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Creative Energy Homes and Trent Basin research projects

Short film about Creative Energy Homes and Trent Basin research projects. Featuring Professor Lucelia Rodrigues talking about Creative Energy Homes and Professor Mark Gillott talking about Trent…

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Interview with a 1960s University Alumnus

Philip Shakesheff tells us about his time as a student at the University of Nottingham from 1966-1969.

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Tips for international students starting university

Andrew shares some tips about travelling to the UK and settling into university as an international student at the University of Nottingham.

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Biochemistry research, modules and uni life

Emily tells us what it’s like to be a biochemistry student as well as giving advice to those interested in studying at Nottingham.

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Student vloggers visit Christmas at Wollaton 🎄 | University of Nottingham

Student vlogger Zoe takes us inside Christmas at Wollaton! THE EXPERIENCE This Christmas, as twilight descends, Wollaton Hall turns into an enchanting world of light and music.A brand new trail for…

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Life as a midwifery student

Camille is a second year midwife student at the University of Nottingham, here she gives us a glimpse into her life on the course. Follow Camille as she shows us around her community placements,…

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Day in the life at the University of Nottingham

Megan shares her experiences of a day in the life at the University of Nottingham.

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A day in the life of an MPT student

Diveyaa is a second year Medical Physiology and Therapeutics student (MPT) at the University of Nottingham. Here she explains what a day in the life of an MT student looks like, what extra…

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Vlog: A day in the life of a Neuroscience student

Join Keya as she takes us on a trip around the university campus and gives us an insight into her life as a Neuroscience student. Follow Keya's YT channel here:…

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Day in the life at the University of Nottingham

Uwa shares her experiences of a typical day in the life at the University of Nottingham.

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Day in the life at the University of Nottingham

Joanna shares her experiences of a typical day in the life at the University of Nottingham.

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Support in Immunology Degrees with Luisa Martinez-Pomares

Luisa Martinez-Pomares talks about the support given to students in the Immunology degrees in the school.

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An overview of Immunology with Luisa Martinez-Pomares

Luisa Martinez-Pomares talks about the Immunology degrees in the school.

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Careers in Immunology with Luisa Martinez-Pomares

Luisa Martinez-Pomares talks about the careers after an Immunology degree in the school.

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Academic expertise in Immunology with Luisa Martinez-Pomares

Luisa Martinez-Pomares talks about the academic expertise in Immunology in the school

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Ageing with Cerebral Palsy: Experiences, Challenges and Solutions

This short documentary film provides new knowledge and understanding about experiences of ageing for adults with cerebral palsy. Speaking for themselves, six adults with CP will provide examples of…

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Vlog: Adjusting to life away from home

Nila shares her tips about how to cope with life away from home when you’ve just moved to university. Support and Wellbeing Service: https://bit.ly/2XJC37D

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Vlog: Learning to become independent at uni

Aymara shares her tips about managing your independence at uni and how to effectively manage your time, workload, social life and finances as a student. Check out Aymara's…

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My Favourite Module: Communicating the Past

Professor Helen Lovatt discusses her favourite module - second year 'Communicating the Past' where students create projects on a subject of their choice. Helen also gives an example of one…

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Welcome to your home from home.

Home isn’t a place – it’s the feeling that you’re free to be whoever you want to be. And you’ve just found it. We can’t wait to welcome you to the University of…

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Archaeology Labs Tour 2021

Final Year student Rachel Rolph takes us on a tour of the Archaeology Labs and explains what happens in the Bones, Materials and Teaching Labs with the aid of a few friendly lecturers.

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We're Medicine and Health Sciences

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences teaches a wider range of subjects than you might expect. Now you know what drives us, explore our postgraduate courses: nottingham.ac.uk/mhs/pgtstudy

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Anastasia and Vicky

Nottingham alumni Anastasia and Vicky from Greece talk about their experiences studying at the University of Nottingham

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Vlog: Week in the life of a PhD student (studying online from home)

Fiona shows what she got up to during the first week of her PhD studying from home.

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MSc Bioinformatics

Find out more about our Bioinformatics MSc here: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/course/taught/bioinformatics-msc Overview of bioinformatics, why we need it and what it can help us solve.

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Vlog: Societies at the University of Nottingham

There are loads of societies to get involved with at university. From skydiving to knitting and Quidditch to cake, there's something for everyone. Ella talks about how to get involved with…

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Vlog: My first term at uni during a global pandemic

Megan reflects on her first term at the University of Nottingham and shares her experience of starting university during a global pandemic.

