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Medieval leprosy genomes reveal insights into the history of the disease

2013-06-13T19:00:00Z

An international team led by the University of Tübingen and Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, including scientists at the University of Birmingham (UK), have found that the leprosy bacillus has not changed dramatically during the past millennium, according to research published today (13 June 2013) in the journal Science.

Cosmic giants shed new light on dark matter

2013-06-13T07:00:00Z

Astronomers at the University of Birmingham, Academica Sinica in Taiwan, and the Kavli Institute of Physics and Mathematics of the Universe in Japan, have found new evidence that the mysterious dark matter that pervades our universe behaves as predicted by the 'cold dark matter' theory known as 'CDM'.

University of Birmingham launches the UK's first institute researching Superdiversity

2013-06-11T08:45:00Z

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Read around the world with Birmingham at Hay

2013-05-22T17:47:00Z

From the world's oldest Bible, via the meaning of Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' soliloquy, to the burgeoning popularity of mass reading events; the past, present and future of literature come together in the University of Birmingham's exciting line-up of lectures at this year's Hay Festival.

New e-voting system to flag up coercion

2013-05-21T22:45:00Z

SAN FRANCISCO – University of Birmingham (UK) computer scientists have devised an e-voting system that can identify and monitor any votes that could have taken place under coercion, they announced at the IEEE Symposium on Security & Privacy on 21 May 2013.

Salt consumption in India: the need for data to initiate population-based prevention efforts

2013-05-17T10:18:00Z

International researchers are studying the salt intake of Indian adults to provide vital new data to aid the development of a national salt reduction strategy.

Birmingham joins 'The Conversation' as founding partner

2013-05-16T16:46:00Z

The University of Birmingham has committed support to a new independent news and commentary website produced by academics and journalists, which launches in the UK today.

Birmingham joins the world's largest nuclear physics research facility

2013-05-03T01:00:00Z

Researchers from Birmingham will have access to the most impressive and advanced nuclear physics research facility in the world as the UK has today officially become part of a €1.6 billion* international project that will become to nuclear physics what CERN is to particle physics.

Big Data for Development: Mobile phone data could be used to prevent the spread of epidemics in developing countries

2013-05-02T11:17:00Z

BOSTON - Computer scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a new set of models, using mobile phone data, for studying the geographic evolution of country-wide epidemics and for understanding and planning the diffusion of information among the population to advise on strategies to avoid spreading the infection further.

University of Birmingham strengthens its top 20 league table position

2013-04-30T11:35:00Z

The University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014 published today, 29th April 2013.

UK-China collaboration to establish new computational resources for metabolomics

2013-04-19T10:05:00Z

A partnership between the University of Birmingham, BGI, the world's largest genomics organisation, and its open-access journal, GigaScience, has received funding from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) to develop a software platform for the analysis of large-scale environmental metabolomics data.

Internationalising higher education: European academy underway at University of Birmingham

2013-04-16T12:16:00Z

More than 120 higher education professionals from over 20 countries are convening at the University of Birmingham this week for the European Association for International Education (EAIE) Spring Academy.

University launches new institute to address biggest issues facing society

2013-04-09T14:48:00Z

250 years after the creation of the Lunar Society, which brought together leading industrialists, academics and philosophers to debate the biggest issues affecting society, the University of Birmingham is launching an Institute of Advanced Studies with a similar remit.

'Urgent need to improve international access to autism resources and training', say Birmingham experts

2013-03-28T23:42:00Z

As World Autism Day approaches (2 April) the Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER) at the University of Birmingham plans to extend its work to provide international training resources, strategies and programmes for practitioners and carers in different countries around the world.

Summer melt season is getting longer on the Antarctic Peninsula, new research shows

2013-03-27T15:44:00Z

New research from the Antarctic Peninsula published in the Journal of Geophysical Research shows that the summer melt season has been getting longer over the last 60 years. Dr Nick Barrand from the University of Birmingham led an analysis of data from 30 weather stations on the Antarctic Peninsula – a mountainous region extending northwards towards South America.

