenan Malik
The University of Bradford will host an audience with Kenan Malik on Thursday, 21 January, 2010.
19 January 10
University matches students with businesses to "Make Knowledge Work" in tough job market
The University of Bradford has launched an innovative Career Mentoring Scheme to improve student employability once they have graduated, and to provide an important opportunity engage with local businesses.
7 December 09
University of Bradford work featured in BBC 2 documentary
Sir Gerry Robinson's BBC 2 documentary 'Can Gerry Robinson Fix Dementia Care Homes?', to be shown tomorrow (Tuesday, 8 December, 2009) will feature the work of the Bradford Dementia Group at the University of Bradford being used to improve the care provided in care homes.
3 December 09
Cambridge success for Cancer Pharmacology students at Bradford
Students on the MSc Cancer Pharmacology course at the Institute of Cancer Therapeutics are finding success in winning places at world renowned University of Cambridge.
2 December 09
A Feast for the Eyes
Gallery II at the University of Bradford has opened a new exhibition of sumptuous arts and crafts, which are available to buy and perfect for Christmas gifts or a festive treat for yourself.
1 December 09
Diversity measurement expert to speak at Rosa Parks Symposium
Dr Edward Hubbard, founder of the Hubbard Diversity Measurement and Productivity Institute and Chief Executive of Hubbard and Hubbard, an international organisation and human performance consulting corporation, will make a keynote address at a free conference at the University of Bradford on Monday, 7 December 2009.
1 December 09
University hosts family day out to banish the winter blues
Tasmin Little Music Centre at the University of Bradford is holding a day-long festival of musical performance, perfect for families looking to spend quality time doing something different on a chilly November day.
26 November 09
Honorary graduations at the University of Bradford
The University of Bradford will be awarding honorary degrees during ceremonies on Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 December 2009 to the following people:
19 November 09
Half price MBA preview from No. 1 in North of England
A preview of how businesses could benefit from half-price executive part-time MBA programmes, being offered to local business high-flyers, is being held at Bradford University School of Management on Wednesday, 9 December, 2009.
10 November 09
University of Bradford helps Yorkshire through downturn
The University of Bradford has created a new course to help graduates who are struggling to find jobs due to the economic downturn.
5 November 09
Climate Change - it's not just the weather!
The University of Bradford is hosting a public event on Wednesday, 18 November, 2009, that will clarify what is happening to our climate and the impact of climate change on all our lives.
5 November 09
University hosts thought provoking 'Balti Britain' lecture
The University of Bradford will be hosting a thought provoking lecture by Ziauddin Sardar on Thursday 12 November 2009.
4 November 09
German artist to donate further work to University
Artist Jockel Reisner will donate a piece of art work to the Peace Studies department at the University of Bradford on Thursday, 5 November, 2009.
3 November 09
University hosts Interdisciplinary Showcase
The University of Bradford will open its doors this month and demonstrate how it's making a difference to the world and the city of Bradford through its research and knowledge transfer activities.
29 October 09
University of Bradford to host Rotary World Peace Conference
Peacemakers from across the globe are attending a conference to promote global peace and understanding at the University of Bradford on Saturday 31st October, 2009.
28 October 09
University launches degree programmes in Pakistan
The University of Bradford launched degree programmes at Namal College, in Pakistan, last week.
27 October 09
Social Theorist visits Bradford to give 'straight talking' lecture
Social Theorist and prolific author, Frank Furedi will visit Bradford on Tuesday the 17th November, 2009, to give a thought provoking lecture at the University of Bradford.
26 October 09
University hosts An Audience with Baroness Sayeeda Warsi
The University of Bradford will be hosting 'An Audience with Baroness Sayeeda Warsi' on Thursday 29 October 2009.
22 October 09
Green Accolade for Ecoversity
The University of Bradford has been acclaimed as the leading 'Green' University at a national Awards Ceremony.
22 October 09
University research highlights dangers of incapacitating chemical weapons and widespread misuse of riot control agents
Seven years ago today, Russian Security Forces employed a secret incapacitating chemical weapon in their attempt to free 800 hostages held in a Moscow theatre by armed Chechen fighters. Over 120 hostages were killed by the incapacitant and many more continue to suffer long term health problems. Despite reports of further Russian research and use of incapacitants, the international community has refused to address the dangers of the development and proliferation of such weapons.
