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  • December 22, 2022
    Researchers develop AI-enabled system for prioritising pneumonia patient treatment

    A research team at Swansea University have developed a ‘digital twin’ to help prioritise patients for urgent intensive care and ventilator support.

  • December 22, 2022
    “I fell in love with this country from the first day” - Ukrainian medical student describes Swansea study visit

    A Ukrainian medical student spending a semester at Swansea as part of a new partnership with her home university has said she fell in love with this country from her first day and thanked both universities for making the visit possible.

  • December 21, 2022
    Swansea University staff donate hundreds of Christmas hampers to local foodbanks

    More than 600 Christmas hampers have been donated to Swansea foodbanks, thanks to the generosity of Swansea University staff.

  • December 21, 2022
    World-class research centre introduces new campaign highlighting link between hearing loss and dementia

    Swansea University's Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR) has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the connection between hearing loss and dementia.

  • December 20, 2022
    Researchers seek participants for study into respiratory tract infections in Wales

    A new study is seeking participants to explore how respiratory tract infections, such as coughs, colds, flu, and Covid-19, are affecting people in Wales this winter.

  • December 20, 2022
    Swansea students get chance to study in Australia, thanks to new exchange deal with University of Canberra

    Swansea undergraduate students will have the chance to study abroad in Australia, thanks to a new student exchange agreement signed with the University of Canberra.

  • December 20, 2022
    University in new Horizon Europe CutCancer twinning project

    Swansea University is part of a new CutCancer twinning project aimed at strengthening and increasing the research and innovation capacity and excellence of the project coordinator, the National Institute of Biology (NIB) in Slovenia.

  • December 19, 2022
    University unveils high-tech boost for aerospace students

    One of Swansea University’s most exciting facilities has been expanded to offer an even better learning environment for its students.

  • December 19, 2022
    74-year-old Swansea graduate proves it's never too late to follow your passions

    A 74-year-old retired teacher who failed his 11-plus has graduated from Swansea University with merit and is encouraging others never to stop learning.

  • December 16, 2022
    New study examines links between parents’ income and sexual orientation of their children

    Attraction to same-sex partners is common in humans but the biological influences on homosexuality and bisexuality are not fully understood.

  • December 16, 2022
    Research explains why sexual arousal can turn men off long-term relationships

    New research has revealed that sexual arousal leads to an immediate preference in short-term mating in men over more long-term committed relationships, such as marriage.

  • December 13, 2022
    New research shows the Welsh language and its speakers might be disadvantaged by social media

    A new study from Swansea University has highlighted how social media may be threatening the future of the Welsh language and the psychological health of its speakers.

  • December 12, 2022
    ASTUTE 2020+ contributes £541 million to the Welsh economy

    As a new ASTUTE Centre of Excellence is established in place of the ASTUTE 2020+ project,  the successes of ASTUTE 2020+ have been made all the more striking through its impressive £541 million contribution to the Welsh economy through Industry-Academia Collaboration in the Manufacturing Sector. 

  • December 12, 2022
    New research reveals just 1 in 3 pregnant women in Wales would have Covid-19 vaccination

    A new study led by researchers at Swansea University has revealed that potentially only one in three pregnant women in Wales would actually have the Covid-19 vaccine during pregnancy, even though two in three said they would have the jab.

  • December 12, 2022
    2023 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition open for entries

    The annual Rhys Davies Short Story Competition is now open for entries.

  • December 8, 2022
    £700k funding boost for team to investigate embedding children’s rights into classroom practice

    A research collaboration examining how young children’s rights can be embedded into teaching practice has secured a major funding boost.

  • December 6, 2022
    New partnership set to improve outcomes for cardiovascular patients in Wales

    A major new collaboration has been launched aimed at improving diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular patients across Wales.

  • December 6, 2022
    New study shows that fear of COVID-19 continues to adversely impact psychological wellbeing

    Research by psychologists from the School of Psychology at Swansea University found that people’s fear of COVID-19 has led to worsened mental health. The study, just published in the Journal of Health Psychology, also found that older participants and those from minority ethnic groups were most likely to experience COVID-19 fear.

  • December 5, 2022
    Free guides available for children for seeking asylum in Wales

    The Children’s Legal Centre Wales, with the support of Welsh Government funding, has updated a series of guides designed for children seeking asylum in Wales, and the social workers and foster carers who look after them.

  • December 5, 2022
    Old technique has new way of overcoming Covid-19 fear and avoidance

    An old technique of overcoming fears may have potential for ridding people of their fears and anxieties about Covid-19, a new Swansea University study has revealed.

  • November 30, 2022
    Swansea University lecture: “Asking the Next Evolution of Twins to Radically Shape Our Future”

    A Swansea University prestige lecture entitled “Asking the Next Evolution of Twins to Radically Shape Our Future” has been delivered by Professor Royston Jones, the Executive Vice President of European Operations and Global CTO of Altair, a global leader in simulation, AI and high-performance computing, at an event at the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

  • November 28, 2022
    New book explores the politics of using high-tech ways to display museum collections

    A Swansea University academic’s new book explores how an innovative digital exhibit was used to display historical photographic images across city sites and examines its implications for future practices.

  • November 24, 2022
    Technocamps wins prestigious award for best practice in education

    Technocamps has been named Informatics Europe’s 2022 Best Practices in Education Award winner. 

  • November 23, 2022
    University experts analysing impact of innovative seat warmer on vulnerable older adults

    A low-cost heated seat cover that can keep vulnerable older adults warm at the touch of a button is being put to the test using Swansea University expertise.

  • November 22, 2022
    Swansea researchers added to Highly Cited Researchers 2022 List

    Three Swansea University academics have been named in the much anticipated annual Highly Cited Researchers 2022 list.