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VLOG: Library Crawl #StudyAnywhere

Vet student Charli decided to go on a 'library crawl' to find the variety of study spaces around our different UK campuses. Study with Charli in this 'week in the life' vlog! 😀…

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Vlog: Day in the life at uni during lockdown

Megan shares a typical day in the life as a student at the University of Nottingham during lockdown. Check out Megan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQV4kEpNAfoJamAXah4rjQ

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Vlog: A day in the life at THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

Sophie shows what an average day is like for a second year Philosophy student at the University of Nottingham. Sophie's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5yVk7Sw4KXrsisGxvwmfig

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Extraordinary is what you make it #WeAreUoN 💙

This isn’t the start to the academic year that any of us were expecting, but at the University of Nottingham, we’re used to dealing with the unexpected. Extraordinary is what you make it.…

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Vlog: Productive study with me during lockdown

Lucy shows what it's like to study online during lockdown as she studies her lectures, seminars and workshops from home. Check out Lucy's…

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What to expect as a student nurse at the University of Nottingham

Second year student Rebecca talks about her experience as a student nurse at the University of Nottingham, including useful tips on what our new students can expect!

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Moving back home after living away at University - Tips and advice

Emily's tips and advice for living back at home with family after being away at University. Things might be a lot different since you left and you won't be used to the surroundings or…

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University Park Campus tour | University of Nottingham

Take a tour of our stunning University Park Campus and hear why our students love living and studying here. Home to acres of green parkland, historic buildings and an iconic boating lake, University…

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The power of music in health and social care

Following the success of its first Power of Music in Health and Social Care Conference in October 2018, the University of Nottingham is delighted to announce its second conference in November 2019.…

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VLOG: University Jargon You Need To Know | #UoNFreshers

3rd year English student Emily talks about those essential acronyms and terms you'll need to be aware of as a new student coming to university. #UoNFreshers https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/welcome…

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Vlog: BRITISH things you'll come to love as an INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 😍

Joey chats about some British quirks that she's come to love while studying at the University of Nottingham as an international student.

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Biology | Study abroad and travel in Malaysia

Stephanie's highlights from her field trip to Tioman Island, as part of her year in Malaysia on our Biology BSc. About this course.

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University of Nottingham Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards 2018

The discovery of new bacteria-resistant plastics to reduce the incidence of hospital acquired-infections, one of the UK's most significant heritage regeneration projects, a one-in-a-million…

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Charles from Nigeria discusses life at Nottingham

Charles Adedugba, a Chevening Scholar from Nigeria, discusses life in the UK and studying at the University of Nottingham.

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Ha from Vietnam discusses life at Nottingham

Khanh Ha Fan, a Chevening Scholar from Vietnam, discusses life in the UK and studying at the University of Nottingham.

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Stranger Things at the University of Nottingham

We've found ourselves in the upside down here at UoN - Happy Halloween 🎃 Are there any 'Stranger Things' about UoN that you've come across? Let us know in the comments!

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Vlog: A week in the life at NOTTINGHAM UNI

Ali shares a week in her life at the University of Nottingham. Check out Ali's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVeAFCl1LROdRvjzf_V09jg

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Vlog: Adjusting to life in a city

Moving from a smaller town or village to a big city like Nottingham? Ali shows some of the differences you might expect. Check out Ali's channel:…

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#UoNFreshers - Our Campuses

Welcome to Nottingham! We're looking forward to showing you around our beautiful campuses. Here's a preview of what you can expect to find.

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Studying a PhD at the School of Medicine

Our PhD students talk about what it's like to study at the School of Medicine and Nottingham. They also share their top tips for PhD applications and making the most of your PhD studies at the…

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Why Study Wagner and Jesus of Nazareth

Prof. Richard Bell looks at a work of Richard Wagner (1813-83) that never reached the operatic stage. In the late 1840s, Wagner was planning an opera on the life of Jesus but, while still far…

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Why Study Another Finitude

Martin Heidegger (1889-1976) made the theme of finitude, human finitude, central to his philosophy: humans have ‘being towards death.’ In this video Prof. Agata Bielik-Robson challenges…

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April Fool - #Cattic

Earlier today announced a new space in Hallward Library on University Park Campus where students can study with cats... 🐈 It was an April Fool - tell us in the comments if you believed us. 🙈

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The #Cattic - Coming Soon to Hallward Library

We're purrleased to announce a new space in Hallward Library on University Park Campus where students can study with cats: the #Cattic 🐈 Read more about it here:

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When you give, you give hope, joy and belief

Thank you for giving special moments. You make incredible things happen and push the boundaries of what is possible.