22 October 09
University encourages businesses to sample free 'Management Masterclasses'
The School of Management at the University of Bradford is offering Yorkshire organisations free Management Masterclasses to ensure they can sample management development courses and understand how management learning can be implemented in the workplace.
20 October 09
Lecture on Inequalities and Conflict
Director of Centre for Research on Inequality, Human Security and Ethnicity (CRISE), from the Department of International Development at the University of Oxford, Professor Frances Stewart will give a presentation on 'Horizontal Inequalities and Conflict: choosing policies for peace' at the University of Bradford on Wednesday, 21 October, 2009.
19 October 09
Head of Ethical Tissue from University of Bradford to speak at the House of Lords
Head of Ethical Tissue, Sandie Martin, at the University of Bradford, is to speak at a conference being held at the House of Lords on Tuesday, 20 October, 2009 to discuss the use of human tissue in medical research.
16 October 09
Lord Mayor Welcomes International Students to Bradford
The Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor John Godward, is hosting a civic reception at City Hall on Wednesday, 21 October, 2009, to welcome new international students from the University of Bradford to the City.
2 October 09
Green Travel week takes staff and students on eco journey
The University of Bradford is hosting its annual Green Travel Week this month to raise awareness of ways to travel more sustainably and to launch three new eco friendly services.
2 October 09
Leading medical scientist visits Bradford to give 'straight talking' lecture
Internationally renowned scientist, Professor Edzard Ernst will visit Bradford on the Thursday, 8 October, 2009 to give a thought provoking lecture at the University of Bradford.
22 September 09
University of Bradford wins bid for West Yorkshire Lifelong Learning Network IAG Commissioning Round 4
The University of Bradford is to begin a collaborative project working with the West Yorkshire Lifelong Learning Network and other partners following their recent bid.
15 September 09
Pakistani Sufi singer Sain Zahoor returns to play rare UK date at the University of Bradford
The University of Bradford is delighted to welcome back the transcendent and genuinely awe-inspiring music of Sain Zahoor and band. Following the sell-out success of their concert in the University Atrium in June 2008, Sain Zahoor returns from Pakistan to play a rare UK date at the University on Saturday 3 October 2009, at 7pm.
15 September 09
University of Bradford launches 'straight talking' open lecture series
The University of Bradford will launch a series of thought-provoking and stimulating lectures next month that will encourage people to discuss, frankly and critically, widely held beliefs.
10 September 09
University of Bradford hosts world powerlifting championships
The University of Bradford will be hosting the World Single Event Powerlifting Championships from Friday 11th to the Sunday 13th September 2009.
10 September 09
Joint Statement regarding University of Bradford and Leeds College of Music merger
Recent talks concluded with the announcement that Leeds College of Music plans to merge with the University of Bradford to facilitate the growth of its music provision in a sustainable way.
8 September 09
Survivor of Tokyo bombings gives lecture at University
The University of Bradford will hold a public lecture on Tuesday 15 September 2009 entitled 'From Historical Memory to Reconciliation and Peace: Handing Down my Experiences of the Tokyo Air-Raids to the next Generation' delivered by Mr Katsumoto Saotome.
3 September 09
University helps road users improve their vehicles fuel efficiency
The University of Bradford is aware of the extreme difficulties that many companies and organisations working in the automotive industry are facing in the current economic situation, and is holding a lecture in which people can learn more about road transport fuel efficiency through the new technology of Regenerative Braking.
3 September 09
Partnership to meet Millennium Development
The University of Bradford will begin a three year partnership with The Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) and the Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Friends International in Cambodia this month. The partnership is funded by the British Council under the Development Partnerships in Higher Education (DeLPHE) scheme, which seeks to develop higher education partnerships between the UK and those in developing countries. The scheme can help to build new capacities for poverty reduction in accordance with the objectives of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.
2 September 09
University hosts International Conference on Cyberworlds
Five distinguished professors will be discussing a wide range of topics related to Cyberworlds at the University of Bradford during the International Conference on Cyberworlds 2009.
24 August 09
Universities sign partnership to bring robotic astronomy to the next generation of students
The School of Computing, Informatics and Media at the University of Bradford have signed a franchise partnership with the Centre for Science Education at Sheffield Hallam University to bring the technology of robotic space science to the next generation of students in South Yorkshire.
19 August 09
University of Bradford to take more students for September 2009
Students across England and Wales will be receiving their A level results tomorrow (Thursday 20 August) and many thousands of students may see themselves going through the Clearing process to secure a place in Higher Education.