  • November 16, 2022
    Flight of birds can help provide predictions on turbulence, new study suggests

    A new study led by Swansea University has shown how the flight of birds can offer a meteorological insight into fine-scale environmental conditions.

  • November 16, 2022
    Marine Conservation Project Sees Pupils Share Biodiversity Knowledge and Engineering Technology Skills at National Botanic Gardens of Wales

    Primary school pupils have been given a unique opportunity to use creative engineering tools to learn about marine conservation as part of a project involving Swansea University.

  • November 15, 2022
    Trio of University experts honoured by Learned Society of Wales

    Three academics from Swansea University are among the latest recipients of the Learned Society of Wales’ medals.

  • November 15, 2022
    Swansea twins with Ukrainian university paving way for collaboration and support

    Swansea University has signed a twinning agreement with a Ukrainian university that paves the way for research partnerships, sharing online teaching and learning materials, and opportunities for students and staff from Ukraine to visit Swansea.

  • November 11, 2022
    Samaritans and University report reveals dangers of social media’s self-harm content

    Social media sites are still not doing enough to tackle self-harm content being pushed to users on their sites, says Samaritans.

  • November 7, 2022
    Swansea University business partnership wins Wales Technology Award

    A Swansea University collaboration with Aspire2Be, iBroadcast has been named Academia and Business Partnership of the Year at the Wales Technology Awards 2022.

  • November 7, 2022
    S4 named winner at Wales STEM Awards ceremony

    Swansea University’s Science for Schools Scheme (S4) was named the winner of the STEM Educational Programme of the Year in the Public Sector category at this year’s Wales STEM Awards.

  • November 7, 2022
    Report shows the impact of Covid on Welsh school leaders’ wellbeing

    New research has revealed the impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on senior staff in Welsh schools.

  • November 7, 2022
    Swansea University's Annual Zienkiewicz Lecture Returns with Public Lecture on Redesigning and Implementing a 21st Century Energy System

    On Wednesday, 9 November, Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering will host its sixth Zienkiewicz Lecture, with distinguished guest speaker Professor Sir Jim McDonald, BSc, MSc, PhD, DSc, CEng, one of Scotland's most accomplished engineers.

  • November 7, 2022
    Swansea-Africa research on climate crisis highlighted ahead of COP 27 gathering in Egypt

    As world leaders gather in Egypt for the next COP27 summit, organised by the United Nations, four Swansea experts who conduct research on various aspects of the climate crisis are to feature in a showcase of Welsh collaborations with African universities.

  • November 2, 2022
    Swansea Professor awarded prestigious medal for his outstanding contribution to STEM

    The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has awarded an IET Achievement Medal to Professor Tom Crick MBE of Swansea University.  

  • November 2, 2022
    Circular economy conference sees public sector unite to share ideas

    Innovative ways the public sector in South Wales is tackling the climate emergency have been highlighted at a conference organised by the circular economy experts. 

  • November 1, 2022
    What does an academic look like? New book featuring Swansea expert highlights diversity of research and researchers

    A new book which shows school pupils the diversity of research and of researchers includes a chapter by a Swansea expert in chemistry and climate change education who has learned that she is autistic.

  • October 31, 2022
    Experts highlight link between hand size difference and Covid-19 severity

    The difference in finger length between a person’s left and right hand may provide vital information about how ill they could get if they contract Covid-19.

  • October 28, 2022
    Covid-19: Independent study to look at experiences of bereavement and the UK’s handling of the pandemic

    A Swansea University study is seeking participants to explore public experiences on bereavement during the COVID-19 pandemic and on their views of how the pandemic was handled and what support they felt did, or did not, receive. 

  • October 27, 2022
    New project to develop next-generation radiotherapy cancer treatments

    Swansea University physicists are using their research undertaken at the CERN facility in a major project aimed at developing next-generation, low-cost radiotherapy for cancer treatments that will be particularly effective when treating children and tumours near sensitive tissues.

  • October 27, 2022
    Cost of living crisis having significant impact on mental health, study shows

    New research has found that the cost of living crisis is having significant impacts on people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

  • October 27, 2022
    Swansea University excels in latest global subject rankings

    Swansea University features among the world's top institutions in 10 out of 11 subject rankings in the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.

  • October 26, 2022
    More than £20 million awarded for UK theoretical physics

    The Particle Physics and Cosmology Theory group in Swansea University’s Physics Department is one of 25 UK institutions that have been awarded more than £20 million to expand and test theories of how the universe works.

  • October 25, 2022
    Professor continues to champion academic integrity on international stage

    Swansea University’s Professor Michael Draper has been playing a key role at international events to highlight ethics and academic integrity.

  • October 25, 2022
    Engineering at Swansea University Recognised for Innovation of the Year

    General Engineering at Swansea University has been named a winner at the Engineering Talent Awards for Innovation of the Year 2022.

  • October 20, 2022
    Ukrainian students given official welcome to Swansea University

    Students from Ukraine were given an official welcome to Swansea at a University reception, where they were able to meet each other and find out more about the support available to them during their studies.

  • October 19, 2022
    University creating state-of-art simulation facilities to train future health professionals

    Work is now under way on high-tech new teaching facilities set to put Swansea University at the forefront of healthcare education.

  • October 19, 2022
    New diagnostic tool could deliver health test results in two minutes

    New diagnostic tool could deliver health test results in two minutes using fingertip sample - researchers develop proof of concept. 

  • October 18, 2022
    Research in the Community: University academics share their findings at public talks

    In the first in a series of special talks, audiences will be invited to share a century of farming stories and take part in a discussion of what entrepreneurship means to the Welsh.

  • October 17, 2022
    Green chemistry transforms facemasks into Ethernet cables

    Swansea University academics have pioneered a process which converts the carbon found in discarded facemasks to create high-quality single-walled carbon nanotubes (CNT) which were then used to make Ethernet cable with broadband quality.