Prospective joint clinical trials centre tops agenda for latest Sun Yat-Sen visit

2013-03-15T09:48:00Z

The creation of a new joint clinical trials unit based in Guangzhou's largest hospital is under discussion as its President visits the University of Birmingham this week.

Visiting pasts, developing futures: international conference explores relationships between tourism and cultural heritage

2013-03-08T10:29:00Z

Academics and professionals working in the fields of heritage and tourism from across the world will convene in Taipei, Taiwan this spring for a five-day conference focusing on the changing ways in which cultural heritage is used, represented and interpreted within the development of international tourism.

Birmingham, Delhi and Yale to establish global justice programme

2013-02-27T08:15:00Z

The University of Birmingham is joining forces with Yale and Delhi to support the development of a pioneering global justice programme in India.

University of Birmingham in Guangzhou to develop next steps for strategic partnership

2013-02-25T07:30:00Z

Senior representatives from the University of Birmingham are visiting Guangzhou this week to enhance the institution's extensive links with partners in the region.

UK-India project set to enhance talent in atomic physics research

2013-02-20T09:30:00Z

A new partnership between Indian and UK scientists to develop talent and innovation in a progressive branch of atomic physics is now underway.

Students convene in Delhi to explore international security challenges

2013-02-07T15:55:00Z

The evolving international security agenda, with particular reference to South Asia, is the focus of an exciting joint module for students from the Universities of Delhi, Birmingham and Melbourne next week.

Birmingham and Nottingham projects to strengthen UK-Brazil research links

2013-02-04T13:22:00Z

The Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham have strengthened their collaborations with Brazilian institutions after securing funding for a number of country-specific research projects. Academics from both universities have won funding from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) to undertake research into priority areas spanning the sciences, social sciences and humanities.

Indian alumnus makes shortlist for Man Booker International Prize

2013-01-31T10:16:00Z

University of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize, which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction.

UK and USA collaborate in airborne climate science projects

2013-01-25T07:00:00Z

Birmingham scientists are taking part in the first scientific collaboration of its kind, where British and American scientists are trading skills and expertise and are using an unmanned robotic aircraft to gather high altitude atmospheric data.

Algeria's long and complex battle against the Islamists, and its relationship with Mali, by Dr Berny Sèbe

2013-01-18T11:28:00Z

The hostage crisis on a BP oil base at Tiguentourine in Southern Algeria brings the issue of Islamist groups back to Algeria, where they developed in the early 1990s before the Algerian army routed them, forcing their relocation in Mali where ex-President Toumani Toure had the weakness to tolerate them.

International research study to shed light on sources of air-polluting dust in India

2013-01-15T00:05:00Z

A quantitative analysis of dust sources in Delhi by scientists from India, the UK and the USA will provide important new insight into how individual sources of air-borne matter contribute to the overall concentrations measured in the atmosphere.

Chinese students hail "transformational" UK study experience

2012-12-17T15:44:00Z

Chinese students who have studied in the UK have seen a "profound transformational experience" in their personal and professional lives, according to research into the impact of studying abroad.

UK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher education

2012-12-14T12:20:00Z

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Brazilian Government and University embark on sports science partnership

2012-12-14T10:14:00Z

The University of Birmingham has signed a sports science based agreement with the Brazilian Government this month. The collaboration between Brazil's Ministry of Sport and the University of Birmingham will see the two partners work together on a range of sports science initiatives.

University of Birmingham launches new China Institute

2012-12-13T04:00:00Z

The University of Birmingham's China Institute celebrates its official opening today in the presence of His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the UK.

The rise, fall and return of Berlusconi: conference examines former Italian Prime Minister

2012-12-12T15:21:00Z

A one-day conference discussing the rise, fall and future of the notorious former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will take place this week (Friday 14 December) at the University of Birmingham.

University of Birmingham and IIM Kozhikode formalise links

2012-12-07T11:05:00Z

The University of Birmingham in the UK has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) in Kerala, India.