19 August 09
Research to discover how prehistoric people made their living
Research from Archaeological Sciences at the University of Bradford, led by Dr Randolph Donahue, will explore how prehistoric people made their living in Italy at the end of the Ice Age, before farming became widespread.
18 August 09
University hosts International Darwin Conference
The University of Bradford will be holding an International Darwin Conference as part of a programme of international and national public lecture series.
17 August 09
Open for Clearing
The University of Bradford's Clearing hotline will open on Thursday 20 August as students around the UK will receive their A-Level results.
13 August 09
How to survive Clearing
Next week thousands of students across England and Wales will be receiving their A level results (Thursday 20 August 2009) which means thousands of students in the UK will soon be going through the Clearing process to secure a place in higher education.
5 August 09
Bradford partnership developed to help to keep students safe
The University of Bradford, Bradford College, West Yorkshire Police, Bradford Council and City Centre Beat, have worked together to develop a partnership, to set up a new safety scheme primarily aimed at students called 'Student Safe Spot'.
29 July 09
Healthcare organisations celebrate new 'Teaching Status' at University
The School of Health Studies at the University of Bradford will be holding an event on Monday 3 August to celebrate the attainment of 'Teaching Status' by a number of its partner specialist healthcare units and care homes.
28 July 09
Israeli writer tells Palestinian story at Theatre in the Mill
Theatre in the Mill, at the University of Bradford, will be hosting a dramatised playreading of 'Bassam' in support of the Bassam Aramin Scholarship Fund on Friday 31 July 2009.
9 July 09
Brother flies in from America to collect Bradford degree
TheUniversityofBradfordwillbeawardingadegreetooneofitsstudents, 23yearsafterhefirstregisteredfora3yeardegreeprogramme, onWednesday15July2009.
7 July 09
Imran Khan to open Unique Lifestyle and Fitness at University of Bradford
The University's Chancellor Imran Khan will cut a ribbon to mark the official opening of 'Unique Lifestyle and Fitness' on Thursday 16 July 2009.
1 July 09
Honorary graduations at the University of Bradford
The University of Bradford will be awarding honorary degrees during ceremonies on Wednesday 15, Thursday 16 and Friday 17 July 2009 to the following people:
30 June 09
University hosts an audience with Alyas Karmani
The University of Bradford will be hosting An Audience with Alyas Karmani on Monday 6 July 2009.
29 June 09
University of Bradford's Ecoversity project wins Green Gown Awards
The University of Bradford's Ecoversity project has achieved two major awards at the prestigious Higher Education Green Gown Awards ceremony.
29 June 09
University of Bradford welcomes prospective students
Prospective students can get a taste of student life at the University of Bradford on Saturday 4 July as it holds its summer open day.
23 June 09
New Dean of Social and International Studies appointed at University
A leading figure in the global fight against HIV/AIDS has been appointed as the new Dean of Social and International Studies (SSIS) at the University of Bradford.
16 June 09
University supports partnership work to secure high quality education for the Keighley district
The University of Bradford is working on a broad partnership in Keighley, as a means of securing further developments in achievement at Greenhead High School.
15 June 09
University invests £200,000 into scholarships for students
The University of Bradford has invested £200,000 in a range of scholarships for students starting in September 2009, which aims to help their finances in the current economic climate.
10 June 09
Progression Agreement benefits students from the West Yorkshire community
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development (SLED), West Yorkshire Lifelong Learning Network (WYLLN), and staff and students from local colleges in West Yorkshire will be celebrating new partnerships and the developments of a number of new progression agreements at the University of Bradford on Tuesday 23 June.
9 June 09
'Seduction. Deception. Manipulation.' comes to Bradford
Building on their previous success at Theatre in the Mill at the University of Bradford, Development Lab brings an evening of 'Seduction. Deception. Manipulation', to Bradford on Saturday 13 June.
4 June 09
Top businesses meet Bangladesh Civil Servants at the University of Bradford
Mr Keith Madeley, from the Yorkshire Society and other top businesses in the region will be meeting 20 Bangladesh Civil Service Officers on Friday 5 June, at the University of Bradford.
28 May 09
Students turn fat to fuel at University
The School of Engineering, Design & Technology (EDT) at the University of Bradford will help school pupils turn fat to fuel as part of the 'Science 4U' event, organised by St Joseph's Catholic College, Bradford.
27 May 09
Bradford Student wins Higher Education Academy essay prize
Amy Cowling, 26, a second year Midwifery student at the University of Bradford has come third in an essay competition for health students.
