A man was found dead in Warwick this morning A spokesman said officers responding to a report of an unresponsive male at about 8.20am found the man’s body on Tribe Road No 6 An investigation into his death has begun and no other information will be provided until the next of kin has been notified • On occasion The Royal Gazette may decide to not allow comments on a story that we deem may inflame sensitivities As we are legally liable for any libellous or defamatory comments made on our website this move is for our protection as well as that of our readers Which of the Throne Speech promises is the Government best equipped to deliver on View Results Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is set to trial its new electric delivery vehicle fleet WMG has collaborated with Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) to innovate a petrol-free alternative delivery vehicle that aims to replace petrol and diesel vans in the future The trials are running as part of the Last Mile Logistics Project which aims to accelerate innovation within the West Midlands A small fleet of low speed delivery vehicles will be tested on campus rather than the entire fleet of larger vehicles It is hoped that the trial […] will provide invaluable data to hasten the roll-out of the delivery vehicles across the UK This comes after concerns about the safety risks posed by the testing the larger vehicles around the University will provide invaluable data to hasten the roll-out of the delivery vehicles across the UK Researchers from WMG have been collaborating with the Department for Transport to develop various types of delivery vehicles that can be used on UK roads and bike lanes with an aim to diversify their existing trial fleet WMG will also work with local automotive manufacturers to gain assistance for the project West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker welcomed the trial we’re stepping up to tackle modern-day challenges the delivery sector is playing an ever-increasing role in our regional economy generating much-needed jobs for local people.” engineered and built in the UK with a full supply chain behind them He further elaborated on how he aims to work with the government during the trial Parker said: “The government is backing my plan to invest in top talent and tech so we can reduce our carbon emissions and get everyone to net zero while creating jobs That’s how I’m going to build cleaner communities and a stronger Principal Engineer for Micromobility at WMG also welcomed the trials of this first-of-a-kind technology commenting: “We couldn’t run these trials without Innovation Accelerator funding These vehicles aren’t legal on UK roads yet so they’re not available to buy.” engineered and built in the UK with a full supply chain behind them.” One first-year Maths student shared their reservations about the project While they told The Boar that they “believe this has a lot of potential” they also added: “I’m not sure if this will be able to carry as much weight as vans do on a daily basis.” Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed Actor and dwarfism charity founder Samantha Davis suffered cardiac arrest after surgery complications The actor and campaigner Samantha Davis the wife of Harry Potter star Warwick Davis died after suffering a cardiac arrest hours before a hospital was planning to discharge her who co-founded Little People UK – the dwarfism charity known as “an essential resource for little people and their families” – died aged 53 at London’s University College hospital on 24 March last year concluded during Davis’s inquest on Monday that she had died of arrhythmic cardiac arrest after complications of essential surgical treatment Davis was admitted to hospital on 7 February last year following a sudden loss of mobility in her lower limbs after a disc prolapse she had a thoracotomy operation – a surgical procedure where the chest wall is opened her condition improved and the University College hospital at Westmoreland Street was planning to discharge her Davis went into cardiac arrest at 11.25pm on 23 March and was pronounced dead in the early hours of the morning on 24 March Wilcox said: “I am satisfied that the medical cause of death should be arrhythmic cardiac arrest and complications following left thoracotomies the stress of everything together has precipitated this arrhythmic cardiac arrest in a lady who was not known to have any previous arrhythmia problems.” a bone growth disorder that results in dwarfism which was “complicated by very severe spinal problems” requiring multiple surgeries from 2016 Ms Davis simply wouldn’t have been so unwell She wouldn’t have needed two lots of major surgeries.” She commended the “excellent care” provided by the hospital noting that it was “frankly heartbreaking” that the surgery itself was successful only for complications to arise and to cause her death Upon her death last year, Samantha Davis was described by her husband as “the greatest love of his life” She had a wicked sense of humour and always laughed at my bad jokes Warwick Davis said Samantha was his “most trusted confidante and an ardent supporter of everything I did in my career” and that having her by his side felt “like having a superpower” He dedicated his Bafta film fellowship award to his wife during an emotional tribute at the ceremony in February The University of Warwick has reached the final of BBC Two’s University Challenge one of the UK’s most prestigious – and fiercely contested – quiz competitions Twenty-eight universities from across the UK took part in this year’s series The team is captained by Mathematics student Oscar Siddle joined by Ananya Govindarajan (Engineering) This marks the University’s third appearance in a University Challenge final On both previous occasions – in 2007 and 2021 – Warwick went on to win the trophy said: “It’s been a great experience – hanging out with the other teams backstage getting to see the ins and outs of television production and entertaining our semi-serious long list of acquired superstitions Hopefully everyone’s as excited for the final as we were to play it.” Cambridge in the final on Monday 12 May on BBC Two at 8:30pm The team made an impressive start to the series defeating the University of East Anglia 275–125 in the first round and then beat Queen’s University Belfast 215–95 in their first quarterfinal But the journey hasn’t been all smooth sailing with their second quarterfinal against Christ’s College Cambridge proving tougher At one stage they trailed by 150 points – but a determined late push narrowed the final score to 155–205 Warwick bounced back with a 220–125 win over University College London securing their place in the semi-final facing Darwin College A nail-biting finish saw Warwick clinch a brilliant victory in the last three minutes to book their place in the final – a rematch against Christ’s Cambridge This is the second series to be hosted by journalist and broadcaster Amol Rajan following Jeremy Paxman’s retirement in 2023 tune in to BBC Two at 8.30pm on Monday 12 May or catch up on BBC iPlayer The team is available for interview opportunities contact: Stevie Connoll – Media & Communications Officer stevie.connoll@warwick.ac.uk / +44 (0)7824 540791 Press enquiries / +44 (0)7392 125 605 Contact an Expert Contact an Expert Meet the Team Meet the Team We use cookies to give you the best online experience Please let us know if you agree to functional You can update your cookie preferences at any time Today engineering undergraduates begin their bespoke engineering degree The Undergraduate Engineers have started at the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology on the Dyson technology campus in Malmesbury there were over 850 applications for 25 places on the course and due to the exceptionally high calibre of candidates 33 Undergraduate Engineers were accepted onto the four-year engineering degree The undergraduate engineers will be mentored by Dyson’s practicing scientists and engineers – world experts in their field – who will teach alongside academics from WMG They will benefit from learning high-level science and engineering theory combined with real-world application on live projects They will come away from higher education debt-free having earned a salary throughout and the prospect of a graduate role with Dyson on completion of the four-year degree WMG have a track record of developing bespoke programmes which meet the needs of industry developing skills and talent required to compete in the global marketplace University of Warwick said: “It is vital that in order for UK companies to be competitive they must have the right people with the right skills I am delighted we are working with the Dyson Institute on this degree and welcome the move by James Dyson to develop a pool of talent which have the skills that are required to work in industry today.” Applications are now open for 2018 visit https://www.dysoninstitute.com/ for more information L dot Walton dot 1 at warwick dot ac dot uk is a performance piece developed for the Cultural Olympiad as a collaboration between Fusion Table Tennis Club and The Coull Quartet It was first performed in March at Warwick Arts Centre The University of Warwick has announced today that it will award an honorary degree of Honorary Doctor of Letters to Warwickshire born science fiction & climbing writer M John Harrison at one of its winter degree ceremonies on Wednesday 20 January 2016 More information on the times for photography and interview opportunities will be issued nearer the time His work has been classified by some as forming part of the movement dubbed the “New Weird” “New Weird” authour China Miéville cites Harrison as one of his literary heroes Others have tried to badge Harrison himself as a precursor to the “New Weird” but Harrison himself resists any literary labels His interest in rock climbing led to his semi-autobiographical novel Climbers (1989) the first novel to receive the Boardman Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature Harrison also ghost-wrote the autobiography of one of Britain's best rock climbers He has also reviewed fiction and nonfiction for The Guardian the Times Literary Supplement and The New York Times His work was celebrated at a special academic conference at Warwick in 2014 and you can listen to a podcast of an interview with him by one of the conference organisers by clicking the play button on this page: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/media/mjohnharrison You can see an articles on his work in The Guardian: http://www.theguardian.com/culture/2012/jul/20/m-john-harrison-life-in-writing and in New Statesman: http://www.newstatesman.com/2013/10/future-without-nostalgia Peter Dunn, Director of Press and Policy, University of Warwick Tel UK: 024 76523708 office 07767 655860 mobile Tel Overseas: +44 (0)24 76523708 office +44 (0)7767 655860 mobile/cell Email: p.j.dunn@warwick.ac.uk Warwick’s annual Meet the University event aims to inform ambitious businesses of the wide range of SME services the University is able to provide hiring facilities and accessing start-up support and funding Experts from all of Warwick’s service areas will be on hand to discuss businesses’ aspirations providing a unique platform for businesses to connect with some of the region’s top experts in business growth to find the support they need to progress The event is open to companies from across the region from any industry and is being held at Radcliffe Conference Centre on the University’s Coventry-based campus Meet the University falls on the opening day of the region’s inaugural business festival which is taking place from the 20th November to the 1st December The Coventry and Warwickshire Business Festival will celebrate the region’s thriving business scene stimulating business growth and encouraging inward investment by demonstrating the variety of industries in the area Warwick has pledged substantial support to the Festival signing up as a partner and with Professor Kerry Kirwan WMG and University of Warwick Academic Director of Research as the Festival’s Sector Lead for Automotive and Advanced Manufacturing As well as the Meet the University event on 20th November Warwick is also holding a science and engineering focused industry event on 29th November to help relevant businesses of any size gain access to state-of-the-art equipment and collaboration opportunities through direct contact with its world-renowned scientific departments Head of the Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing research group within WMG “We’re delighted to be hosting these two events as part of the first Coventry and Warwickshire Business Festival Warwick has a long history of connecting academia with industry and we work closely with businesses of all sizes from all sectors to provide them with the right support to unleash their potential We hope to welcome lots of the region’s dynamic businesses to our events to share our expertise and initiate new collaborations.” · More information on the Meet the University event is available here: https://cwbusinessfestival.ticketleap.com/meet-the-university-of-warwick/ · More information on the scientific-focused event on facilities, knowledge and support is available here: https://cwbusinessfestival.ticketleap.com/how-to-access-facilities-knowledge-and-support-from-the-univers/details The University is also supporting several Coventry City of Culture 2021 events Come along and hear about new research into digital creative businesses in Coventry and have your say on what needs to be done: Click here for for details Aimed at those running or involved with Coventry’s hospitality tourism-facing industry to hear analysis of the very latest visitor research: Click here for more details Tom Frew – Senior Press and Media Relations Manager E: a dot t dot frew at warwick dot ac dot uk who has led the council for almost 12 years The Lib Dems are the second largest party with 14 seats Conservatives had a strong majority before the election Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingWho would Reform join forces with?published at 17:09 British Summer Time 2 May17:09 BST 2 MaySimon GilbertPolitical Reporter The