Poor sight causes people to overstep the mark
Visually-impaired people risk falling by stepping higher and more slowly over objects, says a new study.
Study sheds light on UK’s ‘overlooked’ bee species
The UK’s first citizen science project focusing on solitary, ground-nesting bees has revealed that they nest in a far broader range of habitats than previously thought.
‘Time to focus on threat of near-term collapses’
Leading experts are calling for a major shift in the way climate change is discussed because “the science of global warming has failed spectacularly to emotionally connect with much of society”.
Exhibition aims to change perceptions of Africa
A powerful photography exhibition that promises to change people’s perceptions of the African continent will open in Cambridge in January.
ARU wins prize for mobile app to assist student nurses on placements
An app that has been instrumental in helping more student nurses complete their course has won a national award.
Family support reduces chance of school and workplace bullying
Having a supportive family environment makes school-age LGB children in the UK significantly less likely to be victims of bullying, according to new research by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
Intensive care film wins national award for ARU
A filmmaker from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has won a prestigious national award for the best film on the topic of mental health or wellbeing.
Study on open-plan offices inspires art project
A research paper about gender dynamics in open-plan offices has inspired an international art installation.
Candidates take to the stage in Cambridge
People in Cambridge will have their chance to put questions to their electoral candidates at an environmentally focused hustings event at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) this week. Parties have been invited to set out their plans to tackle the climate change crisis.
New research finds sociable crows are healthier
A new study has found that crows living in large social groups are healthier than crows that have fewer social interactions.
ARU retains HR Excellence in Research Award
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has had its commitment to the career development of researchers recognised by the European Commission, retaining the HR Excellence in Research Award.
GB coach to deliver Excellence in Sport lecture
The head coach of the men’s Great Britain gymnastics team will deliver the ninth Excellence in Sport lecture at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) in Cambridge on Tuesday, 19 November (5.15pm).
ARU illustration graduate scoops £40,000 prize
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) graduate Kristin Roskifte receives prestigious Nordic Council Children and Young People’s Literature Prize from Sweden’s Prime Minister.
Take-up of benefits is low among EU migrants
A new report has found that EU nationals rarely claim benefits to which they are entitled, and has highlighted the concerns of employers already facing a labour shortage ahead of Brexit.
Autistic adults thought they were ‘bad people’
Many over-50s who were diagnosed with autism late in life had grown up believing they were bad people, according to a new study published in the journal ‘Health Psychology and Behavioural Medicine’. Researchers from Anglia Ruskin University interviewed nine adults about their experiences of being diagnosed with autism in their 50s.
New exhibition is telling tales through technology
A powerful new exhibition, Storytelling in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, will be held this November at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) in Cambridge.
ARU Law Clinic celebrates helping 1,000th client
Anglia Ruskin University’s pioneering Law Clinic has celebrated helping its 1,000th client.
Violent deaths linked to price rises will increase
The number of deaths due to conflict and rioting caused by food, water and fuel is likely to soar in the next decade, according to the authors of a new interactive tool that maps fatalities linked to price rises and resource shortages.
Charity CEO to examine environmental ‘progress’
The CEO of charity Friends of the Earth, Craig Bennett, will examine the concept of progress, from an environmental perspective, at a celebration event at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) later this month.
Pioneering retinal expert receives honorary degree
Internationally renowned retinal specialist Professor Rajiv Raman received the award of Honorary Doctor of Health Sciences from Anglia Ruskin University Vice Chancellor, Professor Roderick Watkins, at a graduation ceremony at the Cambridge Corn Exchange yesterday (Tuesday).
ARU signs groundbreaking £50m wind farm deal
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has signed an agreement to source electricity directly from onshore wind farms as it steps up its efforts to become fully carbon neutral by 2030.
Students prepare to celebrate in Cambridge
Thousands of people will descend on Cambridge Corn Exchange this month as Anglia Ruskin University’s annual graduation ceremonies take place over four days in the centre of the city.
Research reveals need to care for those who care
Changes to policy are needed to make sure the needs of academic staff and students with caring responsibilities are met, according to research by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
ARU student prepares for Atlantic eXXpedition
Student Natalie Fox is swapping her textbooks for the high seas as she prepares to set sail with an all-female crew on the first leg of a round-the-world mission to investigate ocean plastics.
Professor Yvonne Barnett to lead ARU’s research and innovation mission
Leading biomedical sciences academic Professor Yvonne Barnett has joined Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) as Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation).