London 2012 survey gives businesses a voice
Businesses across London are being encouraged to take part in a study to understand the commercial impact of the Olympic Games. The Olympic Business Impact and Legacy Study 2015 is being carried out by Anglia Ruskin University, in collaboration with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
Lose the labels in climate change debate
Labels such as “sceptic”, “denier” and “alarmist” are unhelpful to the climate change debate and lead to polarisation, according to the authors of new research published in the journal WIRES Climate Change.
Soil erosion issues laid bare at Anglia Ruskin
Soil expert Dr Bob Evans will discuss the problem of erosion – and the steps that can be taken to prevent it – during a free public talk at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge next week.
Asperger’s student leads female autism study
Psychology researchers are carrying out the first large-scale study into young women with autism – a condition usually viewed as a male syndrome.
Institute tells the world about veterans’ issues
Experts from Anglia Ruskin University have been advising academics and policy makers from America and Israel on issues facing veterans in transition.
Anglia Ruskin graduates up for top honour
Three recent Anglia Ruskin University graduates are celebrating after being shortlisted for the 2015 Waterstones Children’s Book Prize.
Two new Board members join Anglia Ruskin
Experienced scientist Dr John Keddie and inspirational former teacher Dr David Crowe have been appointed to the Board of Governors of Anglia Ruskin University.
Ennis-Hill’s coach to speak at Anglia Ruskin
Toni Minichiello, the coach of British athletics’ golden girl Jessica Ennis-Hill, will be revealing the secrets of their success during a free public talk at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge next Tuesday (17 February).
Report proposes new ‘sexual violence courts’
Policy makers and legal professionals must work together to introduce specialist ‘sexual violence courts’ in order to improve how the legal system in England and Wales responds to rape cases, according to the authors of a new report released this week.
New Finance Society is just the business!
Anglia Ruskin University is launching a new society on its Chelmsford campus for local financial professionals.
Anglia Ruskin helps pupils keep Eyes on the Prize
Anglia Ruskin University welcomed 1,800 Year 9 students from local schools in its biggest ever Eyes on the Prize event.
Professor to keep Anglia Ruskin in good health
Anglia Ruskin University has appointed Professor Ruth Taylor as the new Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean for the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education (FHSCE).
Green tea could aid weight loss – new study
New research shows that green tea could help people to lose weight, if combined with exercise.
See the light at e-Luminate festival
The dark nights of winter will be lit up for five nights later this month as Cambridge is turned into an open-air Light Lab.
Beer goggles show how we pick our pint
A marketing expert at Anglia Ruskin University is using special eye-tracking “beer goggles” to examine how we make our decisions in the pub.
Youngsters in tune for public art project
Pupils from Brunswick Nursery School visited Anglia Ruskin University’s recording studios to put their voices to a unique public art project in Cambridge.
New research project makes sound sense
An alternative to traditional audio description, which is added to TV and film for visually impaired audiences, is being developed by an audio expert at Anglia Ruskin University.
Study shows health impact of financial crisis in Greece
New research by an Anglia Ruskin economist, which surveyed over 21,000 citizens in Greece, shows the severe impact the financial crisis has had on people’s health and mental well-being.
Policy makers need short-term solutions
Focusing on short-term solutions offers the best hope of tackling the big long-term issues, according to leading climate change scientist Professor Jorgen Randers.
Research group to make strides in patient care
Patients will benefit from a new scheme by Anglia Ruskin University to create a community of nurses involved in high-quality research and innovation.
Research detects PTSD 3,000 years ago
Research has discovered soldiers in ancient Iraq suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) up to 3,000 years ago.
Sustainability work showcased at Davos
Anglia Ruskin University’s groundbreaking sustainability work has been presented to leading figures at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Pickles proves his medical prowess
Senior Government minister Eric Pickles showed he has a steady hand as he “revived” a simulated stroke victim at Anglia Ruskin University’s state-of-the-art medical science facilities.
New film to raise awareness of cancer screening
An award-winning filmmaker from Anglia Ruskin University has secured a £25,000 grant from the world-leading Mayo Clinic to produce a film to educate patients about the importance of colorectal cancer screening.
Young filmmakers picked for BBC show
Two projects produced by Anglia Ruskin University students as part of their coursework will feature in a BBC Three programme called Life Through Your Lens to be aired later this year.