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University conspiracy theory and behaviour experts join panel at climate films event
March 16 event in Bath tackles climate hoax, denial and anxiety.
Rich Brits blamed for high emissions – but they might hold the power to accelerate climate action
Survey data reveals the UK’s top earners are more likely to adopt green technologies but remain unwilling to compromise their lifestyle to cut emissions.
University of Bath academics on Dispatches highlight Novo Nordisk’s "deep cultural issues"
Academics from the University of Bath have featured in Channel 4’s Dispatches investigation, highlighting concerns about Novo Nordisk’s promotional practices
University sponsors Bath Safe Bus to continue delivering crucial late night welfare service
The two universities in Bath are supporting Bath BID’s Bath Safe Bus initiative, which has run for the past two years.
Bath placement student helps company win two environmental industry awards
Work by Natural Sciences student Roben Els during his placement contributed to ventilation manufacturer, Vent-Axia, winning two environmental industry awards.
Student startup makes University of Bath graduate a millionaire
Lux Rewards loyalty scheme acquired at an eight-figure valuation
Sport at Bath
Sports news from Team Bath, including the performances of athletes and teams based in our Sports Training Village, as well as sports science related research from our Department for Health.
Becky Wilde named as rowing's Female Olympic Athlete of the Year
The University of Bath alumna won the award following a meteoric 2024 which saw overcome injury to win bronze at the Paris Olympics in her first senior season.
Matt Weston is World Champion again as British Skeleton win gold and silver in Lake Placid
Marcus Wyatt joined his team-mate on the podium as the University of Bath-based Brits replicated their 1-2 finish in the Overall World Cup rankings.
Podium place on car-racing debut fuels Stephanie Hobeika's F1 Academy dreams
The University of Bath Engineering student, supported by the Breakthrough Programme, is the only female SR1 racer contesting the 2025 Radical Club Challenge.
British champ Justin Davies is latest Team Bath Rengen Athlete of the Month
The sporting scholar, who trains and studies at the University of Bath, won the British 800m indoor title and made his GB debut at the European Championships.
Proud University connection as Bath Rugby end 17-year wait for silverware
A host of University of Bath students, graduates and coaches played key roles as Bath won the 2024-25 Premiership Rugby Cup in fine style.
Ranjuo Tomblin makes artistic swimming history at World Cup in Paris
The University of Bath Sporting Scholar became the first Brit to win Men’s Tech Solo gold before helping to secure Aquatics GB’s first-ever Mixed Duet title.
Podcasts
Listen to the University's Research with Impact Podcast hosted by science journalist Roland Pease.
Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: The Science of Pain
Roland Pease meets Prof Christopher Eccleston, Dr Emma Fisher and Prof Ed Keogh to learn about the work of the Centre for Pain Research.
Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: 'A bright future for solar energy'
In the new podcast series, Roland meets Prof Alison Walker (Physics) and Prof Petra Cameron (Chemistry) to discuss our research that's powering the future.
Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: How do we make big data work for society
In episode two of our Research with Impact podcast, Roland Pease discusses big data and digitisation with three of the University’s world-leading experts.
Research with Impact Podcast with Roland Pease: 'We need to talk about AI'
In episode two, Roland meets Nello Cristianini (Computer Science) and Emma Carmel (SPS) to learn how our research is informing AI developments and regulation.
In The Conversation
Read articles from Bath academics published via The Conversation UK.
How AI can (and can’t) help lighten your load at work
Dr Akhil Bhardwaj examines how AI may, or may not, help you in the workplace
Memes spread conspiracy theories by uniting online groups, shows new research
Study reveals how memes in online communities reinforce the collective identity of conspiracy theorists.
Experts have challenged the medical case against Lucy Letby. What about the statistical evidence?
Dr Kit Yates (Mathematical Sciences) writes in The Conversation about the statistical evidence used in Lucy Letby's conviction.
Ukraine War: The idea that Kyiv should have signed a peace deal in 2022 is flawed – here’s why
In this article for The Conversation Dr Stephen Hall argues that the notion of Kyiv accepting a peace deal with Russia in 2022 is flawed.
Ukraine and Moldova gain EU candidate status but face a long road to full membership
Dr Stephen Hall (Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies) writes for The Conversation.
Is the risk of brain injury from contact sports being overstated by the media?
In this article in The Conversation, Dr Kit Yates asks if the risk of brain injury from contact sports being overstated by the media.
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