Bertie the cat: An update
February 4, 2019
Many you have been interested in the whereabouts of Bertie, the cat who frequented Hallward Library for cuddles and treats from staff and students. Last month a Beeston family saved Bertie’s life, getting him the urgent medical attention he needed and offering him a permanent home and we are very grateful to them. Sadly we’ve learnt that Bertie was not adjusting well to his new home and …
Dr Stewart Adams OBE – Nottingham’s ‘best alumnus’ – passes away aged 95
January 31, 2019
Dr Stewart Adams, the legendary Nottingham pharmacologist who co-created the painkiller ibuprofen, has sadly passed away aged 95. Today ibuprofen is the most commonly-used drug in the management of pain and inflammation worldwide. Dr Adams left school at 16 and trained at a small branch of Boots the Chemist in Cambridgeshire. The company awarded him …
Nottingham receives funding to tackle real-world problems
The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Nottingham has received £1.3 million from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to fund leading research to tackle real world problems. The funding will enable a four-year programme of activities that will support collaborative projects between academics and a range of charities, social enterprises and …
O Tannenbaum! Is there a perfect way to decorate your Christmas tree?
December 20, 2018
By Ian Sheard, BSc (Hons), Physics – University of Nottingham 2014-2018. Media/Admin Assistant in the University of Nottingham Press Office. Regardez-vous der Tannenbaums Franco-German linguist I may not be, but I do know a thing or two about Christmas trees. In this regard, I flatter myself that I am completely normal. I have yet to …
World Soil Day – Nottingham puts soil science on world stage
December 5, 2018
It’s World Soil Day today, the annual awareness day run by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation. The event aims to raise awareness of the importance of soil quality for human well-being, food security and ecosystems. Here’s just a flavour of the soil science and facilities that support the University of Nottingham’s internationally recognised research …
£50 note – Sir Peter Mansfield on the list of nominations
November 28, 2018
Sir Peter Mansfield is on a list of eligible names nominated in the first week of the Bank of England’s search for the face of the new £50 note. The Bank of England wants to feature someone who has contributed to science. The list of all eligible nominations will be posted once the nomination window closes on Friday …
Ceremony to ensure Sutton Bonington’s fallen are not forgotten
November 12, 2018
Two avenues of lime trees stand at the heart of the University of Nottingham’s Sutton Bonington Campus. Kingstonian Avenue, now known simply as The Limes, was planted nearly ninety years ago but few will be aware of the significance of these trees. At the end of the 1920s the Old Kingstonian Association, alumni of the former agricultural college, agreed that the limes should be planted and some would be funded to …
First degree apprentices learn ‘on the job’ at University of Nottingham
November 5, 2018
The first ever intake of degree apprentices to study at the University of Nottingham alongside their day jobs in the National Health Service have started their studies. The University has partnered with Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and the Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to deliver the 30-month programme. Eight registered health professionals are working …
His Royal Highness The Duke of York, KG unveils new innovation centre at University of Nottingham Ningbo China
November 2, 2018
New Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition launched HRH unveiled new centre on a six day official visit to China Bilateral trade between the UK and China reached a record £67.5bn in 2017 The Duke of York visited the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) today (2 November 2018), opening the Ingenuity Lab. The Duke is …
“And a pint and half of Mansfield, please” ….
October 31, 2018
…. the phrase of the day at the Vat and Fiddle in Nottingham to launch the new ‘Sir Peter Mansfield’ beer – Castle Rock’s autumn season Nottinghamian Celebration Ale. The beer, to honour the Nobel laureate, physicist and Nottingham-based MRI pioneer, Sir Peter Mansfield, is a traditional Nottingham-style five malt bitter. The unique recipe was created …
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