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Armyworm biopesticide moves closer
Researchers win funding to push forward the production of a cheap, effective and locally-produced biopesticide to combat one of Africa’s major crop pests.
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New poetry collection captures the beauty of home and abroad
‘Cheesecloth mists’, rain ‘that hissed like steak or fish in a skillet’, and the ‘haze of dust and heat-wavering roads’ of South Africa….
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Dramatic changes needed in farming practices to keep pace with climate change
Major changes in agricultural practices will be required to offset increases in nutrient losses due to climate change, according to research published by a Lancaster University-led team.
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Professor brings Festival Physics to the Pavilion
Lancaster Professor Roger Jones and other Lancaster physicists have appeared at the Physics Pavilion at the Womad Festival 2017.
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Edinburgh Festival date for Lancaster Professor
A Lancaster University professor has co-authored and co-directed a new piece of theatre which has been selected by the British Council Showcase for this year’s Edinburgh Festival.
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Manufacturing and engineering businesses sought for productivity initiative
An opportunity to join a regional business support programme championed by some of the UK’s leading manufacturers is now available.
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‘Hidden’ experiences of men forced to have sex with women revealed
The most frequent strategy used by women forcing men to have sex with them against their will is blackmail and threats, according to researchers at Lancaster University.
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Rainforest metropolis casts 1,000 km shadow on wildlife
Urban food demand in the Amazon could be hitting wildlife up to 1,000 km away from the city, according to new research.
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Construction begins on international science experiment
Construction has begun on a massive international experiment that could change our understanding of the universe.
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Alumni awards for prominent graduates
Three Lancaster graduates have received Alumni awards at the July graduation ceremonies.