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Change by exchange: The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

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A group of smiling young people are standing in a circle with their hands stretched out and all resting one on another in the middle of the circle. Research Outreach spoke to Kai Sicks about the DAAD and the work of the organisation to provide opportunities for change through exchange programmes, funding, and other support.

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a large German education agency with global perspectives aimed at spreading the value of ‘exchange’ across borders and cultures through diverse, funded research […]

The Leverhulme Trust: Funding for the future

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Research Outreach speaks to Anna Vignoles, Director of The Leverhulme Trust, about blue skies research and UK university funding.

‘Blue skies’ research is inherently risky as the value and indeed real-world application of research projects cannot be guaranteed. Yet, this type of curiosity-driven research plays an important role, not […]

Mechanochemistry: A new route to sustainable polymer recycling

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Junpeng Wang investigates how mechanochemistry and chemical unlocking can be used in combination to prepare degradable polymers that are otherwise too challenging to synthesise using standard synthetic routes.

Plastics and rubbers are some of the most important materials in advanced societies, and hundreds of millions of tonnes are produced every year. Devising efficient and cost-effective ways to recycle […]

More than intention: Towards better collaboration within mental healthcare

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The research team analysed the level of vertical collaboration between different sustainable partnerships between stakeholders in the mental healthcare system to optimise care for people with (mental) health issues.

The Netherlands prides itself on its commitment to caring for citizens with mental health issues, as well as having a first-rate healthcare system. However, that system has come under considerable […]

The British Science Association: An all-new community-led research landscape

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The British Science Association focuses on building an all-new community-led research landscape and inspiring science engagement for all.

The British Science Association (BSA) promotes the development of community-led research projects, interactive and inspiring science engagement, and effective science communication for all. While research in the sciences has often […]

The human vomeronasal organ: To preserve or not?

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Bruintjes and Bleys investigate the function of the vomeronasal organ (VNO) in the human nasal septum and conclude whether the VNO must be preserved during septal surgery.

There is an ongoing debate among scientists regarding the significance of the vomeronasal organ (VNO), a small defined area of uncertain function inside the nose in humans. During nasal surgery, […]

From mice to men: Will we soon be able to restore hearing loss?

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Brandon Cox investigates regenerated hair cells in the neonatal cochlea of mice.

Globally, hearing impairment is a common disability – especially among elderly adults. Hearing loss caused by damaged sensory receptor cells (hair cells) inside the ear cannot be reversed – and […]

Anamorphic cryptography: How can we ensure private communication?

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Professor Moti Yung conceptualised anamorphic cryptography, a form of encryption that is secure even when keys are known to the adversary.

Cryptosystems have been developed to send secure messages with the assumption that the receiver’s key – what the intended recipient needs to read the message – is secure from adversaries. […]

Urban Drone Operation: How wind in cities could affect air taxis of the future

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Dr Abdulghani Mohamed studies gusts encountered by flying vehicles such as drones or air taxis in proximity to buildings.

In cities, many companies are now considering urban air mobility vehicles, from drones for parcel delivery to air taxis for travel. However, gusts of air, especially around buildings, can create […]

Pedigree work: A case study for the Center for Canine Behavior Studies

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The Center for Canine Behavior Studies (CCBS) is a non-profit organisation that aims to improve the welfare of dogs through research, education, and advocacy. Founded in 2012, the organisation has […]