Case studies

Inclusive arts practice: reaching new understandings of what is truly inclusive – University of Brighton
May 11, 2022
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Participatory, inclusive arts practice can combat isolation, prejudice and exclusion. It provides meeting points, public platforms and common experience for diverse groups of people. Importantly, though, the best examples move beyond arts participation for health interests alone, and challenge simple art-as-service models. Alice Fox’s research at the University of Brighton is establishing a deeper understanding […]

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Enhancing public policy delivery through the application of GIS network-based accessibility techniques – USW
May 11, 2022
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The application of research and innovative tools developed by the University of South Wales has enabled government, national sporting bodies and charitable organisations to improve their decision making and strategic planning to better support the delivery of the services they provide. Driven by a need to understand spatial and social inequalities in the provision of […]

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Smarter, greener energy solutions – Teesside University
May 11, 2022
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Researchers at Teesside University have developed smart tools that automatically adapt to changing energy demand and production. This work has led to more accurate predictions of energy need and a significant reduction in energy wastage. And, in collaboration with industry, Teesside University research has enabled wind energy to be integrated into the National Grid – […]

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Driving digital inclusion – Oxford Brookes University
May 11, 2022
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Creative digital projects for young people A groundbreaking project is helping thousands of marginalised young people to find a sense of belonging by combining art with technology to express themselves. The project – called AGAST (Avant-Gardes and Speculative Technology) – is the brainchild of Dr Eric White with Professor Alex Goody and John Twycross from University College, […]

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Using data to improve young people’s lives – Oxford Brookes University
May 11, 2022
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Dr Rozana Himaz’s expertise in development economics is improving young people’s education and health in some of the world’s poorest countries. Using large surveys and statistics, she provides the evidence needed for investment and action from key global organisations. Rozana’s long-term research into the value of education underpinned the World Bank’s decision to invest $100 […]

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Making the workplace more equal – Oxford Brookes University
May 11, 2022
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A passionate commitment to putting equality at the centre of employment practice is the driver for research by Professor Simonetta Manfredi and her team. Simonetta, who is the founding director of the Centre for Diversity Policy Research and Practice, has harnessed the Centre’s broad-ranging research skills to improve standards of workplace equality, leading to major change […]

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Using environmental DNA research to trace endangered or invasive species – University of Derby
May 11, 2022
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Reliable surveying techniques are essential to aid the protection of endangered species and chart the spread of invasive species. Using environmental DNA (eDNA), researchers at the University of Derby are transforming the way different species can be detected, monitored and quantified, opening up avenues for the conservation of rare species and for the effective management of […]

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Improving transition for newly qualified nurses – University of Derby
May 11, 2022
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As recognised experts in addressing transition and employer organisational support structures, the NHS commissioned the University of Derby to investigate the acute staffing problem which sees a high percentage of newly qualified nurses (NQNs) at risk of leaving the profession in the first six months after they qualify. Research focus Research focused on evaluating and enhancing […]

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Enhancing health in care homes and communities during the pandemic – University of Hertfordshire
May 11, 2022
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The work of an expert team of researchers from the University of Hertfordshire has been used to fundamentally improve how care homes and the NHS work together. By the end of 2020, the national Framework for Enhanced Health in Care Homes had been rolled out nationally to cover around 11,300 care homes and 410,000 care […]

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Monitoring air quality to protect public health – University of Hertfordshire
May 11, 2022
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The University’s Particle Instruments Research Group have worked with a number of businesses to translate their research into commercial devices to monitor air quality. The team’s ground-breaking design for a low-cost Optical Particle Counter, was taken up by Essex-based company Alphasense. Since 2015, over 18,000 units have been integrated into air quality monitoring systems […]

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