Birmingham medical professor becomes honorary citizen of Chinese city

2012-12-06T15:06:00Z

The government of Guangzhou, one of the most important cities in mainland China, has named University of Birmingham Professor KK Cheng as an honorary citizen.

Honorary Graduands for December 2012

2012-12-03T21:07:00Z

President of Medecins Sans Frontiers in the UK and a two-time winter Olympian are amongst the honorary graduands joining over 3000 students at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies this week. Paul McMaster and Adam Pengilly will also join leading figures from the world of medicine, media, government and education to pick up their honorary degrees from the University's Great Hall between 5 – 7th December 2012.

PGA and University of Birmingham unveil new international golf degree programme

2012-11-30T11:49:00Z

A new honours degree aimed at international students eager for a career in the golf industry has been launched by The Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) and the University of Birmingham.

Lessons from London, the road to Rio: conference examines leveraging legacies of major sporting events

2012-11-26T11:00:00Z

International sports legacy experts will convene at the University of Birmingham this week to discuss the rationale behind hosting global mega-events and their lasting impact.

Brazilian and UK scientists explore research partnerships to improve safe exploitation of oil and gas

2012-11-14T11:15:00Z

The safe exploitation of deep water oil heads the agenda at an international research workshop hosted by the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande de Norte (UFRN) in Natal, Brazil this week.

Recorded for posterity: University of Birmingham scans Chicago museum's future home

2012-10-24T10:52:00Z

The University of Birmingham has presented the National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) with a 3D laser scan of the Museum's future home in Chicago's west side.

University of Birmingham expands ties with US Midwest in latest visit

2012-10-15T09:20:00Z

Vice-Chancellor Professor David Eastwood will lead a delegation to Chicago this week as the University's links with the Midwest continue to grow.

Physiotherapy beneficial for people with Parkinson's disease in the short term

2012-09-19T16:12:00Z

Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis led by the University of Birmingham in the UK suggest that physiotherapy benefits people with Parkinson's disease in the short term (<3 months).

Leading Chinese university visits Birmingham to develop medical sciences partnerships

2012-09-14T14:16:00Z

A delegation from Sun Yat-Sen University is visiting the University of Birmingham this week to identify collaborative opportunities in the fields of immunology and infection, cell and gene therapy, clinical trials, and public health.

Droughts could profoundly harm river life, a study warns

2012-09-09T18:00:00Z

Critically low water levels in many rivers could lead to the partial collapse of food chains that support aquatic life, according to research led by the University of Birmingham published in the journal Nature Climate Change today (09 September 12). This is the conclusion of one of the longest experiments on drought ever conducted in freshwaters.

Scientists set new world drilling-depth record of scientific ocean drilling

2012-09-07T11:44:00Z

Scientific deep sea drilling vessel Chikyu has set a new world record by drilling down and obtaining rock samples from deeper than 2,111 meters below the seafloor off the Shimokita Peninsula of Japan.

US internship programme boosts graduate job prospects

2012-09-04T11:00:00Z

A transatlantic student internship programme run collaboratively by the University of Birmingham and the British American Business Council (BABC) is playing a key role in enhancing graduate employability.

Rapid re-colonisation of river after extreme flood event

2012-09-02T18:00:00Z

After being virtually wiped out during a flood in 2005 in Wolf Point Creek, Alaska, salmon, meiofauna and most macroinvertebrates all re-colonised within two years, according to research published by University of Birmingham environmental scientists in the journal Nature Climate Change today (2 Sept 2012).

University of Birmingham appoints Director for Birmingham Foundation Academy

2012-08-28T11:54:00Z

The University of Birmingham has appointed Lorraine Gaytten as the inaugural Director of Operations and Business Development for the new Birmingham Foundation Academy (BFA).

University of Birmingham welcomes Chinese Embassy visitors

2012-08-22T17:08:00Z

The University of Birmingham hosts Counsellor Shen Yang and three other representatives from the Education section at the Chinese Embassy, this week.

