From new research discoveries to the fascinating lives of our former students, there's always something interesting going on at Birmingham.
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- Did you ever go to the Raymond Priestley Centre in Coniston, Lake District? If so, we would like to hear from you in return for a £25 Amazon voucher.
- Date:
- 12/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Life and Environmental Sciences, Sport
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- Couples who fell in love at Birmingham have shared their stories on our LinkedIn group. Read more for a selection of our favourite romantic tales.
- Date:
- 11/04/2012
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- Alumni
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- Immunity experts at the University of Birmingham have found biological evidence to suggest that bereavement lowers physical immunity, putting older people at risk of life-threatening infections.
- Date:
- 09/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Medical and Dental Sciences
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- Alumni, donors, staff and students were joined by Sir Doug Ellis, former Aston Villa Chairman, at the opening of the new £2 million Medical School Foyer and Barnes Library.
- Date:
- 07/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Medical and Dental Sciences, Research, Students
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- It comes in many forms, flavours and colours – as a snack on the go, a luxury treat or a soothing drink – but it's not often that chocolate leads the way to Buckingham Palace.
- Date:
- 06/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Research
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- History was made for the second time by a University of Birmingham alumna who is taking the fashion world by storm hosting innovative fashion shows in iconic locations.
- Date:
- 06/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Social Sciences
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- Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by pervasive difficulties and delays in social and communication skills, as well as restricted interests and repetitive behaviours.
- Date:
- 05/04/2012
- Categories:
- Alumni, Life and Environmental Sciences, Research