Conservatives would be the obvious choice A joint Reform and Conservative administration would surely be the focus of widespread attention with the recurring incessant chatter around a possible future merging of the two parties The coming days and weeks of political manoeuvring will decide who leads the county But it could significant for the country - depending on the partnerships formed and their success or failure Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingCounty set for a 'completely new broom' - Lib Demspublished at 16:57 British Summer Time 2 May16:57 BST 2 MayDan SambellBBC Radio CWR Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingStratford-upon-Avon is being painted yellowpublished at 16:48 British Summer Time 2 May16:48 BST 2 MaySimon GilbertPolitical Reporter While today has been a huge success for Reform in the north of the county the failure of the Conservative leader Izzi Seccombe to hold on to her seat in Stour & The Vale is more to do with the surge of the Liberal Democrats in Stratford-upon-Avon That’s a town now under Liberal Democrat control after the last district council election when they dethroned the Tories The Liberal Democrats also ousted the Tory MP at the General Election Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingReform happy to work with Tories at a local levelpublished at 16:38 British Summer Time 2 May16:38 BST 2 MayJames BovillBBC News chairman of the Warwick and Leamington branch of Reform has said his party is happy to work with the Conservatives on a local level He said meetings were already planned in terms of working with other parties and Reform was "happy to talk with anyone who thinks they can add value to what we offer" "Reform is a lot more of a centrist party than people expect," he said "They attract just as much from Labour heartlands as Conservative heartlands We’re now at a stage where we understand that Britain is broken Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingA number of coalition options over coming dayspublished at 16:28 British Summer Time 2 May16:28 BST 2 MaySimon GilbertPolitical Reporter It’s not impossible that the other parties could attempt to stifle Reform Tory and Green coalition would have the numbers to keep Reform out of power Perhaps Whitnash Residents Association could become the kingmaker in that scenario Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingFinal result declared with a Liberal Democrat winpublished at 16:13 British Summer Time 2 May16:13 BST 2 MayDan SambellBBC Radio CWR The final result has been declared in Stoneleigh The county council make up is now - nine seats for the Tories 23 Reform and one for the Whitnash Residents Association Election Results, external Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingHow are Labour performing in Warwickshire?published at 16:02 British Summer Time 2 May16:02 BST 2 MaySo far the Labour Party has won seats in: said she would look at provisions for social care We are now waiting to find out who the final four will be Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingReform gains see Tory seat go to Lib Demspublished at 15:18 British Summer Time 2 May15:18 BST 2 MayIn former council leader Izzi Seccombe's Stour & The Vale ward Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingCouncil slips to no overall controlpublished at 15:10 British Summer Time 2 May15:10 BST 2 MaySimon GilbertPolitical Reporter No party will have overall control of Warwickshire County Council Exactly 29 seats are needed for an overall majority and no one party is now able to reach that number Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingReform will be biggest party in Warwickshirepublished at 14:57 British Summer Time 2 May14:57 BST 2 MaySimon GilbertPolitical Reporter The party has currently won 22 seats in the county A further seven are needed for a majority and overall control of the council Reform is likely to look to form a joint administration and create a partnership that will allow it to govern and push the changes members want through council votes Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingWhat does the county council do?published at 14:48 British Summer Time 2 May14:48 BST 2 MaySo what does the county council do for you Other public services in the county council area are controlled by the more local district council The University of Warwick is officially kicking off its 60th-anniversary year today marking six decades of transformative education Starting with the Festival of Innovation later this month and culminating in the spectacular Global Illuminations Light Festival in November the University is coming alive with a vibrant programme of events throughout the year to commemorate its founding in 1965 Vice-Chancellor and President of The University of Warwick “As we prepare to mark the University’s prestigious 60th anniversary in 2025 it is the ideal moment to also reflect on our legacy we are proud of our rich heritage as a world-class leader in education whilst this is an opportunity to take stock of the achievements of the past six decades it is also a chance to renew our commitment to a further 60 years of innovation and collaboration lasting impact for years to come as we look ahead to a future that is defined by our transformational spirit.” and the wider community to join in celebrating its remarkable journey and looking forward to an inspiring future The 60th-anniversary celebrations highlight the University’s continued commitment to creating a better world The Festival of Innovation and Grassroots Growth Summit (27th January 2025) this interactive event showcases cutting-edge work in Clean Tech The festival features hands-on exploration of innovative projects celebrates founders excelling in the University’s innovation ecosystem and connects entrepreneurs and businesses with experts The Grassroots Growth Summit engages industry leaders and innovators driving change through innovation This year-long programme sees the Warwick Institute of Engagement team hosting daytime and evening events in collaboration with community organisations include partnerships with centres in Canley and Foleshill Science Art Collision: Poetry Trail (May 2025) this unique trail features poems by poet-in-residence Sujatha Menon inspired by the research of Gibbet Hill’s female science academics It will include a collaborative poem with Foleshill Community Centre members Each piece is paired with a prologue highlighting the scientific insights that inspired the poetry In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats (Autumn 2025) This immersive virtual reality experience revisits the Coventry and West Midlands rave scene where experience-seekers will embark on an adventure and euphoria that surrounded the Acid House movement The show will provide a multi-sensory journey via an immersive exhibition interactivity and simulation and help to showcase the University’s strength of cultural programming The exhibition will be visiting Warwick Arts Centre in Autumn 2025 The Global Illuminations Light Festival (November 2025) A collaborative celebration of the