Press office news listing http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/international-listing.aspx?NewsListingOrig_List_GoToPage=3&TaxonomyKey=0/1/187/193&NewsListingOrig_SyndicationType=1 Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/12-Jun-13-Medieval-leprosy-genomes-reveal-insights-into-the-history-of-the-disease.aspx 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. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/12-Jun-13-Medieval-leprosy-genomes-reveal-insights-into-the-history-of-the-disease.aspx leprosy leprosy bacillus School of Biosciences Professor David E Minnikin india http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspx 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. Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspx public engagement The Conversation http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspx 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. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspx india http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspx 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. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:05:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspx metabolomics china BGI NERC http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspx 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. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:48:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspx research Institute of Advanced Studies regeneration http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/27Mar-Summer-melt-season-is-getting-longer-on-the-Antarctic-Peninsula,-new-research-shows.aspx 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. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:44:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/27Mar-Summer-melt-season-is-getting-longer-on-the-Antarctic-Peninsula,-new-research-shows.aspx Antarctic peninsula weather stations Melting Mark Barrand http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/25Feb-University-of-Birmingham-in-Guangzhou-to-develop-next-steps-for-strategic-partnership-.aspx Senior representatives from the University of Birmingham are visiting Guangzhou this week to enhance the institution's extensive links with partners in the region. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:30:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/25Feb-University-of-Birmingham-in-Guangzhou-to-develop-next-steps-for-strategic-partnership-.aspx Guangzhou research projects Richard Williams china Edward Peck http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/04Feb-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-projects-to-strengthen-UK-Brazil-research-links.aspx 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. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:22:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/04Feb-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-projects-to-strengthen-UK-Brazil-research-links.aspx Brazil FAPESP Sao Paulo research projects http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/25-Jan-13-UK-and-USA-collaborate-in-airborne-climate-science-projects.aspx 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. Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/25-Jan-13-UK-and-USA-collaborate-in-airborne-climate-science-projects.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/International-research-study-to-shed-light-on-sources-of-air-polluting-dust-in-India.aspx 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. Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:05:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/International-research-study-to-shed-light-on-sources-of-air-polluting-dust-in-India.aspx Delhi india dust Air pollution public health UKIERI Nevada http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:20:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/14DecBrazilian-Government-and-University-embark-on-sports-science-partnership.aspx 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. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 10:14:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/14DecBrazilian-Government-and-University-embark-on-sports-science-partnership.aspx Brazil sport ministry of sport luis paulino http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx 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. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx China Institute ambassador zhao Geely Holdings China Birmingham Guangzhou Centre http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspx 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. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspx Golf china far east asia india PGA martin toms sandy jones http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio-conference-examines-leveraging-legacies-of-major-sporting-events.aspx 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. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio-conference-examines-leveraging-legacies-of-major-sporting-events.aspx legacy olympics sporting sport mega-event rationale impact rio de janeiro global World Cup http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/12Nov-Brazilian-and-UK-scientists-explore-research-partnerships-to-improve-safe-exploitation-of-oil-and-gas.aspx 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. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/12Nov-Brazilian-and-UK-scientists-explore-research-partnerships-to-improve-safe-exploitation-of-oil-and-gas.aspx Brazil Oil Gas natal tim reston safe exploitation http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/9-sept-Droughts-could-profoundly-harm-river-life,-a-study-warns.aspx 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. Sun, 09 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/9-sept-Droughts-could-profoundly-harm-river-life,-a-study-warns.aspx Nature Climate Change Mark Ledger School of Geography Earth and Environmental Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/07Sept-Scientists-set-new-world-drilling-depth-record-of-scientific-ocean-drilling.aspx 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. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 11:44:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/07Sept-Scientists-set-new-world-drilling-depth-record-of-scientific-ocean-drilling.aspx harrington Japan chikyu world record drilling ocean seasfloor ship shimokita http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/02-Sep-12-Rapid-re-colonisation-of-river-after-extreme-flood-event.aspx 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). Sun, 02 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/02-Sep-12-Rapid-re-colonisation-of-river-after-extreme-flood-event.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/31-July-Beijing-Genomics-Institute-partners-with-the-University-of-Birmingham-.aspx 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. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/31-July-Beijing-Genomics-Institute-partners-with-the-University-of-Birmingham-.aspx genomics BGI beijing Shenzen environmental and human health research frampton tickell chipman Yingrui Li http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/19-July-Polish-entrepreneurship-in-Britain-contributes-to-economic-growth.aspx 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. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/19-July-Polish-entrepreneurship-in-Britain-contributes-to-economic-growth.aspx Polish entrepreneurship catherine harris http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/18-July-Ozone-levels-around-Delhi-prompt-new-collaborative-research-project-with-India-.aspx 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. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:40:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/18-July-Ozone-levels-around-Delhi-prompt-new-collaborative-research-project-with-India-.aspx science india TERI health bloss kumar pollution ozone Delhi emissions http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspx 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). Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/14-May-Hydrogen-is-tomorrows-biofuel-say-scientists.aspx Researchers from the University of Birmingham are creating clean hydrogen from food waste paving the way for a bioenergy alternative for the future. Mon, 14 May 2012 11:47:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/14-May-Hydrogen-is-tomorrows-biofuel-say-scientists.aspx bifuel Hydrogen bioethanol FAPESP Brazil Macaskie http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24-Apr-Birmingham-and-Nottinghams-joint-links-with-Brazil-go-from-strength-to-strength.aspx 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. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:59:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24-Apr-Birmingham-and-Nottinghams-joint-links-with-Brazil-go-from-strength-to-strength.aspx Brazil FAPESP research Science without Borders http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspx 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. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspx behind the scenes academics inspirational competition students http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/16-April-University-of-Birmingham-cements-and-creates-new-collaborations-with-Guangzhou.aspx 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. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/16-April-University-of-Birmingham-cements-and-creates-new-collaborations-with-Guangzhou.aspx Guangzhou http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/15MarBirmingham-Nottingham-Press-Release.aspx 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. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/15MarBirmingham-Nottingham-Press-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/23FebRising-temperatures-impact-on-major-pest-of-rice.aspx Rice crop plaguing insects may struggle to survive in a warming climate, scientists from the University of Birmingham have found. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:40:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/23FebRising-temperatures-impact-on-major-pest-of-rice.aspx Rice planthopper bale india china malaysia Thailand insects http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/15-FebUniversity-of-Birmingham-unveils-new-Foundation-Academy.aspx 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. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/15-FebUniversity-of-Birmingham-unveils-new-Foundation-Academy.aspx foundation academy international students birmingham foundation academy Vice-Chancellor David Eastwood steve-minchin http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/University-of-Birmingham-explores-further-collaborative-opportunities-in-Guangzhou.aspx 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. Sat, 17 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/University-of-Birmingham-explores-further-collaborative-opportunities-in-Guangzhou.aspx Guangzhou research opportunities http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/UK-and-Indian-researchers-unite-to-fight-global-tuberculosis-epidemic.aspx 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). Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/UK-and-Indian-researchers-unite-to-fight-global-tuberculosis-epidemic.aspx tuberculosis india bangalore http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Dec11UBSport-stars-shine-at-the-European-Cross-Country-Championships.aspx 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. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:53:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Dec11UBSport-stars-shine-at-the-European-Cross-Country-Championships.aspx sport Birmingham University of Birmingham Sport Athletics Cross Country European Cross Country Championships James Wilkinson Hannah Walker Sara Treacy http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspx 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. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspx Chrissie Wellington Rachel Joyce sport Birmingham Ironman Ironman Championships 2011 Kona http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspx 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. Tue, 09 Aug 2011 10:41:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspx 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. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspx Ivy League hefce grades http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspx The University of Birmingham is to open a collaborative centre later this summer in Guangzhou, China, with the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspx china Guangzhou research partnership collaboration http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspx 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. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:32:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspx 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. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspx international Brazil post-graduate research Fellowships http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspx 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. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:41:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspx Fellowships research Postgraduate http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/16May-Leading-universities-unite-for-enhanced-global-engagement-in-Brazil-mission.aspx Senior academics from the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham are visiting Brazil this week in a joint research-focused mission. Mon, 16 May 2011 10:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/16May-Leading-universities-unite-for-enhanced-global-engagement-in-Brazil-mission.aspx Brazil international University of Nottingham http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspx 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. Mon, 09 May 2011 10:43:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspx india research links road show bangalore pune mumbai Delhi chennai http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Mar11ChrissieWellingtonbreaksanotherIronmanRecord.aspx 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. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Mar11ChrissieWellingtonbreaksanotherIronmanRecord.aspx alumni Triathlon Ironman Chrissie Wellington Rachel Joyce sport BirminghamUni http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspx 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. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspx