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£400,000 for new gestational diabetes umbilical chord study

The University of Bradford has been awarded more than £400,000 to carry out research into gestational diabetes among women from different ethnicities. Dr Kirsten Riches-Suman, Associate Professor of Biomedical Science at the University of Bradford, is leading the research project into gestational diabetes which commonly affects women during pregnancy. The three-year study, conducted at the…

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Crysp founder named as ‘One to Watch’ in LDC/The Times Top 50

The founder of a Bradford success story has been recognised as ‘One to Watch’ in LDC and The Times’ prestigious Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders. Pete Mills, chief executive of Crysp Ltd, was awarded the accolade in the eighth annual listing of Britain’s best and brightest business leaders and entrepreneurs – marking the culmination…

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Professor’s vision for future cities inspires international award

The next generation of architects and urban planners will be honoured through an international award created in memory of a University of Bradford academic.   ‘The City of My Future – Professor Claudia Trillo Award’ will promote the work of young researchers in the field of sustainable urban regeneration.    The award celebrates the work…

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Single parent Vicky swaps night-time scrolling for Master’s studies

A single mother of twins is studying for a Master’s at home while bringing up her children and working full-time.  Vicky Schreiber, 35, has swapped evenings scrolling on her phone and binge-watching TV documentaries for studying MSc Psychology (Distance Learning) at the University of Bradford.   She juggles her daily responsibilities of being a mother…

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Yorkshire Garden Centre Group celebrates its 2025 Great by Nature cohort

34 Team members from a Bradford garden centre group are celebrating the successful completion of an internal training programme which identifies and nurtures talent. Yorkshire Garden Centre Group’s ‘Great by Nature’ programme was established to develop individuals identified by their managers as emerging talent with high potential for growth within the multi-site business. During the…

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International graffiti artist transforms Bradford College building with striking mural

The Bradford College ATC building had a striking makeover when internationally acclaimed artist Shamsia Hassani paid the campus a special visit. The ‘Progression to Learning and Work’ building was chosen as the canvas for an incredible new mural by Shamsia, the first female graffiti artist of Afghanistan. The inspirational work is the result of the Bradford 2025 UK…

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Remember lost loved ones at park lantern parade

People are encouraged to contribute to a commemorative lantern parade held in a park. The Festival of the Dead parade, organised by the University of Bradford in collaboration with Cecil Green Arts, Bradford Death Cafe and Kynd, will be at Northcliffe Park, Shipley, on Sunday 16 November from 17:00 to 19:30.   A series of…

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£1m AV transformation at University of Bradford in running for second award

A £1m overhaul of audio-visual infrastructure at the University of Bradford is in the running for its second prestigious industry award, recognising its impact on student experience, sustainability and hybrid learning.  Delivered by Roche AV Pro, the ambitious upgrade tackled years of underinvestment across the campus estate, replacing outdated systems with cutting-edge technology.  The project…

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Bradford helps shape the future of 6G

The University of Bradford is playing a key role in shaping the future of mobile technology, as part of a major European research initiative exploring how 6G networks will transform society.  The University recently hosted the 6th plenary meeting of the EU-funded 6G-PATH project, which brings together 28 partners from 13 countries to design and…

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Don’t leave National Insurance money on the table, Azets warns

Larger businesses across Yorkshire could be missing out on thousands of pounds annually by not claiming their national insurance (NI) allowances, a senior payroll professional has warned. Julie Gunnell, associate director of payroll growth at UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory Azets, working from the York office, said firms could be missing out on…

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Grab five muddy minutes for health boost

A University of Bradford academic is calling on people to embrace nature and spend five minutes in the mud, revealing our gut microbes – affectionately dubbed ‘belly bugs’ – thrive when we do. Dr Elizabeth Kiilu, Assistant Professor of Public Health at the University, said: “Your belly is full of friendly microbes – and they’re…

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Kiril Mischeff Group acquires East Yorkshire Based Primepak Foods Ltd

Leading food and beverage supplier Kiril Mischeff has completed its latest acquisition, adding food manufacturer and processor Primepak Foods to its expanding group. The Nottinghamshire-based, privately-owned business was once again advised on the 100% share acquisition by leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney. Kiril Mischeff, established in 1935, is one of Europe’s leading food and…

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