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First cosmic dynamo spotting reveals how magnetic fields created in space
Scientists have observed a natural cosmic dynamo operating in near‑Earth space for the first time – bringing them significantly closer to understanding how magnetic fields are created in the universe.
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Researchers at UN discuss violence against older women
Aberystwyth University researchers have shared their expertise on preventing and responding to violence against older women at the United Nations.
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City of Literature status celebrated with Aberystwyth Castle light up
Aberystwyth and Ceredigion’s recent success in becoming a UNESCO City of Literature has been celebrated with a display of local art projected onto Aberystwyth Castle.
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What humour means to older people – and why some find it hard to keep on laughing
Writing in The Conversation, Heather Heap from our Department of Psychology discusses how it’s not so much about older people losing their sense of humour, as about changes in how they can use and enjoy it.
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Simple urine test could detect early-stage breast cancer
A simple, non-invasive home test kit could soon transform early breast cancer detection, thanks to pioneering research underway at Aberystwyth University.
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New model to forecast space weather on way
New efforts to forecast space weather with greater accuracy and reliability are being led by Aberystwyth University academics.
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Mid Wales Business and Innovation Exchange at Aberystwyth University
Businesses from across mid Wales will come together to discuss key challenges facing the sector at an event organised by Aberystwyth University next month.
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Welsh Language Award winners announced
Aberystwyth University has honoured individuals for their contribution to the Welsh language.
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The story of the first telephone call – nine words that changed the world
Writing in The Conversation, Professor Iwan Morus explains how Alexander Graham Bell wasn’t the only person trying to invent the telephone. But 150 years ago, he won the race — just — and the rest is history.
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Welsh writers unite to challenge misogyny with collective poem
A collective of Welsh writers – including Aberystwyth-based poet and lecturer Mari Ellis Dunning – has joined forces to release a new collaborative poem, They Call Us, in defiance of misogyny and gendered hate.
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UK Security Minister visits Aberystwyth University
UK Government Security Minister and Aberystwyth University alumnus Dan Jarvis MBE MP has addressed students at the Department of International Politics during a visit to the University.
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New seaweed extract shows promising anti-inflammatory and gut health benefits
A new seaweed extract could have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing, according to scientists testing it as part of efforts to improve the nation’s health.
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Older people’s abuse ‘visible but not seen’ by public services – report
Older people’s domestic abuse often can be missed by key public services and they need to create safe spaces for speaking out, according to new research by Aberystwyth University academics.
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Scientists reveal Antarctic warming best and worst-case scenarios
New international research shows that the choices we make in the next decade will determine Antarctica’s fate for centuries.
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