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University of Birmingham and University of Glasgow expand careers support for students from China

Comprehensive coaching programme marks new milestone in Universities’ partnership with JOBShaigui to help graduates into employment.
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Attackers can bypass Microsoft's flagship Windows security defences without physical access

Defeating strongest defences in Windows 11 using software alone – previous attacks needed a screwdriver and physical access to the machine.
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Researchers show how malicious SIM cards can hijack smartphones, EV chargers and connected devices

Standardised SIM card functionality poses security risk to modern mobile communication devices, including Internet of Things (IoT) deployments.
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University of Birmingham named Daily Mail University of the Year 2027

The University of Birmingham has been named Daily Mail University of the Year 2027, recognising its excellence in student outcomes and experience, educational innovation, and investment in the future.
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Greener processing makes novel material cheaper for water decontamination

Researchers show greener processing can reduce estimated production cost for novel materials that remove heavy metals from industrial wastewater.
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Melting sea ice combines with Arctic ocean to make clouds

Naturally occurring compounds from the melting sea ice create cloud-forming particles that could have a significant impact on the climate.
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University of Birmingham dataset to accelerate bladder cancer research

Described as one of the most significant bladder cancer resources in the world, the dataset is now available for commercial licensing.
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Shakespeare anniversaries celebrated

In its 75th year, the Shakespeare Institute hosted the 40th iteration of the International Shakespeare Conference, celebrated at the New Place ...
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Personalised carbohydrate testing available for endurance athletes

Lab-based test called fuelsync® run by globally leading sports nutritionists provides optimal carbohydrate fuelling for endurance performance ...
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What it means to be asked: Reflections on a mission to Ukraine

Professor Stefan Wolff at the University of Birmingham writes about his recent OSCE fact-finding mission to Ukraine.
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Wildfire preparedness in the UK is decades behind others, and we are running out of time to catch up

Given the similarities between New Zealand’s and the UK’s maritime climate and vegetation, I had imagined the UK was similarly equipped to deal with wildfires. When I moved to the UK in 2020, I ...
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University of Birmingham joins prestigious UN network with new Sérgio Vieira de Mello Chair

Birmingham expert joins distinguished group of universities in recognition of influential work with refugees, asylum seekers and displaced communities.