26 May 09
University hosts an audience with Shami Chakrabarti
The University of Bradford is inviting members of the public to An Audience with Shami Chakrabarti, on Wednesday 3 June 2009.
19 May 09
Students break out of Bradford for charity
An exciting and possibly global event will begin tomorrow (Wednesday 20 May, 2009) at the University of Bradford Students' Union when students will take part in 'Jailbreak' and attempt to get as far away from Bradford in the name of charity.
19 May 09
Engineering and Design students showcase products for the future
The School of Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT), at the University of Bradford, is inviting members of the public and industry to its Final Year Project Open Day's on Thursday 21 and Friday 22 May 2009.
18 May 09
Students developing an eye for engineering
The School of Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT), at the University of Bradford has been working in conjunction with the British Council and the Ministry of Education & Culture organising a programme of visits to schools in Cyprus.
18 May 09
The University of Bradford appoints new Fellow in Visual Arts
In spite of economic downturn, the University of Bradford has invested in its arts provision by appointing a new Visual Arts Fellow. Caroline Hick's appointment marks the first Fellow in Visual Arts at the institution for approximately seven years. It demonstrates a significant investment and commitment to the arts from the University, at a time when many similar organisations are facing cuts.
15 May 09
Rubbish to Robots - A real challenge!
On Friday 22 May, six teams of budding engineers from Bradford Schools will be competing in the first NG Bailey Robot Challenge as part of a partnership between NG Bailey, the University of Bradford and Education Bradford.
13 May 09
Important Bradford writer rediscovered
A research student at the University of Bradford has rediscovered a forgotten but important and popular Bradford writer, Willie Riley.
13 May 09
Super Mums and Dads celebrate success at Bradford
The University of Bradford have been helping local residents and the 'Super Mums and Dads' group by offering a Pre-Degree Study programme - The Bradford Foundation Year.
11 May 09
Peace takes on War in clash of the titans
Peace Studies and War studies will meet for the 'Tolstoy Cup' at Woodhall Sports Ground, Bradford, on Saturday, 16 May 2009 at 12pm.
11 May 09
Past and present customers are key to your future, expert tells Yorkshire businesses
Businesses must make the most of their existing customer relationships if they are to survive the recession, a leading expert told a Bradford University School of Management briefing.
11 May 09
Get creative at a degree show
The School of Computing, Informatics and Media (SCIM), at the University of Bradford, is inviting members of the public to the Bradford Media School and Creative Technology Degree Show on the 15 May 2009.
7 May 09
Celebrating the success of over 100 businesses
Think Business@Bradford, the business support programme at the University of Bradford, celebrated its fifth year of helping get businesses off the ground this week.
6 May 09
University brings music to your ears
The University Singers invite visitors to an evening of contemporary and classical music to be held at the University of Bradford on 16 May 2009.
6 May 09
University gives adult learners a chance to gain further skills and knowledge
As part of the national celebrations of Adult Learners' Week (9 to 15 May) the University of Bradford will be offering advice and information about studying at the University at various locations across the Bradford district.
1 May 09
University celebrates research, teaching and learning
The School of Health Studies (SHS) at the University of Bradford have been showcasing their research, and interactive teaching and learning opportunities as part a celebration of work between SHS and their partner collaborations.
1 May 09
University students celebrate Regional Adult Learner Awards
Two University of Bradford students have won Adult Learner Yorkshire and Humber Regional awards, as part of Adult Learners' Week (9th - 15th May 2009).
27 April 09
University hosts 'leadership' discussion
Noorzaman Rashid, MBA Managing Director of the Harvey Nash Group Ltd, will be speaking at an event entitled 'Leadership - the skills and behaviors that make a difference' held at the University of Bradford on Thursday, 30 April, 2009.
27 April 09
Bradford community students to benefit from postgraduate tuition fee discount
The University of Bradford is making a major contribution to helping individuals in these challenging economic times by offering £750 off tuition fees for many of its taught full-time postgraduate courses in 2009/2010.
27 April 09
Researchers unravel woolly history of sheep domestication
Research from Archaeological Sciences, The University of Bradford, has contributed to unravelling the woolly history of sheep domestication, by examining endogenous retroviruses (ERVs) preserved in the animal's DNA.
24 April 09
Research will aid training surgeons
A researcher from the Department of Optometry, the University of Bradford has been investigating the links between colour and depth information in human visual perception.