University’s international community involving students and staff from over 147 countries This event will transform campus buildings into a vibrant eco-friendly light spectacle With even more events and activities to be announced Warwick’s 60th anniversary reflects its commitment to delivering a world-class education in a diverse For more information, visit the University of Warwick 60th Anniversary web pages has been installed as the new Chancellor of The University of Warwick a former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations officially began her role as Chancellor on January 23rd 2025 Bience serves as the ceremonial head of the University and acting as an ambassador for Warwick's principles of academic excellence Expressing her excitement for the new role “When I walked through the gates of Warwick in 1982 as a student becoming Chancellor was the last of my thoughts it places a responsibility as I’m part of the Warwick family.” “I hope that during my time as Chancellor many young women will see an opportunity and will feel inspired that no matter your circumstances to learn and to see what we can improve on I think I want people to feel that the Chancellor is just a human being.” Bience fought against the South African apartheid-era government and was forced into exile alongside many other Namibians She came to Warwick as a refugee to undertake her legal studies as part of a scholarship scheme graduating in 1986 and qualifying as a barrister at Lincoln's Inn in 1987 She returned to Namibia in 1989 to help shape its independent future She was awarded an honorary degree by Warwick in 2023 in recognition of her career spanning over 40 years in law and human rights "Bience brings a wealth of international experience and a deep commitment to education and global development.“Her leadership on the world stage particularly in promoting equality and opportunity aligns perfectly with Warwick’s mission to inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders.“This combined with her own personal story and career as a Warwick alumna We are thrilled to welcome her to the Warwick community." Bience is renowned for her extensive career with the Government of Namibia where she has held senior positions championing social justice Her leadership in negotiating global frameworks has earned her international recognition as a defender of justice and human dignity The University thanks Baroness Ashton for her years of dedicated service and her tireless advocacy for Warwick’s growth as a world-leading institution The University of Warwick’s bold vision for new world-leading STEM facilities has taken a significant step forward with Kier appointed as the preferred lead contractor to deliver Phase 1 of the project.This announcement represents a key milestone in the wider Connect Programme which is an unprecedented £700 million capital investment in STEM and Social Sciences to enable the University to build on its interdisciplinary approach reinforce the University’s internationally-recognised work in science and research and enhance the campus experience for students A wealth of new courses in STEM will enhance the learning options available to undergraduate and postgraduate students and help attract some of the brightest young minds from across the world innovation-led research and collaboration with partners on a regional national and international scale to address global challenges such as protecting crops against insects and providing therapeutics and diagnosis for neglected tropical diseases The University of Warwick has been a trailblazer in pioneering research including leading innovations to develop sustainable materials and manufacturing processes to combat environmental damage Vice-Chancellor of the University of Warwick said: “Appointing a contractor to deliver Phase 1 of the STEM Connect Programme is a really big moment in the journey of the Connect Programme and is a timely milestone in the University’s 60th anniversary year “The STEM Connect Programme is a transformative initiative that will not only enhance learning opportunities for our students but also strengthen our global reputation as a leader in science and technology engineering and mathematics “We are excited to partner with Kier to bring this ambitious vision to life and the appointment of one of Britain’s strongest contractorsis a major milestone and reflects the pace of our delivery.” Academic Lead of the STEM Connect Programme,said: “This major investment clearly demonstrates our commitment to fostering innovation and advancing research that has real-world impact The state-of-the-art infrastructure being provided will underpin the delivery of our pioneering education programmes We are looking forward to working with Kier to bring to life our vision for new Managing Director for Kier Construction Eastern & Midlands said: “We are thrilled to be named as the preferred lead contractor for this prestigious STEM Connect Programme at The University of Warwick This transformative project represents a significant investment in the University’s future and we look forward to bringing our experience of delivering world-class educational facilities to create a building that will enable and inspire collaboration Kier has extensive experience in delivering education projects having previously completed a state-of-the-art facility in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter for the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine This new facility serves as a hub for research reinforcing Kier’s commitment to creating cutting-edge learning environments supports the five objectives laid out in the University’s Excellence with Purpose 2030 strategy and will strengthen the regional economy by creating more than 1,500 construction-related jobs over the lifetime of the project The STEM Connect Programme forms the first phase of the wider programme Kier is due to commence construction when all enabling works have been completed later this year.ENDS Try not to let feelings of nostalgia and loss overshadow this There are many changes ahead and here at the University we understand these and are here to support students transition into University life Students will experience multiple changes in different aspects of their lives; practically from learning to live with new and diverse people to budgeting and cooking; on an academic level students will become independent learners and must exercise a huge amount of self-discipline; on a personal level students will have to expand their networks and make new friends Want to stay in touch? Find out how on our dedicated web pagesLink opens in a new window There is a wide range of support available to students and this page outlines the best place to seek help Students quickly become acquainted with our community safety team, these are the team who patrol campus and are available around the clock, they are students first port of call out of hours. For those in accommodation we have our Residential Community TeamLink opens in a new window they are here to help and support students in their transition from home to independence