9/11 Summer Camp heads to University of Birmingham

2012-08-16T10:24:00Z

25 US teenagers who were affected by the terrorist attacks of 9/11 are currently enjoying a special activity-packed tour of the UK.

Leading Chinese genomics institute partners with the University of Birmingham

2012-07-31T16:06:00Z

The University of Birmingham and BGI, a leading genomics organisation in China, have today announced a major joint initiative in environmental and human health research.

Polish entrepreneurship in Britain contributes to economic growth

2012-07-19T16:52:00Z

Birmingham researcher shows net value of Polish entrepreneurship to the West Midlands economy.A major new study of Polish migrants coming to the UK, shows that their business adds significant value to the economy of the West Midlands. The study also shows the huge diversity of businesses that this group of migrants has become involved with, moving beyond the stereotypes of construction.

University of Birmingham welcomes South Korean Ambassador

2012-07-18T12:06:00Z

The University of Birmingham hosts Choo Kyu-Ho, the Republic of Korea's Ambassador to the United Kingdom, this week at its Edgbaston campus.

Ozone levels around Delhi prompt new collaborative research project with India

2012-07-18T11:40:00Z

Researchers from the University of Birmingham and TERI University are working together to identify which emissions might best be controlled in order to reduce harmful ozone production in New Delhi.

New research study explores attitudes to polio immunisation in India

2012-07-13T11:02:00Z

The University of Birmingham is working with Ravenshaw University in Orissa on a new research project looking at ethics, policy and practice concerning polio vaccination in the state.

Delhi and Birmingham students unite to stand against poverty

2012-07-12T15:12:00Z

Students from the University of Birmingham in the UK will meet with poverty researchers, activists, government officials and fellow students at the University of Delhi next week as part of the first Academics Stand Against Poverty Students overseas delegation.

University summer school showcases the best of West Midlands' culture

2012-07-04T16:46:00Z

Students from two leading universities in Taiwan are visiting the West Midlands this week to participate in a University of Birmingham summer school.

Honorary graduands for July 2012

2012-06-28T16:24:00Z

A former Conservative Home Office Minister and the Director of the BBC National Orchestra are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2012. Ann Widdecombe and David Murray join 15 honorary graduands and more than 5000 students who will collect their degrees at 18 ceremonies in the University's iconic Great Hall (4th – 12th July).

'Hydrogen is tomorrow's biofuel' say scientists

2012-05-14T11:47:00Z

Researchers from the University of Birmingham are creating clean hydrogen from food waste paving the way for a bioenergy alternative for the future.

Ranking reveals world's top countries for higher education

2012-05-11T13:33:00Z

New research into national education systems gives the first ranking of countries which are the 'best' at providing higher education.

Symposium explores cultural engagement in Chicago and Birmingham

2012-05-03T21:07:00Z

The University of Birmingham will co-host a cultural engagement symposium at the Chicago Cultural Center on Tuesday 8 May 2012 focused on connecting cities, universities and international partners in arts and culture.

Frankfurt ties continue to grow as Goethe University chief makes visit to Birmingham

2012-04-27T12:17:00Z

Prof. Dr Rainer Klump, Vice President of Frankfurt's Goethe University, visited the University of Birmingham today to further develop ties between the two universities.

Birmingham and Nottingham's joint links with Brazil go from strength to strength

2012-04-24T15:59:00Z

The arrival of visiting fellows from Brazil this week marks just one of many growing links the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham are developing with the South American country.

Go 'Behind the Scenes' with the University of Birmingham's inspirational experts

2012-04-24T07:00:00Z

A competition has been announced by the University of Birmingham today to give people the chance to go 'behind the scenes' with some of its most inspirational academic experts.

University of Birmingham cements and creates new collaborations with Guangzhou

2012-04-16T00:00:00Z

Six months after the launch of the University's representative office in Guangzhou, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Birmingham is back in Guangzhou today to highlight the ongoing strategic partnership between the City and the University.

Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham celebrate first anniversary of landmark collaboration

2012-03-16T09:07:00Z

Against a backdrop of the most challenging time in UK higher education for a generation, a landmark collaboration agreement between the University of Birmingham and University of Nottingham is celebrating a successful first year. This innovative partnership builds on the complementary strengths of the two universities and has already enabled the institutions to secure multi-million pound research income, explore new international markets, and develop new research collaborations.

Rising temperatures impact on major pest of rice

2012-02-23T10:40:00Z

Rice crop plaguing insects may struggle to survive in a warming climate, scientists from the University of Birmingham have found.

England takes gold as preparations continue for London 2012

2012-02-16T15:55:00Z

Over the weekend of February 11-12, University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni headed to the English Institute of Sport (EIS) in Sheffield to compete at the UK Indoor Trials and Championship.

University of Birmingham unveils new Foundation Academy

2012-02-15T09:25:00Z

The University of Birmingham has today launched its new Birmingham Foundation Academy for high performing international students to enter the British university environment one year before the start of their undergraduate degree programme.

'Great need to improve autism education in India', say researchers

2012-02-13T13:41:00Z

Academics from the University of Birmingham are in India this week sharing their expertise in the area of special educational needs, and autism in particular.

Computational research aims to alleviate embarrassing bladder problems

2012-01-18T00:00:00Z

Scientists from the University of Birmingham and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay are working together to develop new ways of treating bladder overactivity, a problem which affects millions of people worldwide.

Scientists 'trigger' high energy physics at CERN in India-UK collaboration

2011-12-19T10:34:00Z

The University of Birmingham is working with partners at Jammu University on particle physics experiments, including those at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at the European Organization for Nuclear Research – CERN.

University of Birmingham explores further collaborative opportunities in Guangzhou

2011-12-17T01:00:00Z

Following the launch of the University of Birmingham Guangzhou Centre in September 2011, senior academics will return to the city this week to develop additional opportunities for joint research and innovation.

UK and Indian researchers unite to fight global tuberculosis epidemic

2011-12-14T15:10:00Z

University of Birmingham academics from the School of Biosciences are joining forces with peers from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (IISc) in a new research partnership focused on tackling tuberculosis (TB).

UBSport stars shine at the European Cross Country Championships

2011-12-14T14:53:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) athletes travelled to Velenje, Slovenia for the SPAR European Cross Country Championships on December, 11, and helped the Aviva Great Britain & Northern Ireland (GB&NI) top the medal table for the fourth consecutive year.

Research aims to reduce risk of nerve damage in leprosy patients

2011-12-13T00:00:00Z

An honorary senior research fellow from the University of Birmingham in the UK is collaborating with Brazilian and Dutch researchers in the fight against leprosy in Brazil. Professor Pranab K. Das from the University of Birmingham (previously from the University of Amsterdam) is currently working with the Institute of Lauro Souza Lima (ILSL) in Bauru, São Paulo, and with the Academic Medical Center at the University of Amsterdam to reduce the risk of nerve damage caused by leprosy. If left untreated this nerve damage leads to disability.

University of Birmingham wins Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher Education

2011-11-25T00:01:00Z

The University of Birmingham's world-leading Centre for Formulation Engineering has gained further recognition after being selected for a Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education. The Prizes form part of the national honours system and are the most prestigious honour that can be awarded to UK universities or colleges. The Prizes are given to institutions that make an outstanding contribution to the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social life of the nation.

University boosts Frankfurt ties as market returns to city

2011-11-16T16:54:00Z

As the annual Frankfurt Christmas market returns to Birmingham this week, education links between the two sister cities are flourishing.

African political leaders visit University of Birmingham

2011-11-04T12:36:00Z

Raimundo Pereira and Manuel Nhamajo, speaker and deputy-speaker of the parliament of Guinea-Bissau, will speak on the theme of "The State in Africa: Consolidation or Crisis?' Pereira is widely tipped as the next president of the country, while Nhamajo is also vice-president of the Economic Community of West African States Commission. The pair are in the UK on a parliamentary exchange visit arranged through the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Guinea-Bissau, and are also holding meetings with members of Parliament and other politicians.

