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How do you say that then?

31 October 2024

Project aims to uncover how English is spoken around Wales

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Text message reminders help teens brush their teeth

31 October 2024

New research finds that text message reminders will improve tooth brushing habits in teenagers.

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Russian political technologists – experts in “information warfare” – prepare for US elections

24 October 2024

Report describes this “middle tier” of professionals who sit between Kremlin strategy and the delivery of disinformation operations.

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Long reads

Improving dementia communication

Professor Alison Wray’s work on how the social and emotional impact of dementia affects communication is helping people with dementia, their families, and professional carers to navigate the communication challenges they face.

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Informing Muslims about organ donation

Dr Mansur Ali is helping fellow Muslims explore their faith’s stance on these life-saving procedures.

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Taking physics to the masses

Our research has helped transform perceptions, teaching practice and public awareness of astronomy.

Understanding postpartum psychosis

Mothers at risk of developing this severe psychiatric disorder are being better supported due to the work of Professor Ian Jones and his team.

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