20 April 09
Cake, Jam, Bunting... Live Art, Dance, Music...
Experimental and innovative, Development Lab exist to create a platform for new work at the University of Bradfords' Theatre in the Mill. Following the opening 01:FESTIVAL at Theatre in the Mill last Autumn, their next event is of a more traditional nature at its heart.
20 April 09
University to assist laboratories to reduce emissions and energy consumption
The University of Bradford's Ecoversity project, will be working in collaboration with the UK Higher Education Environmental Performance Improvement (HEEPI) project, and the US Labs21 initiative at a number events held across the UK and Europe.
20 April 09
Universities help businesses in times of economic difficulty
The universities of Bradford and Leeds will be working together to assist local businesses hit by the recession with funding from The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) and Yorkshire Forward.
16 April 09
Dragons' Den winner to give keynote speech at opening of University's Escalate Centre
The University of Bradford will officially open its Escalate Centre on Thursday, 23 April, 2009 where Imran Hakim, 2006 winner of Dragons' Den will give a keynote speech.
16 April 09
A world of colour at University's Gallery II
Gallery II at the University of Bradford invites visitors to be immersed in 'A World of Colour' with their current exhibition by two Pakistani artists, Wahab Jaffer and Moeen Faruqi.
16 April 09
Bradford School of Management launches career boosting part-time MSc for HR professionals
They are the professionals who ensure every employee gets the most from their job. Now human resource practitioners can fast-track their own careers with the launch of a prestigious new course.
3 April 09
Engineering scholarships driving excellence forward
Seven students from the University of Bradford's School of Engineering, Design and Technology were awarded the prestigious Benjamin Jowett Memorial Scholarship on Thursday 2 April, 2009.
26 March 09
Students given financial support at University
According to a report published today (Thursday 26 March) by the Office for Fair Access (OFFA), the University of Bradford has spent almost a quarter of its fee income (£1,481,000) on bursaries, giving back financial support to its students.
25 March 09
Students to be locked in student radio station
Eight students will spend 48 hours in the University of Bradford's, student radio station this weekend, for a reality radio programme.
16 March 09
Pakistani Vice-Chancellors to gain knowledge at University
Vice-Chancellors from fifteen Pakistan universities will be visiting Bradford for 10 days as they seek to develop a broad understanding of Higher Education within the UK. The programme has been developed by the Leadership Foundation for Higher Education (LFHE), the Pakistan Higher Education Commission, and the British Council.
16 March 09
Tony Lidington's new one-man show in Bradford
Tony Lidington's latest one-man show, Dan Leno - The King's Jester, will be performed at Theatre in the Mill, at The University of Bradford, on Wednesday 25 March and Thursday 26 March.
10 March 09
University helps to secure high quality education for Buttershaw
The University of Bradford announced today (March 10) that it was seeking to be the lead educational partner for Buttershaw High School, in a trust dedicated to helping the school achieve its aim of providing the best possible life chances for young people in Bradford.
10 March 09
Hovercraft project shortlisted for national award
A hovercraft project by the School of Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT) at the University of Bradford, has reached the top 3 shortlist for the 'Best Engineering Project' in a national competition run in conjunction with National Science and Engineering Week, the Engineering and Technology Board (ETB), and the British Science Association.
6 March 09
Graduate Wins £2,500 to Jumpstart Business Idea
A University of Bradford graduate has won £2,500 to take his unique commuter micro-car business idea further.
4 March 09
Drawing for Peace
A unique and fascinating glimpse at the personalities involved in 1930s politics, pacifism and the arts will be go on show at Gallery II at the University of Bradford on Friday, 6 March, 2009.
3 March 09
National Science and Engineering Week in Bradford
The University of Bradford will open their doors to the public for a number of events during National Science and Engineering Week (6-15 March 2009).
2 March 09
Local business can benefit from student placements
The University of Bradford is offering the services of its brightest students to local businesses as part of its Summer Experience programme.
27 February 09
Shirin Ebadi to visit University of Bradford
Around 200 youngsters from across the UK will come together at the University of Bradford on 6-8 March 2009 to be inspired by a Nobel Peace Laureate, Shirin Ebadi.
27 February 09
Debates to bring together faith and the city
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Education and Development in partnership with the Bradford District Faiths Forum has established a 'Faith and the City' programme.
27 February 09
Researchers find clues that may solve mystery of why hair turns grey
A team of European scientists from the Universities of Bradford, Mainz and Luebeck have finally solved a mystery that has perplexed humans throughout the ages: why we turn grey.
