2020 news

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University of Derby and National Trust join forces to get people to engage more with nature

New research highlights the nation's 'nature deficiency'

Posted: 27 February 2020
New research by University of Derby shows extinction rate in sea-shells is not entirely determined by growth rate

Six geology students alongside a research fellow at the University of Derby have published a new research paper into the growth rate, extinction and survival of sea-shells.

Posted: 24 February 2020
University appoints new Provost to deliver excellence in innovation and research

The University of Derby has appointed Professor Warren Manning to the newly established position of Provost - Innovation and Research to drive forward its strategic ambitions for research excellence, knowledge exchange and commercial and enterprise activities.

Posted: 19 February 2020
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University of Derby confirms Alumni Board appointments

TV personality, barrister, Derby entrepreneurs and world-renowned speaker and author join new board

Posted: 12 February 2020
Dr Paula Holt signing the Armed Forces Covenant with Lt Gen Richard Nugee
University of Derby renews pledge to support armed forces personnel

Derby joins other East Midlands universities at signing ceremony for Armed Forces Covenant

Posted: 10 February 2020
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Nottingham­shire Police partners with University of Derby on pioneering two-year joint fast track degree

University of Derby and Nottinghamshire Police team up to help meet national recruitment targets

Posted: 4 February 2020
Local SME businesses are invited to discover what the DRIVEN programme’s 2020 Vision can look like for them    

SME businesses in the D2N2 region can find out more about support available from the University of Derby’s DRIVEN programme at a special event next month.

Posted: 31 January 2020
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Public invited to challenge view of ‘cover girl’ stereotypes

Academics invite public to discuss research into representation of women in biggest-selling magazines

Posted: 29 January 2020
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Vice-Chancellor’s Inaugural Lecture launches University’s 2020 series of public talks

Professor Kathryn Mitchell opens series with lecture on her psychological research to help people suffering chronic or degenerative diseases

Posted: 21 January 2020
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Call for companies to enter contest for European-funded industrial research projects

Productivity Through Innovation scheme offers support for D2N2 area SMEs for 12-18 month placements 

Posted: 17 January 2020