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Study reveals high rate of possible undiagnosed autism in people who died by suicide

15 February 2022

A significant number of people who died by suicide were likely autistic, but undiagnosed, according to new research that highlights the urgent need for earlier diagnosis and tailored support for suicide prevention.

New Simulation Sheds Light on Spiraling Supermassive Black Holes

Quantum projects launched to solve universe’s mysteries

13 January 2021

Researchers will use cutting-edge quantum technologies to transform our understanding of the universe and answer key questions such as the nature of dark matter and black holes.

Cambridge in the 2019 New Year honours list

28 December 2018

Members of collegiate Cambridge recognised for outstanding contributions to society in science, education, engineering and art

‘High-yield’ farming costs the environment less than previously thought – and could help spare habitats

14 September 2018

New findings suggest that more intensive agriculture might be the “least bad” option for feeding the world while saving its species – provided use of such “land-efficient” systems prevents further conversion of wilderness to farmland.

Artist's interpretation of existing (left) and adapted (right) responses to flooding

Waterworld: can we learn to live with flooding?

03 June 2016

Flash floods, burst riverbanks, overflowing drains, contaminants leaching into waterways: some of the disruptive, damaging and hazardous consequences of having too much rain. But can cities be designed and adapted to live more flexibly with water – to treat it as friend rather than foe?

Pollution on the move – human activity in East Asia negatively affects air quality in remote tropical forests

31 March 2015

New analysis shows that pollution from human activity in East Asia is having a negative effect on air quality in tropical rainforests thousands of kilometres away, and could harm the ozone layer if levels continue to increase.

Caption: A group of Sri Lankan refugees arrives in Tamil Nadu after a risky 30-mile boat ride across the Palk Straits

Unsafe havens? Health risks for refugees

05 February 2014

A new study is looking at a century of mass migrations worldwide to understand the public health consequences when people are forced to flee from war, persecution and natural disaster.

The world of Francis Willughby: the man who compiled the first ornithology

03 May 2013

In his short life Francis Willughby immersed himself in the study of natural history yet he has been overshadowed by more famous peers. In a talk on Monday (6 May 2013), historian Dr Richard Serjeantson will draw attention to a remarkable man and his contribution to the beginnings of modern science.

Articles about 'University of Nottingham'

Study reveals high rate of possible undiagnosed autism in people who died by suicide

Quantum projects launched to solve universe’s mysteries

Cambridge in the 2019 New Year honours list

‘High-yield’ farming costs the environment less than previously thought – and could help spare habitats

Waterworld: can we learn to live with flooding?

Pollution on the move – human activity in East Asia negatively affects air quality in remote tropical forests

Unsafe havens? Health risks for refugees

The world of Francis Willughby: the man who compiled the first ornithology

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