  • October 13, 2022
    A sustainable approach to food pest control - Swansea hosts major international expert conference

    A major international conference at Swansea University has brought together experts in integrated pest management (IPM) to discuss new ways of cutting reliance on harmful chemical insecticides.

  • October 10, 2022
    New post-Covid study reveals children want more space and time to play

    Children would like more space and time to play with their friends in school and at home, according to a new study led by Population Data Science researchers at Swansea University.  

  • October 7, 2022
    Step out to support suicide prevention charity

    A beach walk to raise money and awareness of suicide in young people returns to Swansea later this month.

  • October 7, 2022
    Groundbreaking research finds pelagic seabirds fly into the eye of the storm when faced with extreme weather conditions

    New research led by Swansea University has found some pelagic seabirds fly directly towards the eye of a storm, which researchers think may help them avoid being forced onto land masses, reducing the risk of injury or death.

  • October 6, 2022
    Swansea University hosts prestigious International Entrepreneurship Educators Conference 2022

    Swansea University recently hosted academics, researchers and enterprise educators from around the world at the first in-person International Entrepreneurship Educators Conference (IEEC) in three years.

  • October 6, 2022
    Rugby players past and present urged to help research on head impacts and concussion

    As concussion in rugby comes under the spotlight, a Swansea researcher is inviting rugby players past and present to help with her research into head impacts, by sharing their experiences anonymously through a survey.

  • October 5, 2022
    Ospreys and Swansea University: a pathway for rugby talent in Wales

    In their fourth year as rugby performance partners, Ospreys and Swansea University (Sport Swansea) have ramped up their commitment to the support and development of young players this season.

  • October 5, 2022
    Swansea University announces biggest Swansea Science Festival lineup to date

    This year’s Swansea Science Festival will feature a week-long programme of in-person events, including a talk from award-winning TV presenter and conservationist Chris Packham, when it returns this autumn.

  • October 5, 2022
    Mining vital metals without harming the environment – rivers expert involved in Philippines project

    Mining metals that are crucial for net zero technologies, but in a way that does not harm the environment, is the aim of a joint UK-Philippines project which involves a Swansea University expert who has just returned from a research visit to the country.

  • October 4, 2022
    Swansea University sports stars celebrated in new book

    A new book written by Stan Addicott, A Century of Sport (Y Lolfa) presents the story of the past 100 years of sporting activity at Swansea University, from its founding in 1920 to present times.

  • October 4, 2022
    New wellbeing project creating a buzz at Swansea University

    Swansea University has introduced beehives to its campuses as part of a project to enhance student and staff wellbeing.

  • October 4, 2022
    Tissue bank visit by Swansea expert will help boost multiple sclerosis research in Wales

    Welsh research on multiple sclerosis has been strengthened by a visit to the Welsh Tissue Bank by a Swansea expert, made possible by the scholarship she was awarded by the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales.

  • October 3, 2022
    Two Swansea University programmes shortlisted in the Wales STEM Awards 2022

    Swansea University’s Science for Schools Scheme (S4) and Technocamps are thrilled to be amongst the prestigious businesses and individuals shortlisted in the 2022 Wales STEM Awards.

  • October 3, 2022
    University helps pupils to put biorefinery in the spotlight

    A group of pupils have not only been learning about a new way of using waste carbon emissions, but they have also made their own film to spread the word about the exciting project.

  • September 30, 2022
    English teacher wins Rhys Davies Short Story Competition 2022

    Laura Morris, an English teacher from Caerphilly, has won the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition for her story ‘Cree’, described by guest judge Rachel Trezise as “bristling with an irresistible melancholia and brimming with a bold confidence.”

  • September 27, 2022
    Experts share high-tech ideas for improving experiences of amputees

    Swansea University experts say digital transformation could bridge the gap between knowledge, revolutionary technology, and patient psychology, to improve the experiences of amputees and clinicians.

  • September 26, 2022
    Senedd launch for new film helping to tackle online grooming

    A new animation and report, developed by Swansea University’s online safety DRAGON-S project, to assist with anti-grooming training is being launched at a virtual Senedd meeting today.

  • September 22, 2022
    Research on cancer and on concussion in women’s rugby to benefit from Livery Company awards

    Two Swansea University researchers in sport and exercise sciences have won travel scholarships from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow them to further their research.

  • September 22, 2022
    Economy Minister impressed by the £130m City Deal project that will boost the Sports and Medical Technology sectors

    Welsh Government Minister for the Economy Vaughan Gething has visited the £130 million Swansea Bay City Deal Campuses project at Swansea University to understand more about how this exciting development will boost innovation and business growth in the expanding Medical Technology and Sports Technology sectors.

  • September 22, 2022
    Cleaner water linked with smaller cockles that die younger, research on Burry Inlet reveals

    Better water quality in Wales’ most famous cockle area is linked with smaller cockles that have a higher mortality rate, a new survey of fifty years of data has revealed.

  • September 21, 2022
    New study identifies link between parental health literacy with COVID-19 test results in children

    A Swansea University-led study has highlighted the importance of parental health literacy and suggests those with higher understanding and access to medical information were more likely to take their child to be tested for COVID-19 and be identified as positive.

  • September 20, 2022
    Children given books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library read more often and perform better in school - new research

    Children receiving books from the Imagination Library, set up by icon Dolly Parton, read more frequently and perform better at reading and development assessments than their peers, new Swansea University research has revealed.

  • September 2, 2022
    Lost islands cited in Welsh folklore and poetry are plausible, new study of coastal geography and a medieval map suggests

    A Welsh tradition dating to the medieval period of a landscape lost to the sea is plausible, new evidence on the evolution of the coastline of west Wales has revealed.

