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European cities are not prepared to effectively address climate change risks, according to a new study which found that nearly 70% of their climate adaptation plans contain significant inconsistencies.

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A national survey of more than 4,000 UK workers has revealed that while employee engagement has seen its first rise since the pandemic - climbing 3% to an average of 65% - inequalities continue to divide the workforce.

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A celebration of emerging creative talent — with a rich tradition of showcasing award-winning student work — is set to open at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for its annual art and design showcase.

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Nottingham Trent University has been recognised as a Policing Academic Centre of Excellence in a new initiative to ensure that policing is shaped by the latest and best scientific expertise.

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Almost 90% of lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) individuals are sleeping poorly due to identity challenges, anxiety and depression, and reduced life satisfaction, according to the first study to use standard assessments to measure sleep exclusively among the LGB community.

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The University of Leicester, De Montfort University and Loughborough University are joining forces with Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham in an unprecedented ambitious project which brings together academia and the community to support growth and development, broaden prospects, drive change, and improve wellbeing.

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A Nottingham Trent University (NTU) alumna who turned her final year project into a successful business supporting people with sight loss has been honoured with a prestigious Purple Plaque from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).

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Thousands of people who are born deafblind will understand live conversations for the first time thanks to new research into smart textiles being developed by Nottingham Trent University (NTU).

ntu.ac.uk/about-us/news/news-articles/2025/04/deafblind-people-to-understand-live-conversations-thanks-to-e-textiles-research

Carnosine, a rapidly-degrading compound which may play a role in controlling blood sugar levels could be kept in the body for longer by inhibiting the enzymes that break it down, a new study suggests.

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Nottingham Trent University (NTU) and White Rose, a Nottingham-based social enterprise, have been named the winner of The AGCAS Award for Excellence in Careers and Employability Service Engagement, at the 2025 targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards.

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