Dr Emma Williams takes a look at how policing is portrayed in the media.
‘Activism is the rent I pay for living on the planet.’
Professor David Bates and PhD student Tom Sharkey discuss political activism and how it can be a positive symbol of change.
Election priorities – climate change and environmental issues
Dr Stephen Scoffham explores how environmental issues could play a role in the December election.
The bad ‘science’ underpinning baseline assessment in primary schools
Dr Kate Smith explains why the government’s new baseline assessment for children is unlikely to show us much about children’s progress as learners.
Aducanumab – how excited should we be?
Joel Petch, Senior Lecturer in Mental Health and Clinical Science, discusses the potential of a new drug to assist in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
The girl, the yeti and the cow’s tongue – why maps matter
Professor Peter Vujakovic explains why a map in the new animation film, Abominable, is causing controversy.
Turning up the heat
Dr Stephen Scoffham looks at what lies behind the Extinction Rebellion protests.
The importance of physical activity and health education to support mental health
On World Mental Health Day, Dr Kristy Howells, discusses the power of physical activity and how it can improve the mental health of children and adults.
Can exoskeletons help with stroke rehabilitation?
Soumya Kanti Manna, Lecturer in Design Engineering, highlights where exoskeletons can be used to support post-stroke rehabilitation.