  • September 1, 2022
    Swansea academic named Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

    The Academy of Social Sciences has conferred the award of Fellow on 40 outstanding social scientists – including Professor Tom Crick MBE of Swansea University.

  • August 30, 2022
    Industry support needed for new high-tech sorting plant to cut waste and boost recycling

    Recycling more material from products at the end of their life – from rails and girders to cars and washing machines – is the aim of a Swansea-led team who are planning to build a new high-tech sorting plant, and calling for industry support.

  • August 29, 2022
    Report Card raises concerns over health and well-being of children and young people

    A ‘Report Card’ on the overall levels of physical activity (PA) of children and young people has assigned Wales a grade F - and raises concerns that this could have long-term implications for their health and well-being

  • August 25, 2022
    How family tragedy has driven student’s desire to improve healthcare in her community

    The unnecessary death of a much-loved relative has driven Bethel Ohanugo’s passion for improving healthcare in her native Nigeria.

  • August 23, 2022
    University reveals ongoing support for Ukraine as it marks the country’s National Day

    As Ukraine marks its national day on 24 August, Swansea University and staff members continue with efforts to support the country and its people, in the wake of the invasion by Russian forces in February.

  • August 23, 2022
    CEIC conference set to share ideas on sustainable future of Wales

    Environmental champions from across South Wales and beyond will be able to share ideas and gain valuable inspiration for supporting the sustainable future of Wales at a special event next month.

  • August 22, 2022
    New course provides direct route to a career looking after surgical patients

    If you have ever considered working in an operating theatre, at the very heart of hospital health care, a new course could put you on the perfect career path.

  • August 18, 2022
    New 3D model reveals megalodon weighed more than 61 tonnes and could eat whole killer whales

    Thanks to a megalodon which was discovered in the 1860s, an international team of scientists, including some from Swansea University, have been able to create, what is to date, the most complete 3D reconstruction of a megalodon – the largest shark that ever lived.

  • August 17, 2022
    Swansea University to train even more medical students

    Swansea University has secured more places on its successful Graduate Entry Medicine programme as part of a government investment to increase the number of Welsh-trained doctors for Wales.

  • August 17, 2022
    Swansea student wins award for her outstanding contribution to Welsh language

    Alpha Evans from Swansea University was crowned the winner of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol's Merêd Award at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod in August.

  • August 16, 2022
    Materials science and engineering top the UK rankings for student satisfaction

    Materials science and engineering at Swansea has been voted top in the UK for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS). This latest success follows awards for the department’s pioneering work on renewable energy technology.

  • August 16, 2022
    EU experts combining knowledge to reduce wildfire danger

    With the climate crisis increasing the risk of wildfires in the UK and many other parts of northern Europe, scientists from across the world are sharing their expertise to help tackle the dangers.

  • August 12, 2022
    Students encouraged to find their space for a bright future at Swansea

    With A-level results expected next week, many students may be feeling some uncertainty over beginning a university course following the challenges of the past few years.

  • August 11, 2022
    Experts warn rising temperatures and extremely dry conditions contribute to unprecedented UK wildfire danger

    The UK is experiencing not only record temperatures, but also unprecedented conditions favouring extreme wildfire danger and behaviour, according to wildfire experts.  

  • August 10, 2022
    Professor’s Covid contribution recognised with new honour

    A Swansea academic at the forefront of shaping our understanding of Covid-19 has received further recognition for his work in the field of data science.

  • August 8, 2022
    Enterprising Swansea University graduates celebrated at prestigious Welsh business awards

    Two Swansea University graduate-led businesses have received top honours at this year's Wales StartUp Awards.

  • August 6, 2022
    Swansea University named one of country’s best green spaces

    The spectacular and diverse grounds of Swansea University’s two campuses have once again been judged among the best green spaces in Wales.

  • August 5, 2022
    Innovative video game supporting mental health skills and psychological flexibility

    A Swansea University researcher has developed a unique way to help build psychological resilience in young people, utilising gamification of mental health interventions and embedded learning.

  • August 5, 2022
    The value of seagrass to the planet’s future is far greater than appreciated

    Experts at the forefront of efforts to restore the UK’s coastal seagrass meadows say the remarkable plant’s contribution to the most important to-do list in the history of humankind should be reassessed.

  • August 5, 2022
    Wales’ economic prospects at their most uncertain for 20 years – strategic intervention and awareness of interdependence needed, says expert

    Wales’ economic prospects are more uncertain than at any time since the Assembly was established – and what is needed is more intervention by the Welsh Government and more collaboration by politicians at all levels, a leading expert argues in a new survey of the Welsh economy since devolution.

  • August 4, 2022
    How learning about wellbeing can benefit university students’ own wellbeing

    Studying wellbeing science as part of their courses could be a key way of improving how today’s students cope with the barrage of stressors they face, according to research.

  • August 3, 2022
    The Solar OASIS: Clean, green, reliable electricity for village as first Active Building in India opens

    A village in rural India will now get clean, reliable electricity for the first time, thanks to a newly opened Active Building, similar to those pioneered in Swansea, which generates, stores and releases its own solar power.

  • August 2, 2022
    Call for breastfeeding data collection to measure medicine impact

    A new paper from Swansea University in collaboration with ConcePTION, an Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) has called for breastfeeding data to be routinely collected in healthcare databases so that the long-term impacts of medicines taken by women during pregnancy and when breastfeeding, can be better understood.

  • August 2, 2022
    University expertise to help new “Living Building” residents in Swansea to grow their own food on roof

    Swansea University Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Research (CSAR) is a key partner in a pioneering Biophilic Living initiative which will provide a radical new approach to living and working within the city.

  • August 2, 2022
    New study reveals the public make it more difficult for women to breastfeed

    Disapproval or even disgust from the general public is one of the reasons why some women are reluctant to breastfeed outside of the home, according to researchers.

