News from 2015
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Former student takes top role at his University
The third Chancellor of Lancaster University was officially ‘installed’ at a special ceremony on campus on Wednesday (March 4).
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How cannabis use affects people with Bipolar Disorder
The first study to examine the use of cannabis in the context of daily life among people with Bipolar Disorder has shown how the drug is linked to increases in both manic and depressive symptoms.
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Insight into Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The development of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) may be influenced through a protein in the gut leading to inflammation according to research.
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Lancaster University is developing leaders in Africa
Lancaster University is developing the leaders of major health care NGOs in Africa.
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InfoLab21 - A landmark research space
A decade of ‘Innovation, Interaction and Impact’ was celebrated in style at InfoLab21’s tenth anniversary event on Thursday.
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Himalayan ice shows chemicals ban is working
A unique study of frozen ice cores from the Tibetan Himalaya has shown that international agreements on phasing out the use of toxic persistent organic pollutants are working.
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New North West network to strengthen German understanding
A new group has been set up in the North West to promote all things German in the region.
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Excellence awards for statisticians
Two Lancaster University statisticians are to receive Royal Statistical Society prizes for their exemplary work.
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iPads no better than picture books for children with autism
The use of the Apple iPad to teach children with severe autism does not enhance their education say psychologists.
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New research partnership to inform policing policy and practice
A new programme of research and knowledge sharing is to play a key role in informing future policing policy, following funding for a major new research collaboration.