They offer signposting to internal and external services free events for residential students to attend and are available 24/7/365 You have been their problem solvers and their fixers whilst they’ve been growing up they now need to learn to do this for themselves Students need to learn how to fail well as much as they need to learn to achieve this helps them build the resilience they need to use their education to the maximum Students are welcomed to Warwick as adults Confidentiality belongs to them; we can’t share any of their information without their consent As a University we recognise that sometimes it’s useful to share information we encourage them to mobilise all their support networks we ask them for permission to liaise on their behalf students are often very willing to do that Try to resist doing wake up calls – allow students to make mistakes and learn themselves Try to resist calling their tutors – they are limited in what they can say to you If you have serious concerns, you can contact our Wellbeing Support at 0044 (0) 24 7657 5570 or email wellbeing@warwick.ac.uk who will usually try to make contact with your child The onus will be on the student to contact parents and staff will not generally get back in touch with parents directly you can contact our Community Safety team on the 24-hour telephone line: 0044 (0)24 7652 2083 but the University has teams that are ready and able to respond and we have a strategy focused on prevention as well as intervention wellbeing professionals are accessible without appointment on the same day Information on arriving to campus from long distances can be found here If you need overnight accommodation during the Campus Arrivals period Welcome Week or throughout the year when you visit your child we offer special rates on Bed and Breakfast accommodation at the University of Warwick using our promo code VISITUSBB to get the following special rates: Hope: The LEGO Suffragette is visiting The University of Warwick from 10 February until 28 February 2025 made from an impressive 32,327 LEGO bricks was originally created in 2018 and exhibited in the House of Commons to mark 100 years since (some) women got the right to vote Her visit to Warwick coincides with the University’s 60th Anniversary and commemorates 75 years since the election of the first female MP for Coventry As part of her stay in the Faculty of Arts building the History Department will be hosting a series of events raising awareness of local Votes for Women campaign stories and sparking diverse conversations about women’s voting and equal rights in Britain and across the globe today Project Co-ordinator LEGO Suffragette 2025 at The University of Warwick said: “Hope’s stay at Warwick enables the university to share and celebrate with local communities the fascinating stories of those who fought for women’s right to vote across the region in the past and be inspired by those who continue to campaign for gender and other forms of equality around the world today.” On 12 February pupils from Southfield Primary School and Earlsdon Primary School in Coventry spent the day at The University of Warwick joining in with a range of fun Suffragette themed activities as well as having the opportunity to get involved with banner making 13 February will see GCSE and A Level pupils visit from West Coventry Academy Hope will also provide the inspiration for Speakers Saturday hosted by the Department of History on Saturday 22 February The speakers will take attendees on a journey from the early twentieth century women's suffrage campaign in Warwickshire (Prof University of Glasgow); to newly discovered archives for Coventry’s first female MP 75 years since her 1950 election (Senior Archivist UK Parliament Expect talks on driving change for women’s equality and empowerment through education and technology University of Warwick) and reflections on women in politics and Q&A with keynote speaker Zarah Sultana Find out more about Hope: the LEGO Suffragette and to book a free place at Speakers Saturday visit the website For further information contact:Helen AnnettsMedia & Communications Officer (Press Office)Helen.Annetts@Warwick.ac.uk / 07779 026720 University of WarwickThe University of Warwick is one of the UK’s leading universities With over twenty-eight thousand students from 147 countries it's currently ranked 9th in the UK by The Guardian University Guide It has an acknowledged reputation for excellence in research and teaching The recent Research Excellence Framework classed 92% of its research as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ The University of Warwick was awarded Midlands University of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times The University of Warwick's School of Law has highlighted its deep connections with Africa through a series of impactful academic events in Nairobi that celebrated collaboration Marking the University’s 60th anniversary the School of Law hosted three interconnected events in Nairobi showcasing the transformational impact of Warwick's partnerships in Africa These events demonstrate the Warwick Africa Hub's dedication to building equitable partnerships through the exchange of knowledge Warwick’s School of Law partnered with the United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) for a public lecture that engaged over 100 students provided a platform for exploring legal and social justice topics relevant to the African and global context Assistant Professor of Law on “Law and Technology: Challenges for Global South Development in the Digital Age.” Professor of Law on “Older People or Older Women and Men on "Study Opportunities at the University of Warwick," highlighting the University’s commitment to supporting African students in higher education Professor Ann Stewart shared: “It was a great pleasure to have the opportunity to share my research on older women and men's rights in Africa and the challenges that ageing presents for policy makersin such a positive environment USIU offered us a wonderfully vibrant academic environment!” Special appreciation was extended to Terry Odhiambo member of staff at USIU and presently a Warwick PhD student for her instrumental role in organising the event Warwick joined forces with the University of Nairobi Faculty of Law to host a high-level hybrid workshop: “Law and Development Perspectives of Environmental Governance in Africa.” This workshop underscored the value of collaborative research in addressing Africa’s most urgent environmental and legal challenges International Liaison Lead for Africa and Africa Chair of BUILA said: “As an alumna of Warwick’s MA Public Policy it was both a joy and a privilege to take part in this workshop and engage with students at the University of Nairobi Events like this not only celebrate the academic partnership between our institutions but also create a global network of changemakers.” Warwick hosted a 2-day “Law in Development” Workshop in Nairobi attended by 35 scholars from across Eastern and Southern Africa with an emphasis on capacity building among early career researchers (ECRs) This initiative