Chrissie takes Ironman Championship title again, while Rachel rejoices at fourth place

2011-10-17T12:25:00Z

Alumna Chrissie Wellington won the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship title on Saturday, October 8, deservedly earning the crown for the fourth time in five years.

University welcomes U.S. Congressmen to Campus

2011-10-14T10:49:00Z

Two former members of Congress are visiting Birmingham next week to provide a rare insight into the US political system, as well as share their personal experiences with students.The University of Birmingham will host Republican George Nethercutt and Democrat David Skaggs as part of the Congress to Campus programme. During the visit, the Congressmen will discuss the current state of politics in the United States, how the system of representative democracy works and help students understand a "behind-the-scenes" view of the American political system.

American Football Head Coach selected for IFAF World Development team

2011-10-07T17:35:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport's (UBSport) American Football Head Coach has been announced as the only UK representative to be part of the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) World Development team. Wayne Hill will be part of coaching staff for the 2012 USA Football International Bowl in Austin, Texas.

Honorary doctorate awarded to China's SARS hero

2011-09-14T17:06:00Z

Professor Zhong Nanshan, a leading figure in the combat of the 2003 SARS epidemic in China, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Birmingham at a special graduation ceremony in Guangzhou.

University of Birmingham kickstarts Olympic Legacy with Gold Challenge

2011-09-13T13:42:00Z

With less than a year to go until the Olympic and Paralympic Games, University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) and Gold Challenge have teamed up to get students involved and joining in the excitement of London 2012.

Taking athletics to the next level

2011-09-09T16:19:00Z

Following her recent success at the the World Championships, University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) caught up with Hannah England to see what life was like in Daegu and what the future holds.

Hannah England takes silver at the World Championships

2011-09-01T15:41:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumna Hannah England has won a silver medal in the women's 1,500 metres at the 13th IAAF World Championships in Daegu.

UK students make passage to India for study programme

2011-08-19T14:17:00Z

British students are taking part in a UK-India study programme this summer to gain firsthand experience of Indian culture, arts, commerce, politics and language.

University proposes £175m transformation of historic Edgbaston campus

2011-08-09T10:41:00Z

The University of Birmingham is announcing a five year investment in facilities that will transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus, reinterpreting founder Joseph Chamberlain's vision for the estate for the 21st century and extending the services available to the local community. The key developments include a new sports centre and a new library, to join the new Music building currently nearing completion.

Double success for UBSport at the Aviva UK Trials and Championships

2011-08-01T00:00:00Z

Two University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni sprinted into the records books by retaining their national titles at the Aviva UK Trials and Championships at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium over the weekend of 29-31 July.

Birmingham in English "Ivy League"

2011-07-14T11:13:00Z

Higher Education Funding Council (HEFCE) data places Birmingham in the 12 elite institutions in England. The University is one of the best performing institutions which share more than half of students with the highest A-level grades.

Wellington rewrites the record book yet again

2011-07-11T00:00:00Z

University of Birmingham alumna Chrissie Wellington has rewritten (her own) record books once again, with a triumphant performance at the Challenge Roth Ironman in Germany on Sunday 10 July.

Jamaican athletes on Campus ahead of their 2012 visit

2011-07-08T00:00:00Z

One of the world's fastest men, Asafa Powell, current 4 x 100 world record holders, Nester Carter and Michael Frater, and Olympic Silver Medalist Shericka Williams warmed up on the University of Birmingham's athletics track ahead of the Diamond League (Aviva Grand Prix) Athletics which took place at the Alexander Stadium on Sunday 10 July.

Men's hockey get the England call up

2011-07-06T00:00:00Z

UBSport men's first team hockey coach, Steve Floyd recently returned from Rotterdam, Holland after managing England men's under 21s in a series of test matches against Holland. The test series was carried out over three days at Rotterdam Hockey club, with the event concluding on Monday, July 4.

University strengthens bond with China in Guangzhou Centre launch

2011-07-01T00:01:00Z

The University of Birmingham is to open a collaborative centre later this summer in Guangzhou, China, with the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality.

