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Dr Ethan Perkins, lecturer in Cancer Biology & Therapeutics, has secured a £24,900 grant from Animal Free Research UK to develop a fully humanised ‘organ-on-a-chip' model of prostate cancer. (1/3)
November 6, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Best of luck to University of Bradford alumnus George Smith as he competes in England’s Strongest Man this Sunday. 💪 (1/3)
November 6, 2025 at 12:21 PM
We’re using AI to change lives, from speeding up organ transplants to advancing fairness in sport.

Join us for AI for All on 18 November, where Dr Kamran Mahroof will share how our academics and graduates are using AI to tackle today’s challenges and shape tomorrow’s opportunities.

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We’re using AI to change lives, from speeding up organ transplants to advancing fairness in sport. Join us on 18 November in Birmingham for AI for All with Dr Kamran Mahroof to explore how AI is shapi...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The University is delighted to partner with @quantinuum.bsky.social, the world’s largest quantum computing company, & @bradford2025.co.uk, for an exciting event – the Bradford Quantum Hackathon – marking the International Year of Quantum in a city celebrating its year as a UK Capital of Culture.
October 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Women’s voices are essential in the fight for climate justice, and we’re making space for them. Join us on Thursday 6 November for an interactive event featuring leading voices in climate action and policy.

Book your place: bit.ly/475bvxz

#ClimateJusticeforWomen #GenCGov #Bradford2025
October 28, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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New paper alert⚠️

Dr Catherine Quinn and colleagues authored a paper exploring professionals’ awareness, knowledge, and current practices around social care for people with Young Onset Dementia.

🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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October 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The University of Bradford’s global reach continues to grow, with 138 students enrolling in the Joint College of Advanced Manufacturing, a landmark partnership with Yangzhou University in China.

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Strong student interest as 138 students enrol in Bradford–China partnership   - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
The University of Bradford’s global reach continues to grow, with 138 students enrolling in the Joint College of Advanced Manufacturing, a landmark partnership with Yangzhou University in China.
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October 24, 2025 at 10:44 AM
The JB Priestley Library, named after the Bradford-born writer, was officially opened by JB Priestley & then-University Chancellor & Prime Minister, Harold Wilson, on 18 October 1975.

Fifty years on, past & present staff members marked its 50th anniversary with a host of activities: bit.ly/4hgfn3x
Library turns the page on its first 50 years - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
A half-century of stories and study was celebrated as the University of Bradford’s library marked its milestone anniversary.
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October 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM
On Thursday 6 November, 12:00-14:30, the University of Bradford will host an important conversation exploring how women are unequally affected by climate change and what needs to be done to amplify their voices. (1/4)
October 14, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Single parent Vicky juggles her daily responsibilities of being a mother of six-year-old twins, working full-time supporting vulnerable adults and studying MSc Psychology (Distance Learning) at the University of Bradford.

She shares her routine and how she stays disciplined here: bit.ly/42zvDXu
Single parent Vicky swaps night-time scrolling for Master’s studies - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
A single mother of twins is studying for a Master's at home while bringing up her children and working full-time.
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October 14, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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Today the University of Bradford joins with universities across the North to call on the Government to take urgent action to improve the lives of children as part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign, which highlights inequalities in the health of young people in the North of England. bit.ly/4nYY7Ck
Children in the North are losing up to 10 years of life due to inactivity and inequality - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
Today the University of Bradford joins with universities across the North to call on the Government to take urgent action to improve the lives of children as part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign, which...
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October 13, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Today the University of Bradford joins with universities across the North to call on the Government to take urgent action to improve the lives of children as part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign, which highlights inequalities in the health of young people in the North of England. bit.ly/4nYY7Ck
Children in the North are losing up to 10 years of life due to inactivity and inequality - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
Today the University of Bradford joins with universities across the North to call on the Government to take urgent action to improve the lives of children as part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign, which...
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October 13, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Dr Elizabeth Kiilu, Assistant Professor of Public Health at the University of Bradford, is calling on people to embrace nature and spend five minutes in the mud, revealing our gut microbes thrive when we do.

Here's why you should take five muddy minutes for a health boost: bit.ly/46Raedu (1/2)
Grab five muddy minutes for health boost - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
A University of Bradford academic is calling on people to embrace nature and spend five minutes in the mud, revealing our gut microbes - affectionately dubbed ‘belly bugs’ - thrive when we do.
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October 7, 2025 at 8:33 AM
An edible campus, beehives and wooded areas helped clinch gold for the University of Bradford's gardening team at this year's Yorkshire in Bloom. 😍

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Bloomin’ marvellous: Campus strikes gold with award - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
An edible campus, beehives and wooded areas helped clinch gold for the University of Bradford at this year’s Yorkshire in Bloom.
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October 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
A University of Bradford module on sustainability has been shortlisted for a prestigious international award. (1/3)
October 1, 2025 at 7:50 AM
The latest Knowledge Exchange Framework has been published, recognising Bradford's exceptional breadth of partnership working, including our 'high engagement' in IP and Commercialisation, Working with Businesses and CPD/Graduate Start-Ups. (1/2)
September 26, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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🚨Yorkshire Universities launches NEW strategy to champion Yorkshire

Our 2025–2030 #Strategy is now live and our strategic priorities are set!

We will:
Amplify Regional Strengths
Unlock New Ideas
Partner to Drive Place-based Impact

🔗Read: bit.ly/YU2025-30Strategy
#yorkshire #highereducation
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Powering Place Unlocking Potential Yorkshire Universities (YU), the representative body for universities and higher education institutions in Yorkshire, has today (Thursday 25 September) published a n...
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September 25, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Join the Faculty of Management, Sciences and Engineering on Thursday 2 October for a hybrid lecture on Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). (1/2)
September 23, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Up 25 places in Times/Sunday Times Good Uni Guide, 12 in Guardian, 20 in QS. Daily Mail Uni of the Year for Social Inclusion. #1 in England for Social Mobility 4 years running. This is what putting students first looks like.
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September 19, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Bussing Out, an immersive art installation set in the top deck of a 70s bus, produced by University of Bradford-based arts organisation, Theatre in the Mill, is set to go on the road for a national tour thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England funding.
September 18, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The effects of climate change are not equal. We know women are more likely to be affected by climate change than men, yet they make up less than a quarter of leadership positions in climate policy-making. Women’s voices are not being heard. It's time for change. (1/2)
September 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Should schools be more active?
Our academics think so.
The World Health Organisation thinks so.
WHO report: tinyurl.com/2mskmukp
Research with impact: tinyurl.com/5cpenjnr
Fact: 'People in the North live shorter lives.' Health Equity North report: tinyurl.com/5n7ecvet
September 18, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Subjects taught at the University of Bradford have been ranked in the top 10 nationally in the Guardian University Guide 2026, published today.
Bradford’s Paramedic Science is third nationally, with Chemical Engineering fifth.
Bradford rose 12 places overall this year to 69th.
September 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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Special thanks to our speakers, organizers, volunteers & members who made it all possible! Your energy keeps our community thriving! 🙌🏾 Big applause for @uniofbradford.bsky.social for hosting this year’s conference!
September 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Former students returned to the University of Bradford to celebrate 25 years since studying business together. The alumni marked the milestone with a special Master of Business Administration (MBA) reunion, having originally graduated in summer 2000.

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Students back for university reunion 25 years on - 2025 - News - University of Bradford
A married couple from Germany were among a group of former students who returned to the University of Bradford 25 years after studying business.
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September 10, 2025 at 12:54 PM