  • July 30, 2022
    Swansea University collaborates with world’s largest women’s university to boost energy sector

    Swansea University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the largest women's university in the world to deliver a joint programme that will empower young Saudi female scholars within the energy sector.

  • July 29, 2022
    Winners of the inaugural Chancellor’s Award announced

    Swansea University celebrated the achievements of the three winners of its inaugural Chancellor’s Award, during graduation ceremonies held in Swansea Arena.

  • July 29, 2022
    Marine biology expert caps Swansea career with PhD on seal behaviour

    A marine biology student who chose Swansea University for his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees has now made it a hat-trick by graduating with a PhD in Biological Sciences.  

  • July 27, 2022
    Breaking the mould – Jessica’s stellar success shows ASC doesn’t hold her back

    A woman who is amongst the first in her family to go to university, and who has Asperger's Syndrome and ADHD, has paid tribute to all who supported her, encouraging others to follow in her wake, as she graduated with a master’s degree – with distinction - in History at Swansea University.

  • July 27, 2022
    Experts unite to mark £2m boost for Supercomputing Wales

    Data experts, technology suppliers and policymakers have gathered to celebrate the power and future of supercomputing in Wales.

  • July 27, 2022
    Swansea University at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod 2022

    Swansea University is sponsoring Y Babell Lên (The Literary Tent) at the Ceredigion National Eisteddfod from 30 July to 6 August 2022.

  • July 26, 2022
    Paramedic Michelle became kidney donor while working and studying through pandemic

    A Barry woman is celebrating her graduation today which marks the culmination of an academic, professional and personal journey where she qualified as a Paramedic while working for the NHS through the pandemic and became part of a kidney donation exchange that helped her grandniece recover from serious illness.

  • July 22, 2022
    Carol Vorderman maths bursaries of £2000 are open to all students - including those applying through clearing

    Nine Carol Vorderman Maths Access Bursaries - worth £2000 each - are on offer to all students applying to do Mathematics at Swansea University, including those who apply through clearing.  

  • July 21, 2022
    Student in recovery from eating disorder celebrates graduation

    A woman who has struggled with poor mental health and an eating disorder, is today celebrating as she graduates from Swansea University with an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science.

  • July 21, 2022
    How new bacterial species discovered in Asian soil could help battle against antibiotic resistance

    Swansea University experts have helped identify several news species of bacteria growing in arid Asian soil which could play a key role in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

  • July 19, 2022
    Teenager’s tragic death inspired her mum to degree success and a new career

    A mature student who suffered a devastating family tragedy during her degree course has now successfully graduated and dedicated her success to her late daughter.

  • July 18, 2022
    Primary schools in Wales encouraged to take part in sun safety study

    A researcher motivated by her son’s sunburn on a school sports day is encouraging primary schools across Wales to help develop sun safety guidelines for the spring and summer terms.

  • July 18, 2022
    Swansea lecturer recognised for making a significant difference to students’ university life

    A Swansea University lecturer who has provided immeasurable support to his students has been recognised with a prestigious award by the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.

  • July 15, 2022
    Delegates share expertise at Artificial Intelligence conference

    Doctoral researchers and academics linked to two Centres of Doctoral Training (CDT) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science came together to share ideas at the 2022 Artificial Intelligence Conference. 

  • July 14, 2022
    How steel in our buildings can generate clean energy – new University and Tata Steel collaboration

    Solar roofing panels which are greener, lighter, cheaper and flexible, and which can be printed on the steel used in buildings, are the focus of a new three-year research collaboration between Swansea experts and Tata Steel UK.

  • July 12, 2022
    Study reveals factors affecting public attitude towards Covid and the new normal

    Partygate, a lack of media coverage and the perception that the virus is now milder could all affect future compliance with Covid guidance.

  • July 12, 2022
    Researchers to develop digital solutions for defects in large-scale concrete construction

    A team of researchers at Swansea University have been awarded £322,000 to develop digital solutions to reduce concrete construction defects.

  • July 5, 2022
    UK MS Register celebrates 10th anniversary with £2m funding boost

    The UK Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Register is not only celebrating a decade of vital data collection and research, it has also secured another £2 million of funding.

  • July 5, 2022
    Chemistry expert secures Humboldt Foundation funding to recruit scientists for nanomaterials research

    An expert in nanomaterials who is based in Swansea and Germany has secured around £250,000 of funding from the Humboldt Foundation to recruit early-career scientists to join his research team.

  • July 5, 2022
    Swansea University Wins Prestigious AGCAS Award for Excellence 2022

    Swansea University Employability Academy (SEA) has won the Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity category at this year's Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) Awards for Excellence.

  • July 4, 2022
    Record number of Swansea University students compete in Commonwealth Games

    Seven current Swansea University students and three graduates are set to compete at this summer’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

  • July 1, 2022
    University launches new anti-grooming animation aimed at keeping children safe online

    A new animation and report recommendations, developed by Swansea University’s online safety DRAGON-S project, will provide vital tools to assist with anti-grooming training. 

  • June 30, 2022
    Climate change will increase chances of wildfire globally – but humans can still help reduce the risk

    New research published today highlights how the risk of wildfire is not only rising globally due to climate change, but already at a pace faster than climate models have predicted. 

  • June 30, 2022
    Dream role for Egypt Centre’s new head

    A childhood visit to a museum not only triggered Ken Griffin’s lifelong passion for Egyptology, it has also led to him landing his perfect job.

  • June 30, 2022
    Children younger within the school year are more likely to be treated for ADHD

    Children younger within the school year are more likely to be treated for ADHD which suggests immaturity may influence diagnosis.

  • June 29, 2022
    Swansea University ranked 15th best university in the UK in StudentCrowd Awards

    Swansea University has been ranked as the 15th best university in the UK in the StudentCrowd University Awards 2022, and has claimed the 20th position in the Students’ Union category.

