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An innovative project exploring the use of hydrogen fuel cell technology in the rail freight industry.

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Researchers have created a new scale designed to capture and measure the concept of self-criticism in children, as mental health concerns rise across the world.

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A ground-breaking research project looking to find a treatment for symptoms of long Covid is underway, as the nation marks five years since the start of the pandemic.

Senior Lecturer in Entertainment Engineering Jon Burton on stage at HELA launch event

The live event industry is set to transform with the launch of the HELA (Healthy Ears, Limited Annoyance) Certification, the world's first initiative aimed at promoting best practices for responsible sound management at live events. 

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A team of marine biologists at the University of Derby are pioneering groundbreaking research into seagrass restoration, one of the world's most important yet rapidly declining marine habitats.

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