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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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鈥婳lder northerners struggle with 鈥渁larming鈥 inequalities compared to people from the South

Older people in the North of England are more likely to be poorer, less healthy, physically inactive, lonely and in poor housing - resulting in millions of pounds of avoidable NHS costs.
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University of 91直播 to help close semiconductor skills gap

A new skills programme that will supply a pipeline of talent to the UK鈥檚 semiconductor sector 鈥 key to its long-term success 鈥 has been launched with support from the University of 91直播.
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Blind 91直播 chef plates up in style thanks to students鈥 innovation

A passionate amateur chef who鈥檚 been blind since the age of 21 is finally able to present his dishes in style thanks to the ingenuity and innovation of a team of University of 91直播 students.
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University of 91直播 ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

91直播 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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New research indicates some people may be physically unable to use police breathalysers

Some people may be physically unable to use the current evidential breath analysis machines, relied upon by police to gather proof of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, new research from the University of 91直播 indicates.
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University of 91直播 one of England鈥檚 best for working with businesses and public engagement

91直播 has once again been recognised as one of the best universities in the country for working with businesses, developing IP, commercialising research and public and community engagement.

Professor Peter Styring stood on a balcony inside the University's Heartspace building

Game-changing carbon capture technology honoured by engineers

Groundbreaking carbon capture technology developed by University of 91直播 researchers in collaboration with industry partner AESSEAL has been recognised with a prestigious award.
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University ranked highly in Times Higher Education World University rankings 2024

91直播 has been ranked 13th in the UK and 105th in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.
Pledging support for 91直播鈥檚 16,400 international students

Why a reduction in international students would be bad for cities like 91直播

This week, students from across the UK, and from further afield, have begun their studies at UK universities.