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Vlog: Halloween in Nottingham

Humeara investigated the spooky sights of Old Market Square for Halloween. Humeara's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaDN4YrUnT-Y6R_Wb1X0jlg/videos

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Vlog: BONFIRE NIGHT

See how Humeara celebrated bonfire night at the Forest Recreation Ground firework display. Humeara's channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaDN4YrUnT-Y6R_Wb1X0jlg/videos

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Neuroscience | work experience, projects and being an international student

Marco talks about his work placement at Eli Lilly and gives tips to other neuroscience students travelling from abroad to study at Nottingham.

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Zoology | optional modules, field courses and ladybird research

Max talks about the different modules available such as the field course to the Peak District and recommends things for new zoology students to get involved in.

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Neuroscience | Australia, research and student life

Eliot talks about his year abroad working in a lab in Australia and gives advice to new neuroscience students.

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Zoology | parasitology, work placements and societies

Cyan explains her third-year research project and talks about the opportunities available to zoology students.

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Neuroscience | advice, work experience and city life

Charlotte gives tips for new students and shares her experience of studying neuroscience at Nottingham.

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Genetics | advice, campus and celebrity snails!

Abigail tells us what she enjoys about studying genetics plus tips for applicants and new students.

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Vlog: Cool places to go in Nottingham city centre

3rd year Biology students Adreanna and Florence take us on a wine and dine tour of Nottingham city centre. If you're looking for the best places to hang out, grab some grub or enjoy a drink then…

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What our MSc Microbiology and Immunology students think of Nottingham

MSc Microbiology and Immunology students share their experiences of studying at Nottingham. Find out more:…

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Why study MSc Microbiology and Immunology?

Our MSc Microbiology and Immunology is a unique course that provides equal learning in the areas of microbiology and immunology. Four students share why they chose the course and what they’ve…

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Every time you give, you give moments like these

Each year, hundreds of children and their families are faced with the terrifying diagnosis of a brain tumour. We believe that these children deserve the best. Our aim is to give every child with a…

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Join our Superhero Walk

Grab your capes and join our 5km family friendly fancy-dress walk at University Park to help children battling brain tumours. Register yourself or a group and start your fundraising today! Date: 1…

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Energy for Life - tackling challenges faced by developing countries

Energy for Life will build on collaborations between the University of Nottingham and leading research institutions in Asia, Latin America and Africa to help overcome challenges faced by developing…

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Accommodation - What our students say...

We asked our students to give us an insight into what they love about accommodation at Nottingham. Visit http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/accommodation for more.

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Professor Todd Landman's blindfolded bike ride

On 17 June Todd Landman, Academic Magician and Pro-Vice-Chancellor for the Faculty of Social Sciences, cycled around Highfields Park lake blindfolded. The stunt was part of 'Wonder', the…

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Wanted! Nature lovers to join the hunt for the killer flatworm

Community scientists at the University of Nottingham are calling for people all over the Midlands to help them hunt for an alien invader which is preying on the UK’s native population of…

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UoN Student Stories - Alastair

Second-year chemical with environmental engineering student Alastair talks about his time at Nottingham. Start your story... Find courses here: https://goo.gl/ZU5x2H

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Experience a day in the life of a student in 360

Join us on a 360 journey through a day in the life of a student at The University of Nottingham. Please note that the video contains flashing lights at the end. Come and see for yourself at an open…

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April Fool

#GooseTunnel was just a joke! Did you fall for it? Alas, the geese will continue to stop traffic.

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University of Nottingham - Goose Tunnel

They are a familiar sight at The University of Nottingham and often seen stopping traffic on East Drive. But work has begun to ensure our resident Canada Geese have a safer way of crossing the road. …

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UoN Student Stories: Phoebe

Second-year Modern European Studies student Phoebe tells us about her Nottingham experience. Start your story... Find courses here: https://goo.gl/ZU5x2H

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Olivia's big day - summer Graduation 2016

Graduation is the culmination of your hard work and achievement at University. We followed a Pharmacy graduate on her big day to give you an insight into what it's like to graduate at The…

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Lonely ‘lefty’ seeks mate for love – and genetic study

Scientists at The University of Nottingham hoping to study the genetics of an ultra-rare garden snail are asking the public for its help in finding the lonely mollusc a mate. The…

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Vlog - Favourite places in Nottingham

John takes us on a tour of some of his favourite places in Nottingham. Watch more of John's vlogs:https://www.youtube.com/user/JaMSessions92

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We Are International

Students and academics from across the world talk about their experiences of studying and working at universities in the UK. This film was created by the #WeAreInternational campaign © 2016.…

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Feline life drawing at the Kitty Cafe