Conference explores new business opportunities with Chinese sister city

2011-06-24T10:32:00Z

Business leaders, academics and government representatives are coming together for a one-day conference focusing on new business opportunities with Guangzhou, a sister city of Birmingham.

UK universities' partnership deepens links with Brazil

2011-06-23T00:01:00Z

Brazil's brightest and best researchers and postgraduate students are to be encouraged to bring their talent to the UK as part of a groundbreaking new initiative.

Birmingham Invests in Global Talent

2011-06-14T10:41:00Z

The University of Birmingham has launched a global search to appoint up to 50 Birmingham Fellows to enhance the University's existing academic strengths and to contribute to a growing culture of collaboration.

UBSport trio taking on World's longest triathlon

2011-06-07T00:00:00Z

Three University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) swimming club alumni are tackling the World's longest triathlon to raise money for two worthwhile charities, starting on Thursday, June 9.

Exploring European competitiveness at inaugural University of Birmingham Brussels symposium

2011-05-27T00:00:00Z

EU Commissioner for Industry and Entrepreneurship Mr. Antonio Tajani will be the keynote speaker at a University of Birmingham symposium on European Competitiveness next week.

Leading universities unite for enhanced global engagement in Brazil mission

2011-05-16T10:49:00Z

Senior academics from the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham are visiting Brazil this week in a joint research-focused mission.

University in India Road Show to foster new mutually beneficial research links

2011-05-09T10:43:00Z

Senior academics from the University of Birmingham are currently visiting five cities in India on a Road Show to develop new mutually beneficial research links and collaborations with Indian institutions, strengthen existing ties and meet potential students and alumni. The fortnight-long visit highlights the University's commitment to its ever-deepening relationship with India.

University of Birmingham UK in knowledge exchange with Chicago institutions

2011-03-28T16:33:00Z

A senior delegation from the University of Birmingham, UK, will visit Chicago this week to further strengthen links with two of the City's major universities.

BUCS Squash Team Championships 2011

2011-03-14T00:00:00Z

It was a hectic weekend at the Munrow Sports Centre between 25-27 February, as University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) hosted the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Individual Squash Championships.

Chrissie Wellington breaks another Ironman Record

2011-03-14T00:00:00Z

Alumna Chrissie Wellington has rewritten the record books once again as she put in another impressive performance to win the Spec-Savers Ironman triathlon held in Port Elizabeth, South Africa on Sunday, April 10.

University of Birmingham welcomes Japanese delegations

2011-03-10T15:27:00Z

The University of Birmingham will play host to three inward missions from Japan this month.A British Council-led mission composed of representatives from a number of major Japanese universities is visiting campus today to find out more about Birmingham's international relations' programmes. Institutions represented include the University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, Nagoya University and the Tokyo University of Science.

Squash success around the globe

2011-02-18T00:00:00Z

It was a hectic weekend for UBSport squash club, with past and present members competing in high profile competitions across the globe.

Pulitzer prize-winner to speak at Birmingham Business School

2011-02-08T00:00:00Z

The end of the Cold War is to be the focus of a public lecture at the University of Birmingham on Wednesday 9 February 2011.

Top universities unite for success

2011-02-03T00:01:00Z

The University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have today announced a new framework for collaboration.The partnership will see the comprehensive large research-led universities working together for mutual success in a range of different areas, including research initiatives, student experience, business engagement and internationalisation.

Chrissie Wellington breaks own ironman record

2011-01-31T20:59:00Z

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James Fair selected for Hockey All Star team 2010

2010-12-22T00:00:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni James Fair has been named in the International Hockey Federation (FIH) All Star teams 2010.

Duathlon men's team clinch silver

2010-12-22T00:00:00Z

Twenty members of the University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) Triathlon club braved the miserable weather on Sunday, November 20 to compete in the British University and Colleges Sports (BUCS) aptly named 'Chilly' Duathlon at Castle Coombe, Wiltshire.