included:Day One: A dynamic academic workshop fostering dialogue between established and emerging scholars culminating in a public roundtable discussion featuring leading African judges and academicians.Day Two: A publication writing workshop led by journal editors supporting participants in crafting academic papers and impactful opinion pieces The workshop facilitated the further development of the African Judiciaries Research Network (AJRN) - a growing hub for collaborative scholarship on law and development in Africa It included sessions for Warwick alumni and offer holders which fostered networking and offered insights into opportunities at Warwick These events continue Warwick’s School of Law and the University’s commitment to inclusive education and research by supporting the development of Africa’s next generation of legal thinkers and public intellectuals paving the way for future collaborations and opportunities for students and scholars Africa is undergoing a remarkable period of economic and social transformation By deepening our understanding of our partners' priorities and development needs the Warwick Africa Hub is fostering collaborations based on principles of mutually beneficial engagement For more information about these initiatives or to explore study and research opportunities with Warwick, please visit the Warwick Africa Hub websiteLink opens in a new window The Warwick Africa Hub was established in 2022 to focus on advancing new research ideas unconstrained by disciplinary boundaries and innovative education initiatives Our ambition is for collaborations that extend beyond universities We have strong cross-cultural relationships with individuals and institutions across sub-Saharan Africa Our new collaborations are driving global change Researchers at The University of Warwick’s Warwick Venice Centre have restored a significant historical document that has been lost for more than 70 years.Unveiled on 10 December 2024 at a special event at the Venice State Archives the parchment provides an insightful testimony on the Venetian merchants who continued the journey of Marco Polo in Asia during the decade following his death.Stored at the Venice State Archives it details the travels investments and commercial enterprises of six Venetian nobles who embarked on another journey to the Sultanate of Delhi in 1338.Professor Luca Mola Director at the Warwick Venice Centre who rediscovered the document said: “The parchment is a unique window into the active trade routes that brought East and West together in the 13-15thcenturies and which have had a permanent impact on our respective worlds and the way we live our lives today”.Dr Mola added: “It is exciting to analyse in detail such a rich testimony of the connections between Europe and Asia taking place just a few years after the death of the great merchant It is also a starting point and a source of inspiration for conducting new research that will enrich our knowledge of a period in history when cross-continental connections were based on the exchange of goods and know-how with reciprocal benefits.”The parchment also reveals how explorative expeditions were financed in the 14thcentury by small donations It reveals how women as well as men donated offering a unique perspective that challenges the usual history told of powerful men and institutions.The parchment is also the earliest proof that a major new European invention of the time – the mechanical clock – was brought to Asia.Professor Andrea Erboso Director of Venice State Archives said: “The collaboration with the University of Warwick is hugely important we share a common aim to preserve and restore documents for future generations Every time you spotlight a document you find something new Through taking Marco Polo as a starting point and restoring this particular parchment we enlarge our point of view significantly We are able to explore and discover the lives of merchants travelling around Europe and Asia in the middle ages discovering more secrets and broadening our knowledge.”Professor Michael Scott Pro Vice Chancellor (International) added: “Warwick is immensely proud to work with its Venetian partners to bring this parchment back to life and preserve it for the future vibrancy and opportunities of global trade today but also – in our involvement in its restoration and investigation – the critical role of universities in facilitating global cultural exchange collaboration and understanding in the 21stcentury.”The historic parchment was restored by professional restorer The project was undertaken as part of the University’s Marco Polo International Programme researchers and local communities from Warwick and 35 other global institutions together in a series of events research projects and educational initiatives designed to highlight the power impact and importance of cultural exchange and engagement in the past and in the present The University of Warwick is also a member of the EUTOPIA alliance innovative and inclusive higher education in Europe The mission of EUTOPIA is to build a unique and daring alliance of transformative and engaged institutions There is already a close partnership with Ca’ Foscari (University of Venice) and the Warwick Venice Centre further strengthens the University's international education and research work.ENDS For further information contact:Helen AnnettsMedia & Communications Officer (Press Office)Helen.Annetts@Warwick.ac.uk/ 07779 026720 About the Warwick Venice Centre and Marco Polo International ProgrammeIn 2024 the year marking the 700th anniversary of the death of Marco Polo the University of Warwick is proud to partner with 36 global institutions to launch the Marco Polo International Programme.The Programme brings together researchers in collaboration with many of our University partners around the globe to push forward the boundaries of scholarship discovery and engagement not just about Marco Polo but also in relation to a number of explorers which have criss-crossed different parts of the world through time The Programme as a result champions the power importance and impact of cultural interaction engagement and discovery- both in the past and in the present – and underlines Warwick’s ongoing commitment to creating connections across cultures and across the globe.The University of Warwick also hosts a new home in the heart of historic Venice researchers and partners from all over the world.Overlooking the Grand Canal the space within the Palazzo Giustinian Lolin building is used as an all-year round centre for seminars it's currently ranked 9thin the UK by The Guardian University Guide University of Warwick astronomers have discovered an extremely rare compact binary star system only ~150 light years away These two stars are on a collision course to explode as a type 1a supernova appearing 10 times brighter than the moon in the night sky Type 1a supernovae are a special class of cosmic explosion famously used as ‘standard candles’ to measure distances between Earth and their host galaxies They occur when a white dwarf (the dense remnant core of a star) accumulates too much