  • June 29, 2022
    Carbon capture research helps industry tackle carbon emissions

    A collaboration between researchers at the Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University and insulation producer ROCKWOOL Limited has seen the installation of a new carbon dioxide demonstration unit at the company’s manufacturing plant in Bridgend, South Wales.

  • June 28, 2022
    Swansea to lead international research network on violent online political extremism

    Swansea University is to take on the leading role in an international research network, established in 2014 with EU funding, that studies online extremism and terrorism and responses to them.

  • June 28, 2022
    University’s Egypt Centre in running for top museum award

    Swansea University’s Egypt Centre has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, it was announced today. 

  • June 27, 2022
    How terrorists use social media, and how to counter the threat – Swansea hosts international expert conference

    How terrorist groups use social media, and how this can be countered, is the focus of a major international conference in Swansea, which brings together researchers, practitioners and representatives from governments and major tech companies around the world.

  • June 27, 2022
    A sustainable approach to food pest control - Swansea to host major international expert conference

    Feeding a growing population while reducing the environmental impact is an urgent challenge, but a major international conference at Swansea University will help by bringing together experts in integrated pest management. They will discuss new approaches to managing insect pests which will cut reliance on harmful chemical insecticides.

  • June 24, 2022
    Safety boost as Singleton Park gets extra lighting

    Singleton Park is set to get a new stretch of lighting to help keep students and staff safe.

  • June 23, 2022
    Swansea University Academics Recognised as Top Women in Engineering

    Swansea University's Professor Serena Margadonna has been named one of the UK's Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) by the Women's Engineering Society (WES).

  • June 23, 2022
    Swansea University launches new Welsh language and culture strategy

    Swansea University has launched a new five-year strategy outlining its ambitions and aspirations to continue its work of ensuring a prominent place for the Welsh language within the institution and the local community.

  • June 22, 2022
    S4 report on the findings of the first 10 years of their science outreach programme

    An analysis carried out by Swansea University Science for School Scheme (S4), a widening access STEM outreach programme established in 2012, has found that it is having a positive impact on young people from poorer areas by improving their career aspirations, and opinions on studying science at university.

  • June 20, 2022
    University’s £2m boost to help turn bright ideas into global opportunities

    Swansea University has won more than £2 million of funding to continue the drive forward the impact of its wide-ranging research and innovation.

  • June 16, 2022
    Shortlist announced for the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

    A trainee schoolteacher, a Costa Short Story Prize finalist, and an author whose work has been broadcast on BBC Radio 4, are among the 12 authors shortlisted for the 2022 Rhys Davies Short Story Competition.

  • June 13, 2022
    Swansea University sponsors Swansea City’s away shirt for 2022-23

    Swansea University will be Swansea City’s front of away shirt partner and will sponsor the club’s travel and training wear for the forthcoming 2022-23 season.

  • June 2, 2022
    UKRI Award for Technocamps

    Technocamps has been awarded a UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) STEM Inspiration Award for Outstanding Contribution to Widening Participation, Diversity and Inclusion in STEM.

  • June 1, 2022
    Vision for Swansea as centre for natural products is a step closer

    The Swansea region could become a centre for natural products – from biopesticides to natural alternatives in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals – as funding has just been confirmed for a feasibility study into setting up a new hub to support research and businesses in this fast-growing sector.

  • June 1, 2022
    Swansea University celebrates the life and work of Ludwig Wittgenstein with series of events

    The life and work of Ludwig Wittgenstein, the Austrian-British philosopher regarded by many as the greatest philosopher of the 20th century, is to be celebrated with a series of events hosted by Swansea University in partnership with the Austrian Cultural Forum London and the Wittgenstein Initiative in June 2022.

  • May 31, 2022
    Updated book examines today’s key tourism issues

    The issues now facing visitor attractions around the world are explored in the latest edition of a book edited by a Swansea University tourism expert.

  • May 30, 2022
    New Charter to promote sustainable travel in Swansea Bay

    Swansea University hosted the launch of the Swansea Bay Healthy Travel Charter, signed by 11 leading organisations from across the region.

  • May 26, 2022
    Swansea University announces GwyddonLe programme at the Denbighshire Urdd Eisteddfod 2022

    Swansea University is pleased to sponsor one of the main attractions at the Urdd National Eisteddfod, the GwyddonLe pavilion, again this year – offering a full week of entertaining educational activities for children and young people.

  • May 25, 2022
    Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022

    Swansea University has ranked within the top 200 in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.

  • May 24, 2022
    Documentary project unites University and community to put spotlight on Gower

    A unique film project which brought together Swansea University students, staff and the community to showcase the beauty of Gower will be officially launched next month.

  • May 24, 2022
    Research and Innovation Awards mark Swansea University’s first major celebration since 2020

    The breadth of Swansea University’s world-leading research was put in the spotlight at the Research and Innovation Awards 2022, with fourteen projects named as winners.

  • May 20, 2022
    New study searching for Welsh speakers living in care

    A Swansea University researcher is on the hunt for help to carry out a unique study into older Welsh speakers’ experience of care.

  • May 19, 2022
    Research conference set to boost Swansea’s partnership with Grenoble and its European links

    Swansea’s European links and research across the breadth of the institution will be strengthened when researchers working in Swansea and France meet in July, as part of a flourishing partnership with Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA).

  • May 18, 2022
    Swansea University Employability Academy Shortlisted in Prestigious Careers and Employability Awards

    Swansea University Employability Academy (SEA) has been nominated for five awards at the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) Awards for Excellence 2022.

  • May 18, 2022
    Sun safety for children – new research will explore the role of primary schools in preventing skin cancer

    With skin cancer rates rising, much of it preventable, a new research project is to explore the role of primary schools in Wales and assess the effectiveness of sun safety policies in protecting children. The results will help improve prevention of skin cancer in Wales and beyond.

