Dr Jennifer Dvorak explains how when considering a change in law for assisted dying we must consider social influences and ensure it does not become a normalised part of medical care.
Challenging the sanctity of sanctuary: the UK’s controversial Rwanda deportation plan and its impact on refugee rights
Claire Street, Lecturer in Global Business, looks at the government’s plans to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda.
Why dance and music can be beneficial for people living with Parkinson’s Disease
On World Parkinson’s Day Professor Angela Pickard explains how the University is supporting research into health and wellbeing to show the benefits of creative and performing arts.
As we celebrate International Women’s Day …let’s talk about the menopause and prioritise institutional response
Edith Lewis, Principal Lecturer Social Work, looks at how staff and students can work together to support each other during the menopause.
Hands up for World Care Day 2024 – celebrating children and young people with care experience
Professor Janet Melville-Wisemen explores the campaigns and work that is supporting children and young people that have spent time in the care system and changing the stigma surrounding care experience.
Whistles and sirens: the chilling debate around academic freedom revisited
Dr Chris Beighton continues to explore the debate around academic freedom of speech.
The global supply chain’s double squeeze.
Dr Jake Monk discusses severe drought at one of the world’s most important waterways which is causing major disruption for shipping companies.
Sunak, our car addiction and the mobility myth
Dr Susan Kenyon explains why the government’s association of freedom with car ownership is such a powerful vote winner.
Oppenheimer, nuclear war and education
Zulfi Ali explains how the recent release of blockbuster Oppenheimer should remind academics to take the lead in teaching about the horrors of nuclear war.