26 February 09
University Professor helps improve stair safety
A researcher from the University of Bradford has had a paper published by the Public Library of Science (PLoS ONE) today (25 February 2009).
3 April 09
Bradford University School of Management to launch groundbreaking degree in financial planning
One of Europe's leading business schools is launching a groundbreaking degree to equip the next generation of financial planners with vitally-needed skills.
17 February 09
University invites you to make a date for spring study
The School of Lifelong Education and Development (SLED) at the University of Bradford will be offering Adult Education Classes in Creative Writing and Yorkshire History, in Skipton and Ilkley.
12 February 09
UK University opens overseas regional office in Dubai
The University of Bradford, in the United Kingdom, will open a Middle East Regional Office in Dubai to support its current and future activities in the region on Monday, 23 February, 2009.
10 February 09
New BBC Director North visits Bradford University
The newly appointed BBC Director North, Peter Salmon, will be visiting the University of Bradford on Thursday February 12 2009, to celebrate the success of the University in the second BBC Connect and Create Awards and to talk to students about the opportunities arising when the BBC moves in 2011 to MediaCityUK, a major new network production base in the North, located at Salford.
3 April 09
Innovative designs for 21st century business education
Work on the new £12 million MBA facility and resource centre for Bradford University School of Management is due for completion in January 2010. The new site includes a circular high tech MBA debating chamber based on the Harvard Business School model and a flexible learning resource centre that includes advanced library and database provision.
10 February 09
Sexual Health screening available on campus
The School of Health Studies, the Job shop and Students¿ Union, at The University of Bradford have joined forces with the Bradford and Airedale Teaching Primary Care Trust (tPCT), in a campaign to raise awareness about the risk of Chlamydia, as part of a national Chlamydia screening programme.
4 February 09
Chef to help Kapow! those winter blues for students
Celebrity chef Kevin Woodford will help reluctant students at the University of Bradford to achieve culinary skills as part of a two day event to help combat those winter blues students may be having.
3 February 09
University hosts a Reception for Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholars
The University of Bradford will be hosting the prestigious Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarships reception, on Wednesday, 5 February 2009, to mark the success of students being awarded scholarships to study at the Universities of Bradford, Leeds and Manchester.
2 February 09
University lecturer helps improve patient involvement in decisions about medicines
Dr Mahendra Patel, Institute of Pharmaceutical Innovation, The University of Bradford, has played a key role within a development group, to help formulate National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines.
22 January 09
University wins two of five awards at BBC awards ceremony
The School of Computing, Informatics & Media at the University of Bradford has won both the Innovation and Production awards at the prestigious BBC Connect and Create Awards.
22 January 09
University hosts Hip Hop legend
Hip Hop legend Steve Stein AKA 'Steinski' will be visiting The University of Bradford and The National Media Museum on the 28 and 29 January 2009 as part of the School of Computing, Informatics & Media (SCIM) seminar series.
3 April 09
Green Dean takes first delivery of revolutionary city car
Professor Arthur Francis, Dean of the School of Management at the University of Bradford, is leading from the front on the University's 'green' strategy. He is the first person in Yorkshire to take delivery of a revolutionary city car aimed at slashing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
12 January 09
New Deputy Vice-Chancellor appointed at University
The University of Bradford has further strengthened its senior team by appointing Professor Geoff Layer as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) to work alongside the existing Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning and Resources).
12 January 09
World class brass and whistling showcased at University of Bradford
The University of Bradford will showcase the best Yorkshire musical talent on Saturday 31st January at 7.30pm.
20 November 09
Local Students awarded for completing modules
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Development and Education will award certificates to 33 year 12 students for successfully completing modules in the PL24 scheme in 2009.
26 May 10
£1 million project set to move frontiers of testing
A £1 million project launched at the University of Bradford on Wednesday 26 May will develop next generation test methods for turbochargers, a key component for reducing emissions in engines worldwide.
23 November 10
Local students achieve qualifications to help them into Higher Education
The University of Bradford's School of Lifelong Development and Education will award certificates to 35 year 12 students for successfully completing modules in the Progression into Level 4 (P2L4) scheme in 2010.
13 October 11
Bradford Dementia Group says care is basic human right
Following a watchdog report announced yesterday (12 October), Bradford Dementia Group says the government need to react quicker to the deteriorating quality of care that is being witnessed up and down the country.
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