Partially sighted may be at higher risk of dementia
Older people with vision loss are significantly more likely to suffer mild cognitive impairment, which can be a precursor to dementia, according to a new study published in the journal ‘Ageing Clinical and Experimental Research.’
Study shows how mammals evolved bigger brains
New research has demonstrated that, contrary to popular belief, relative brain size in mammals is not solely linked to intelligence but is driven by various evolutionary pressures on body size, including adaptations caused by mass extinction and changes in climate.
ARU Law Clinic wins pro bono award for second time
Anglia Ruskin University’s Law Clinic has won the 'Excellence in Pro Bono and Corporate Social Responsibility' category at the Cambridgeshire Law Society’s Legal Excellence Awards for the second time.
Exploring climate change through Shakespeare
Shakespeare’s Globe has released five films, each produced by a student from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), to mark Earth Day this week.
ARU among world’s best for health and wellbeing
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has been named in the top 40 higher education institutions in the world and second in the UK for its achievements in health and wellbeing in the ‘Times Higher Education (THE)’ Impact Rankings.
Three-way partnerships deliver transformational projects for SMEs
The Government backed Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Programme has been supporting industry for over 40 years, embedding knowledge and technology to create more competitive and productive businesses.
ARU expert wins Innovation Award for new film
A digital heritage expert at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has won a prestigious innovation award for a documentary that tells the story of a town that was left devastated by an earthquake.
ARU in top 10% in country for skills and enterprise
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is in the top 10% of English higher education institutions (HEIs) for skills, enterprise and entrepreneurship and in the top 20% for local growth and regeneration, according to a new report by Research England.
ARU helps local businesses fight cyber-crime
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is co-hosting a cyber security conference on Friday 16 April to help local businesses from across the East of England protect themselves from new and emerging online threats.
Study investigates non-verbal signs of resistance
A new study examining how people with severe and profound intellectual disabilities resist activities while in care recommends that institutions improve training to help carers better understand non-verbal cues, as well as offer greater flexibility to allow individual preferences to take priority over institutional schedules.
Women with sensory loss twice as likely to suffer depression
Women who suffer from vision, hearing or dual sensory loss are more than twice as likely to report depression and anxiety as men who experience the same issues, according to a new study by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
Can exercise help the Down syndrome community?
A major international study has been launched to investigate whether exercise can improve cognition for people with Down syndrome.
ARU Vice Chancellor named Deputy Lieutenant
The Vice Chancellor of Anglia Ruskin University, Professor Roderick Watkins, has been named a Deputy Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire.
Project investigates autism in British Indian families
Researchers are appealing to British Indian parents to help them build a clearer picture of some of the unique issues faced by these families when raising a child with autism.
Lockdowns linked to rise in eating disorder symptoms
New research indicates that lockdowns to help tackle the spread of COVID-19 could be linked to an increase in symptoms associated with eating disorders.
Global contest seeks to find the meaning of money
A former Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) student who created an eye-catching “money dress” to raise awareness of hyperinflation, is holding a worldwide competition to encourage financial literacy and help reduce poverty.
Documentary tells health workers’ COVID-19 stories
A new documentary chronicling healthcare workers’ own personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic will be unveiled during an online event hosted by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) on Tuesday 9 March (5.30pm).
Digitisation can power airlines’ zero carbon goal
Cleaner biofuels, more efficient engines and electric batteries have dominated discussions around how the airline industry can become net zero carbon by 2050, but an expert panel will explain the crucial role that supply chains can play in helping the industry meet this target.
Free, fun and fascinating ARU events at festival
A series of free, online events will explore a variety of subjects including the science of attraction, the collapse of the Soviet Union, and unusual cases of murder and witchcraft in the UK.
Skeleton star Lizzy Yarnold to deliver ARU lecture
Lizzy Yarnold, the most successful British Winter Olympian of all time, will deliver the 11th Excellence in Sport Lecture on 8 March (7pm) as part of a series of free events at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to mark International Women’s Day.
Rapidly rising levels of sight loss are ‘tip of the iceberg’
Eye conditions that do not cause vision impairment but have economic and social consequences represent a serious and growing challenge for public health services worldwide, according to a new paper published by 'The Lancet Global Health Commission'.
Fighting fit cockroaches have ‘hidden strength’
A new study has discovered that not all cockroaches are equal and “super athletes”, with larger respiratory systems, are more likely to win physical mating battles.
Rich nations see virus rates fall quicker – study
Research finds economic performance directly related to number of cases.
Online conference reveals arts lessons from lockdown
Academics at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and the University of Cambridge will come together with practitioners in the creative arts sector to share learning about life under lockdown as part of the Cambridge Arts Network (CAN) conference, which is now taking place online until 4 March.
Can internal body awareness help beat stress?
A new study is looking for participants to investigate whether internal body awareness can help improve mental health and reduce lockdown-related stress.