UBSport athletes honoured at Aviva Athletics Awards 2010

2010-12-14T00:00:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni Hannah England, current student Ed Aston and athletics coach Bud Baldaro have been recognised for their achievements in 2010 at the annual Aviva Athletics Awards.

Ironman Champion to recieve Honorary degree

2010-12-14T00:00:00Z

Triple Ironman World Champion and University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumna Chrissie Wellington is set to receive an honorary degree tomorrow (Wednesday, December 15), as a tribute to her work in both her passions: sport and international development.

UBSport at the European Cross Country Championships

2010-12-13T00:00:00Z

Past and present members of University of Birmingham Sport's (UBSport) Cross Country team competed at the SPAR European Cross Country Championships yesterday (Sunday, November 12) in Albufeira, Portugal.

Lifesaver picks up two medals at National Championships

2010-11-29T00:00:00Z

Rebecca Sindell from the University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) Lifesaving Club headed up to Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, Sheffield on Sunday, November 28 to compete in the 2010 National Lifesaving Championships finals and picked up gold and bronze medals.

Chrissie gives it some welly

2010-11-22T00:00:00Z

University of Birmingham Alumna Chrissie Wellington produced an amazing performance at the 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona, USA in Sunday, November 21 to win the women's title in a superb 8:36:13, placing her in eighth overall.

Bronze for Gilbert at the Commonwealth Games

2010-10-14T00:00:00Z

Susie Gilbert, third year geography, has secured her third bronze medal of the summer following a 1-0 win over South Africa with England women's hockey at the Commonwealth Games, Delhi on Wednesday, October, 13.

Elle Hopkins has success at the National Track Championships

2010-09-27T00:00:00Z

Elle Hopkins, a third year Sport and Exercise Science student, had a successful trip to Manchester Velodrome last week to compete in the National Track Championships 2010, walking away with a silver medal in the Women's Madison and a positive performance in the team sprint race.

Gilbert wins World Cup bronze

2010-09-13T00:00:00Z

University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) had a representative in England's women's hockey squad as they picked up their first ever medal in the BDO FIH World Cup in Rosario, Argentina.

Nobel prize winner comes to Birmingham

2010-09-01T15:25:00Z

One of the world's leading virologists will be speaking at the International Epstein-Barr Virus Conference, which takes place at the University of Birmingham from September 4-7.

UBSport alumni selected for Commonwealth Games

2010-08-23T00:00:00Z

Three University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni have been selected to represent England at the upcoming Commonwealth Games to be held in Delhi, India from October 3-14.

Badminton scholars to represent GB

2010-08-19T00:00:00Z

Congratulations to two University of Birmingham Sport badminton players who are set to start off the new season with success after being chosen to represent Great Britain at the 11th World University Badminton Championships 2010.

UBSport Hockey Stars are Delhi bound

2010-08-08T00:00:00Z

Susie Gilbert, third year Geography, has been named in the squad of 16 women's hockey players to represent England at the Commonwealth games to be held in Delhi, India from October 3-14.

Triple success for UBSport alumni

2010-07-27T00:00:00Z

Joel Hinds helped Great Britain reclaim the team titles in the 7th World University Squash Championships held at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, after a tight final against newcomers Hong Kong (Saturday, July 17).

Honorary graduands for July 2010

2010-07-05T00:01:00Z

More than 4,500 students will graduate from the University of Birmingham from Friday, July 9 to Friday, July 16 at 16 degree ceremonies in the University's Great Hall.

Birmingham archaeologists turn back clock at Stonehenge

2010-07-05T00:01:00Z

Archaeologists at the University of Birmingham are heading to Stonehenge to lead the world's biggest-ever virtual excavation. The Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project, which starts today (Monday July 5), will use the latest geophysical imaging techniques to visually recreate the iconic prehistoric monument and its surroundings.

Birmingham honoured for promoting international collaboration

2010-03-23T00:01:00Z

The University of Birmingham and the city have been honoured in the United States, for increasing international collaboration and promoting the many initiatives associated with being a sister city.