As part of a series of events linked to the exhibition at Nottingham Castle, Leonardo Da Vinci: Ten Drawings from the Royal Collection, People gathered at Nottingham's 'Kitty Cafe' to…

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Vlog: Favourite places in Nottingham

John takes us on a tour of some of his favourite places in Nottingham. Watch more of John's vlogs:https://www.youtube.com/user/JaMSessions92

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Why Study Simone Weil with Philip Goodchild

Prof. Philip Goodchild introduces the thought of Simone Weil (1909-1943) who has been described as a philosopher, a religious thinker, a mystic, and linked with any number of philosophers from…

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Nottingham researchers show novel technique that can 'taste' DNA

Scientists at The University of Nottingham have demonstrated for the first time that it is possible to selectively sequence fragments of DNA in real time, greatly reducing the time needed to…

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Why Study Transcendentals with Conor Cunningham

Conor Cunningham looks at the intimate connection between Goodness, Truth, and Beauty as these are studied by theologians. Together these are known as the transcendentals because they are…

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Why Study Phenomenology with Conor Cunningham

Conor Cunningham introduces one of the great movements in twentieth-century philosophy – phenomenology – which is playing an ever more significant role in theology today. He dos this by…

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Why Study Phenomenology and The Turn to Religion

Conor Cunningham introduces the work of the French philosopher Michel Henry (1922-2002) and the contribution that he made to theology. Henry’s work, he argues, can be seen as an attempt to draw…

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Why Study Life Before Death with Conor Cunningham

Conor Cunningham introduces the issue of theism as confronting ‘deep’ materialism and nihilism. The question that theologians must address is not the traditional ‘is there…

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Theologians in Conversation; Love, Death and Existence

Philip Goodchild, the Professor of Religion and Philosophy, notes that in both our ordinary thinking, and in formal philosophical reflection, that love, death, and existence are connected. He…

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...And they're off - Life Cycle 6 heads off on 170 mile warm up!

A team of 32 University of Nottingham staff, students and friends set off this morning to cycle the Way of the Roses to help raise £1 million for life-changing breast cancer research. The…

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Vlog: Exploring Ningbo, China

Take a tour of Ningbo with Danny as he explores the city during his semester studying in China! See more from Danny https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXQxE0OM9gs8-bA6rCzTpA/videos

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Sue's story - #BreastCancerAndMe Life Cycle 6

Meet Sue - one of the women at the heart of our Life Cycle 6 #BreastCancerAndMe campaign. In this powerful and moving interview Sue talks about fear, family and life changing experiences. Show your…

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Lisa's story - #BreastCancerAndMe Life Cycle 6

Meet Lisa - one of the women at the heart of our Life Cycle 6 #BreastCancerAndMe campaign. In this powerful and moving interview Lisa talks about positivity, anxiety and the road to recovery. Show…

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Caroline's story - #BreastCancerAndMe Life Cycle 6

Meet Caroline - one of the women at the heart of our Life Cycle 6 #BreastCancerAndMe campaign. In this powerful and moving interview Caroline talks about her children, friendship and enjoying the…

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Meet our cancer researchers - #BreastCancerAndMe Life Cycle 6

Take a look behind the scenes at the work of our world-leading cancer research teams. Based at hospitals in both Nottingham and Derby, our researchers include practicing clinicians working to treat…

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Vlog: Day in the Life - Business School

Virginia shows you what a day in the life of the Business School is like. See more from Virginia https://www.youtube.com/user/VirgiMcF...

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Snail shells offer clue in common origins of body asymmetry

An international team of researchers has discovered a gene in snails that determines whether their shells twist clockwise or anti-clockwise – and could offer clues to how the same gene affects…

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Fruit gardens enhance mammal diversity and biomass in Southeast Asian rainforest

Traditional fruit gardens planted by indigenous communities in the Malaysian rainforest increase the diversity of the animals who make it their home. The study, led by researchers at The University…

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Vlog: Bonfire Night

Danny went along to the bonfire at Forest Recreation Ground. This is what happened! See more from Danny here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXQxE0OM9gs8-bA6rCzTpA/videos

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Vlog: Goose Fair

Michelle vlogs about the fun she had at the Nottingham Goose Fair. See more from Michelle here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzj8z58N9TWxv3QCj7XWtTA

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Vlog: University Park tour

Our campuses are big and beautiful - take a whistle stop tour of the essential places to go on Uni Park with our vlogger Tom. See more of Tom's videos https://www.youtube.com/user/tomwkli

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UNNC orchestra plays its first-ever headline concert

After four years of preparation, The University of Nottingham Ningbo China’s (UNNC) student orchestra is tuning up to play its first-ever headline concert. Leaders of the 30-piece orchestra…

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