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Scientists have found that a predatory bacterium, capable of invading and consuming harmful bugs such as E.coli and Salmonella, can sculpt its own shape to fit inside its prey.

Stunning ancient artefacts from the ‘cradle of civilisation’ are due to go on display at Lakeside Arts at the University of Nottingham as part of a new exhibition being held in partnership with the British Museum.

A new global study has revealed the extent of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused by vegetable oil production, highlighting the need for more sustainable growing solutions.

The findings of a major study exploring COVID-19’s impact on the resilience of UK companies will be revealed to policymakers, business leaders and entrepreneurs later this week.

The Cuban Painted Snail has won an international competition – and will now have its DNA blueprint unravelled and the key to its beauty unlocked, potentially helping to protect this iconic species from extinction.

Scientists have accurately analysed the tough barrier layer of the skin giving the most detailed molecular map of its structure that will help in the development of new skin products and treatments.

A professor from the University of Nottingham, whose research focuses on the safety of patients, has been appointed as the inaugural National Clinical Director for Prescribing with NHS England, to help tackle the issue of overprescribing.

Community-based rehabilitation can help the recovery of people with schizophrenia in low-income countries, according to new research from experts at the University of Nottingham and Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia.

Experts from the University of Nottingham will be part of a new national research network to tackle challenges in ageing.

Experts from the University of Nottingham have found that the sex of a jockey doesn’t influence any aspect of racehorse physiology and performance.