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General Election 2019 All the University of Birmingham's comment, analysis and events on the forthcoming General Election.
Birmingham Perspective Cybersecurity and the UK Election "Investment into the policing and prosecution of cybercrime is sorely needed. However, the rush to promise funds for increased policing only engages with part of the problem" Join the conversation
Fighting drug resistance Antibiotic resistance has a huge cost to us. Find out how our Birmingham Heroes are leading research to change this.
Young women face unnecessary appendicitis surgery Our research shows that, every year, thousands of British women undergo surgery they don’t need.
University library wins prestigious design award Our main library has been given the 2019 Society of College, National and University Libraries Award for design
Blue Plaque unveiled in honour of Hollywood actress We have commemorated one of our most distinguished graduates, the actor and humanitarian, Madeleine Carroll
December 9 University Carol Service With music conducted by Simon Halsey and performed by Birmingham University Singers.
February 11 The Vice-Chancellor's Distinguished Lecture Series Delivered by Dr Tristram Hunt, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum and Former Shadow Secretary of State for Education
Greenhouse gases from volcanic rocks can create global warming Carbon emissions from volcanic rock movement can cause massive global warming – a discovery which could transform the way scientists predict climate change.
How can we stay safe from hackers in the era of ‘smart products’? Researchers are stress-testing smart technologies to prepare us for a threat-filled future.
Birmingham In Action Take positive action to change the world and tackle five big challenges facing our generation and the next. Donate. Give time. Spread the word.
Athletes suspend sense of right and wrong to pursue sporting success New research shows ruthless sportspeople often jettison their sense of morality when they step onto the field of play.