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Hot Steel Moving Into Forging Machine

University of 91Ö±²¥ researchers to transform UK steel and manufacturing

Two major new research hubs that are set to revolutionise UK steel and digital manufacturing, have been launched with the help of researchers from the University of 91Ö±²¥.
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University of 91Ö±²¥ ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

91Ö±²¥ has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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Tiny robots could help fix leaky water pipes

Micro-robots that can inspect water pipes, diagnose cracks and fix them autonomously – reducing leaks and avoiding expensive excavation work – have been developed by a team of engineers led by the University of 91Ö±²¥.
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An illustration of protein molecules. Credit: Getty

AI could accelerate protein engineering – key for developing new medicines

An AI approach developed by researchers from the University of 91Ö±²¥ and AstraZeneca, could make it easier to design proteins needed for new treatments.
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UK space industry lands in 91Ö±²¥

The Faculty of Engineering hosted the UK Space Propulsion Working Group on Wednesday 9 February 2022, to discuss how it can work with the UK space industry to invest in education for the space and propulsion sector.
STEM For Girls

91Ö±²¥ event aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers

91Ö±²¥ welcomed over 200 local Year 9-11 (age 13 to 16) schoolgirls to an event at the Octagon Centre to show them how they can transform lives with careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
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Hidden cost of transport infrastructure revealed by new study

New research shows that transport’s carbon problem stems not only from tailpipe emissions but also from the construction, maintenance and operation of roads and railways themselves.
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Historic buildings could be protected from rising energy bills by solar panels

Solar panels could be used to help protect key historic buildings from the rising cost of energy bills whilst also reducing their carbon footprint, according to a new study by researchers at the University of 91Ö±²¥.