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Derby co-leading ‘accelerator’ to speed development of rehab technologies

The University of Derby is co-leading a project which will connect East Midlands MedTech SMEs with health and care professionals, academics and the public to drive rehabilitation technologies.

Posted: 20 November 2024
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Twins reunited at graduation ceremony with midwife who helped deliver them

A set of identical twins who both studied Nursing at the University of Derby were reunited at their graduation ceremony with the midwife who helped to deliver them 27 years ago.  

Posted: 15 November 2024
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Academics from Derby join prestigious world-ranking top 2% scientists list

Four academics from the University of Derby have been added to a prestigious global list of the world’s top scientists.

Posted: 13 November 2024
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Long Covid research team wins global award

Research by a team of academics into the effects of long Covid has been described as a ‘model for the future of health research’, after securing a global award.  

Posted: 6 November 2024
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British motorcycle champion among those to receive Derby honorary degree

A multiple British champion in motorcycling and an award-winning entrepreneur are among those who will receive Honorary Degrees from the University of Derby this month.

Posted: 4 November 2024
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Guardian Seminar Series

These articles were originally published on theguardian.com as part of the University of Derby and Guardian Labs, 'Future Focused: the University of Derby Seminar series' campaign.

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The Guardian: How degree apprenticeships are widening participation
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The Guardian: Saving coral reefs - how a university is making waves worldwide
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The Guardian: The University fast-tracking students to careers of the future
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The Guardian: Students and jobs - how industry and academia are teaming up