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Research spotlight: everyday heroes

From catching criminals to reducing pollution, citizens are helping Lancaster researchers change the world.

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Events are sure to spark your curiosity about Lancaster University

Two key community events, both designed to help people explore Lancaster University’s cutting-edge research, experience interactive activities and discover more about its work, are lined up for April.
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Next generation computers modelled on the human brain

Lancaster University is leading a £2.1M project with Cambridge and Durham which aims to revolutionise the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and computing.

 
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Launch of first-ever global women’s iconography archive

The first ever digital archive of women's iconography will be launched officially on March 10 as part of a series of events at Lancaster University Library to mark International Women’s Day (March 8).
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Businesses urged to tap into science and technology talent

Growth-hungry North West businesses can benefit from an opportunity to access fresh ideas and technical skills by working with talented and enthusiastic science and technology students.
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Lecture set to reveal the true story about the ‘Real Peaky Blinders’

An opportunity to step into the ultra-sinister world of the ‘Real Peaky Blinders’ is presented later this month at a public lecture organised by Lancaster University.
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Aspiring scientists, engineers and mathematicians to benefit from the launch of 15 new university foundation courses

Aspiring Lancaster University students are to benefit from a new range of Foundation Year courses that are specially aimed to propel people towards studying degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects.

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High praise from students

Students participating in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024 rated Lancaster University highly for teaching, academic support, and learning resources. Among other successes, Lancaster scored 91.5% for learning resources, 88.5% for teaching quality, and 89.9% for academic support.

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