mass It has long been theoretically predicted that two orbiting white dwarfs are the cause of most type 1a supernova explosions the heavier white dwarf of the pair gradually accumulates material from its partner which leads to that star (or both stars) exploding This discovery, published today in Nature Astronomy has not only found such a system for the first time but has found a compact white dwarf pair right on our doorstep in the Milky Way James Munday PhD researcher at Warwick and leader of the investigation said “For years a local and massive double white dwarf binary has been anticipated so when I first spotted this system with a very high total mass on our Galactic doorstep “With an international team of astronomers we immediately chased this system on some of the biggest optical telescopes in the world to determine exactly how compact it is “Discovering that the two stars are separated by just 1/60th of the Earth-Sun distance I quickly realised that we had discovered the first double white dwarf binary that will undoubtedly lead to a type 1a supernova on a timescale close to the age of the universe we as a community can now account for a few per cent of the rate of type 1a supernovae across the Milky Way with certainty.” James’s new system is the heaviest of its type ever confirmed with a combined mass of 1.56 times that of the Sun The explosion is not due for another 23 billion years and despite being so close to our solar system this supernova will not endanger our planet the white dwarfs are leisurely spiralling around each other in an orbit taking longer than 14 hours gravitational wave radiation will cause the two stars to inspiral until they will be moving so fast that they complete an orbit in a mere 30 – 40 seconds Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Here is a link to the video instead Dr. Ingrid Pelisoli Assistant Professor at The University of Warwick and third author added: “This is very significant discovery Finding such a system on our galactic doorstep is an indication that they must be relatively common otherwise we would have needed to look much further away “Finding this system is not the end of the story though our survey searching for type 1a supernova progenitors is still ongoing and we expect more exciting discoveries in the future Little by little we are getting closer to solving the mystery of the origin of type 1a explosions.” mass will transfer from one dwarf to the other resulting in in a rare and complex supernova explosion through a quadruple detonation The surface of the mass-gaining dwarf detonates where it is accumulating material first causing the process to repeat for a third and fourth detonation The explosions will completely destroy the entire system with energy levels a thousand trillion trillion times that of the most powerful nuclear bomb this supernova will appear as a very intense point of light in the night sky It will make some of the brightest objects look faint in comparison appearing up to ten-times brighter than the moon and 200,000 times brighter than Jupiter More details can be found in the full Nature Astronomy publication: DOI: 10.1038/s41550-025-02528-4 University of Warwick press office contact: Matt Higgs – Media & Communications Officer (Sciences) Matt.Higgs@warwick.ac.uk | +44 (0) 7880175403 General and out of hours press office number +44 (0)7392 125605 (please call as emails are not checked out of office hours) James Munday was supported by funding from a Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) studentship Ingrid Pelisoli acknowledges support from The Royal Society through a University Research Fellowship (URF/R1/231496) Artist’s impression available to download here Images are free for use if used in direct connection with this story but image copyright and credit must be ‘University of Warwick/Mark Garlick’ Caption: A digital illustration of the immense explosion of this double white dwarf binary star system we capture the binary in the moment where the first white dwarf has just exploded hurtling material towards its nearby companion which is on the cusp of explosion too This event will occur in about 23 billion years yet in only 4 seconds do both stars explode (Credit: University of Warwick/Mark Garlick) Animation available to download here. Animation is free to use but full credit must be attributed to ‘Dr. Ruediger Pakmor About Warwick’s Astronomy and Astrophysics Group: MILL SPRING, N.C. – Christopher Warwick of the Adrian College equestrian team competed in the AQHA Individual Level II Horsemanship event at the IHSA National Championship on Sunday Warwick earned his spot at Nationals earlier in the season through strong performances Warwick delivered a solid ride and finished in 8th place overall Adding to his comfort and confidence in the arena he was randomly paired with Adrian's own horse Congratulations to Christopher on a successful season The Adrian College equestrian team will return to competition in the 2025–26 season Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here The University of Warwick is hosting the UK’s first 1.2 GHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) magnet which has been funded by a £17 million UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) grant has been craned into a purpose-built new facility on 15th February The 10-tonne magnet is one of under 15 of its kind Operating in a similar way to an MRI machine it will enable researchers to analyse solid structures at an atomic level with significantly greater precision than current NMR technology available in the UK The magnet will support a wide range of research disciplines including pharmaceuticals The University of Warwick’s high-field NMR instruments are already used by over 25 UK universities and industry partners will undergo a rigorous testing period before being made available to researchers later this year The new facility is being constructed by Coventry-headquartered contractor Deeley Construction with support from Quantem as PM academic lead for the project at The University of Warwick said: “The new NMR magnet is 20% stronger than the current biggest NMR magnets in the UK and will much improve the clarity with which we can analyse solid structures down to their atomic level “As one of less than 15 similar magnets in the world it continues to put the UK at the forefront of research and innovation in areas such as pharmaceuticals and energy “Backed by a multi-year grant from UK Research and Innovation we’ll be working closely with our partners from a range of UK universities and the private sector to ensure the investment has meaningful real-world impact.” Head of Programme for Research Infrastructure at EPSRC said: “The world’s most powerful NMR magnets play a crucial role in various aspects of our daily lives and technological advancements This is an exciting new investment from the UKRI Infrastructure Fund that will be of great benefit to UK scientific researchers across multiple disciplines It will maintain the UK as one of the global pioneers of NMR research.” Contact us: University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, UK