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String theory: scientists are trying new ways to verify the idea that could unite all of physics
Professor Marika Taylor writes for The Conversation
- Published: 1 December 2025
New highly efficient material turns motion into power
Scientists have developed a new material that converts motion into electricity (piezoelectricity) without using toxic lead
- Published: 26 November 2025
Why dry leaves curl and fold: The hidden mechanics behind nature’s designs
Researchers have explored how fallen leaf shapes follow precise mechanical rules, helping to provide a framework for contemporary engineering structures
- Published: 24 November 2025
Professor Tim Albrecht awarded Guest Professorship by Nanjing University
The appointment was formalised at the 23rd Conference on International Exchange of Professionals in Shanghai on 20 October.
- Published: 11 November 2025
University of Birmingham Wins Prestigious Green Gown Award for Benefitting Society
The Birmingham Plastics Network, in collaboration with Stan's Cafe, have been recognised for bringing policy action to the public and fore.
- Published: 7 November 2025
Breakthrough MRI contrast agent design continues path to safer, more effective diagnostics
A new class of highly stable, protein-inspired MRI contrast agents has the potential to revolutionise medical imaging.
- Published: 7 November 2025
University of Birmingham researchers win national image prize
The winning image is a stunning depiction of research, captured using high-fidelity simulations on the Archer2 HPC system.
- Published: 30 October 2025
Three-dimensional maps begin to bring exoplanets into focus
The first three-dimensional map of a planet orbiting another star reveals an atmosphere with distinct temperature zones.
- Published: 28 October 2025