  • May 18, 2022
    Health checks make life-saving difference for people with a learning disability

    Welsh researchers have found that health checks help improve survival for people with a learning disability, especially those with autism or Down’s syndrome.

  • May 16, 2022
    Funding to help semiconductor innovation achieve Net Zero ambitions

    A new research and innovation facility based at Swansea University has received a funding boost of nearly £2.5m to host a project that will trial innovative emission reduction strategies for the semiconductor industry to help the sector deliver on Net Zero ambitions.

  • May 12, 2022
    Patricia Lockwood wins 2022 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize with debut novel

    American poet, novelist and essayist Patricia Lockwood has been awarded one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for her debut novel, No One Is Talking About This (Bloomsbury Publishing). 

  • May 12, 2022
    REF2021: Swansea University increases proportion of world-leading and internationally excellent research

    The publication of the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF2021) results today (12 May) shows that Swansea University has improved the proportion of its world-leading and internationally excellent research. In the 2021 assessment, 86% of the University’s overall research was rated as 4*, (world-leading) or 3* (internationally excellent) - up from 80% in the previous REF exercise in 2014.

  • May 11, 2022
    Detecting viruses in a pinprick

    Scientists at Swansea University, Biovici Ltd and the National Physical Laboratory have developed a method to detect viruses in very small volumes.

  • May 11, 2022
    Public health professor becomes Fellow of Academy of Medical Sciences

    A Swansea University public health expert has been honoured by the prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences.

  • May 11, 2022
    Seeing more species at the coast improves wellbeing – new research underlines benefits of biodiversity

    Seeing a larger number of species on urban coastlines - from marine animals to seaweed - is likely to improve the wellbeing of local people and visitors, new research from a team at Swansea University has revealed. The findings provide further evidence that biodiversity brings wide-ranging benefits.

  • May 9, 2022
    Education and earning potential hold the key to online dating popularity

    Money can’t buy you love but it does make your profile more attractive when it comes to online dating. New research has revealed that level of education and income are particularly important, especially for men.

  • May 9, 2022
    Swansea University at Hay Festival

    Queer short stories from Wales, the everyday voices of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the winning title of this year’s Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize are among the subjects set to delight audiences at the 35th Hay Festival between 26 May - 5 June.

  • May 9, 2022
    New study suggests four in 10 in need of social care in Wales did not access services during the pandemic

    As many as four in 10 people in Wales who may have needed social care did not access its services during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new report.

  • May 5, 2022
    Special International Day of the Midwife award for Welsh midwives

    Four midwives had special reason to celebrate this year’s International Day of the Midwife – it saw them being the first ever winners of a prestigious new honour.

  • May 4, 2022
    New research shows how surfing may boost wellbeing of brain injury survivors

    Generations of surfers know there’s nothing like catching the perfect wave, but now new research has looked at just how beneficial the power of the sea can be.

  • May 3, 2022
    Swansea University academics honoured by Learned Society of Wales

    Eight Swansea University academics are among the new entrants to the Learned Society of Wales’ Fellowship.

  • April 29, 2022
    Swansea University Student Wins Two Awards at Parliamentary Science Competition

    A chemistry PhD researcher has won two prizes at STEM for BRITAIN, a major scientific poster competition held at Parliament, which aims to give politicians “an insight into the outstanding research work being undertaken in UK universities by early-career researchers.”

  • April 29, 2022
    Pan-Wales institute works to promote the health and wellbeing of the nation

    The unique challenges facing health and wellbeing as we emerge from the pandemic into a new era have been highlighted in a new annual report launched today.

  • April 28, 2022
    Partners ready to deliver research and innovation opportunities

    Hywel Dda University Health Board and Swansea University will work together to help improve the health and well-being of communities in the three counties under a new agreement.

  • April 28, 2022
    Swansea researchers develop new method to stop a molecule from rotating using ultra-low energy

    Swansea researchers have developed a new method to stop a molecule from rotating using ultra-low energy, shedding new light on molecule-surface interactions.

  • April 26, 2022
    Ancient oak trees to shed light on the climate of the past 4500 years

    Researchers will soon be able to reconstruct the climate of north-west Europe including the UK over the last 4500 years, and to date wooden buildings and objects more accurately, by analysing the chemistry of ancient oak trees, through a new Swansea-led project just selected for €3 million in European funding.

  • April 26, 2022
    Researcher wins international funding to help pioneer diabetes care

    A Swansea University researcher’s pioneering work in the field of diabetes has helped earn her a major funding boost.

  • April 26, 2022
    Insufficient menstrual cycle education provided in UK schools, study finds

    Menstrual cycle education in UK schools is inconsistent and inadequate, and teachers feel they lack time, confidence, and subject knowledge, according to new research led by Swansea University.

  • April 25, 2022
    Swansea University shortlisted for Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2022

    Swansea University has been shortlisted in the Outreach and Widening Participation Submission Award category of this year’s Whatuni Student Choice Awards.

  • April 22, 2022
    Castell Howell and Swansea Arena to sponsor Swansea University for Welsh Varsity

    Welsh food wholesaler Castell Howell and the new Swansea Arena will be the principal sponsors for Swansea University at this year’s Welsh Varsity returns.

  • April 13, 2022
    Swansea’s student entrepreneurs boost their business ideas with Big Pitch

    Entrepreneurial students received a major boost for their business ideas at Swansea University’s annual Big Pitch Competition, sponsored by Santander Universities.

  • April 12, 2022
    New review finds Autistic mothers face extra barriers to breastfeed

    A new review by Swansea University, working with the University of Kent and non-profit organisation, Autistic UK, has found that breastfeeding support from midwives and health visitors is often not well suited to meet the needs of Autistic women.

  • April 8, 2022
    Swansea University partnerships support research to protect and restore rainforests.

    Leading researchers within the Faculty of Science and Engineering are continuing a successful partnership with a leading rainforest research programme in Borneo following a new £330,000 research grant.

  • April 6, 2022
    Swansea University and Aspire2Be collaboration recognised at prestigious awards

    Swansea University and Aspire2Be have been recognised as highly commended at the National Undergraduate Employability Awards for their collaborative project, iBroadcast.

  • April 6, 2022
    QS World University Ranking by Subject 2022: Swansea University achieves its best ranking

    Swansea University has delivered its best-ever performance in a leading global university ranking by subject released today.

  • April 5, 2022
    New Research Project Takes Steps Towards a Circular Economy

    A research project aimed at bringing a truly circular economy one step closer, has received a £1.2 million research grant from the Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC).

  • April 1, 2022
    Swansea student wins £1,000 in Dealer Tech Competition

    A Swansea University student has won £1,000 in a competition for his idea to create an online database for suppliers, manufacturers and dealerships in the automotive industry.

  • April 1, 2022
    Swansea academic awarded best thesis prize

    A Swansea University academic has won the Agronomy Best PhD Thesis Awards for his research to establish a new combination of methods for the earlier detection of plant disease in food crops, which could have global economic and environmental impact.

  • March 31, 2022
    University joins in special celebration of Swansea’s support for migrants

    Swansea University is playing a key role in helping shape youngsters’ knowledge about migration at a unique new city exhibition.

  • March 31, 2022
    Under-represented voices dominate the 2022 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize shortlist

    The shortlist for one of the world’s largest literary prizes for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – has been announced. From Sri Lanka to Trinidad, Texas, and Ireland via the Middle East, this year’s shortlist features a powerful, international collection of writers who are offering platforms for under-represented voices.

  • March 29, 2022
    Improving asphalt road pavement using engineered nano mineral composites

    A novel and eco-friendly nano asphalt binder has been developed by researchers at Swansea University and the Technical University of Braunschweig.

  • March 25, 2022
    How fingers could point to a link between low testosterone and Covid hospitalizations

    Could the length of a person’s fingers provide a clue to how ill they might get after contracting Covid-19?

  • March 23, 2022
    Swansea University signs Technician Commitment

    Swansea University has signed the Technician Commitment, joining more than half of UK universities and several research institutions in backing a pledge to support their technicians.

  • March 21, 2022
    Protecting the Amazon’s giant trees - Swansea geographer's visit gathers key data and secures government commitment

    A Swansea geographer has recently returned from the Amazon with vital data on giant trees of over 80 metres, which she first helped discover in 2018. As a result of this work, the State government in Brazil has pledged to enact a Bill to protect them and their surroundings.

  • March 18, 2022
    University shines a light on why recycling is so vital

    Swansea University showed its commitment to sustainability by going green to mark Global Recycling Day.

  • March 17, 2022
    Students’ transatlantic trip to share AI research

    PhD students from Swansea University have been sharing their cutting-edge research into artificial intelligence with colleagues in America.

  • March 13, 2022
    Multiple sclerosis and marine life research to benefit from Livery Company awards

    Two Swansea University researchers have won travel scholarships from the Worshipful Livery Company of Wales, which will allow them to further their research and share it with fellow experts.

  • March 11, 2022
    Vice-Chancellor's statement on Ukraine

    At Swansea University, we join with universities and academic organisations around the world in condemning unequivocally the Russian state’s decision to invade Ukraine. 

  • March 11, 2022
    Royal visit to life-changing research facility in Swansea

    HRH The Countess of Wessex, patron to The Scar Free Foundation, visited the world-leading facial reconstruction research programme based at Swansea University, meeting patients who could benefit from these ground-breaking studies.

  • March 9, 2022
    Visit to cultural attaches boosts Swansea’s links with Oman and Qatar

    Stronger links with Oman and Qatar were the subject of discussions during a visit by a senior Swansea University delegation to the Cultural Attaches’ offices for both countries in London.

  • March 8, 2022
    Greener industries - chemical engineers find new ways of reusing carbon to tackle the climate crisis

    Swansea University chemical engineers are finding new ways to capture and reuse carbon by turning it into useful products to help tackle the climate crisis.

  • March 4, 2022
    New study explores how pollutants indoors impact child health

    Scientists at Swansea University have launched a major study to discover how everyday pollutants impact the development and health of fetuses and children.

  • March 3, 2022
    Covid-19 pandemic increased UK network news coverage of devolved issues, study finds

    A new Ofcom-commissioned study has revealed UK network news providers have enhanced their coverage of devolved topics, largely due to the pandemic.

  • March 3, 2022
    International Women’s Day with Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

    Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson will be speaking about the challenges she has faced and how she has overcome them, following the International Women’s Day 2022’s theme #BreakTheBias.

  • March 3, 2022
    Storing summer heat to use in winter – new research on thermal energy storage could cut bills and boost renewables

    New technology that could store heat for days or even months, helping the shift towards net zero, is the focus of a new project involving the Active Building Centre Research Programme, led by Swansea University, which has just been awarded funding of £146,000.

  • February 24, 2022
    Swansea University scientist to present his research in Parliament

    Thomas Spriggs, a PhD research student at Swansea University, is to present his physics research in Parliament, to a panel of expert judges and politicians, as one of the finalists in STEM for Britain 2022.

  • February 23, 2022
    Swansea University ranked 26th in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index

    Swansea University has been named in the UK’s top 100 most inclusive employers for LGBTQ+ staff, for the sixth time in a row.

  • February 22, 2022
    Free sessions offer chance to find out more about part-time degree

    If you are looking to return to education or just want to see what it is like to study, Swansea University is offering a series of free sessions to give you first-hand experience.

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