Tel: +44(0)24 7652 3523 Fax: +44 (0)24 7646 1606 Creative Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the West Midlands are being offered grants of up to £10,000 to bring innovative ideas to life as part of the newly launched CreaTech Frontiers creative industries cluster which is jointly-funded by education charity IntoUniversity The University of Warwick and University College Birmingham celebrated an opening event at its centre at The Pump on Kitt's Green Rd A brand-new poetry collection inspired by groundbreaking research at The University of Warwick has been launched as part of the University’s 60th celebrations one of the UK’s most prestigious – and fiercely contested – quiz competitions Assistant Professor of Chemistry at The University of Warwick has been named as the winner of the 2025 British Science Association’s (BSA) Physical Sciences and Mathematics Award Lecture With the dramatic increase in the collection of health data in recent years health apps have been promoted as offering huge advances in the health of people in the Global South but they also pose risks to privacy and ultimately to health outcomes The project team will evaluate the data protection regimes and engage with key stakeholders in Kenya to establish the extent to which they protect their citizens’ health data especially in cross-border Health activities The interdisciplinary project led by Professor Sharifah Sekalala Professor Bitange Ndemo and Professor Pamela Andanda seeks to analyse the regulation of health apps in Sub Saharan Africa in Uganda the project aims to bring together various stakeholders to empirically investigate how health apps are operating in practice whether new forms of regulation are adequate in responding to potential problems how different stakeholders perceive the regulatory framework and how we can create better regulatory frameworks Learn more about the project A socio-legal critique of the commercialization of digital health in Sub-Saharan Africa Pamela Andanda published a paper in Policy Studies critiquing the commercialisation of digital health in Sub-Saharan Africa The paper is developed through a comparative analysis of legal and policy landscapes in Kenya Read moreLink opens in a new window Tel: +44 (0)24 7652 3075Email: law dot xo at warwick dot ac dot ukSchool of Law Warwickshire County Council is permitting several more essential utility roadworks to take place on the highways network around Warwick and Leamington Spa next week They are being timed to coincide with an expected reduction in traffic due to the half-term school holidays Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder for Transport and Planning “We have chosen this time because the roads are expected to be quieter during the school holidays minimising disruption to residents’ daily commutes and ensuring the safety of both workers and drivers “We appreciate Warwickshire residents’ understanding and patience as our utility infrastructure is improved.” To stay abreast of the latest roadworks in Warwickshire, residents are encouraged to access One Network for the most up-to-date information, whether they are in progress now or planned for the future. Go to https://uk.one.network/ and create your own account to receive alerts from your set zone Warwick Women in Economics and Rethink Economics are pleased to be hosting the second edition of our annual event - Economics Policy Talks We invite you to join us for a panel discussion followed by an opportunity to engage with our panellists at a drinks reception after the event Date: Wednesday 30 October 2024Time: 4.00 - 5.45pm (UK Time)Location: R0.21 We have invited a panel of experts to discuss ways through which financial markets can help the global economy stride closer to net zero emissions The discussion will be centred around the feasibility of using different policies regulatory frameworks and financial instruments with the end goal of speeding up the energy transformation Panellists will explore the most viable tools at the disposal of governments and financial institutions that can assist in allocating appropriate resources into decarbonisation and building a more resilient economy in the long run There will be an opportunity for you to engage with the event by submitting a question at registration stage This will help us in finding out what your concerns/thoughts are on how financial markets can be utilised as a means of promoting a more sustainable global economy There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions at the event itself during the Q&A session The discussion will be moderated and chaired by current economics students: Dyllan Samejeu is an Economics student from Colchester He is the President of Warwick Economics Society and is committed to engaging in insightful discussions about the world of finance Dyllan has made the effort to research initiatives and examples to further understand the trajectory of its influence on the industry Zahraa Kola is an Economics student from Walsall She serves as Secretary and Welfare Officer for the Warwick Women in Economics Society Zahraa is deeply committed to sustainable finance with a strong academic focus on this rapidly evolving field and is dedicated to driving positive change within the industry Mariano de las Casas is an EPAIS student from Lima He serves as the coordinator of the Press & Communications team at the Warwick Economics Summit With an academic interest in development economics and finance Mariano is passionate about understanding global economic challenges Participants will also have the opportunity to put their own questions to the panel Hayley is an Associate Professor from Warwick Business School (WBS) whose work focuses on the creation and management of social value and social impact She has worked closely with the Canadian and UK governments and other OECD countries Hayley has also had her work published in the Journal of Business Ethics Business Administration and Management from the Prince Edward Island University and a PhD in Social Performance Measurement and Management from WBS Askhat is a senior climate reporter at Bloomberg News and hosts the organisation’s Green podcast series his book ‘Climate Capitalism’ has been named one of the best books in 2024 by both The Times and The Economic Times; this is also the subject of his TED Talk: ‘Capitalism broke the climate Akshat was a senior reporter at Quartz and a science editor at The Conversation Akshat also holds a BTech in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology and a DPhil in Organic Chemistry from Oxford Richard is the Chief Sustainability Officer at CPP Investments and oversees the implementation of this organisation’s sustainable strategy and net-zero commitments Other positions include Chair Emeritus of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and a member of the UK’s Transition Plan Taskforce Delivery Group acting as the Global Head of Thematic Equity and ESG Research Richard also holds a BA in European Business Administration from the ICADE. 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