Year: 2018

Chris Packham on University Life with Autism

Following on from Chris Packham’s BAFTA nominated Asperger’s and Me, the naturalist, photographer, television presenter and author has made a series of 5 videos sharing his experiences and tips for life at university for students with Aspergers or autism.   As a visiting professor at the University, it is hoped that the videos will offer support and advice not…Continue Reading Chris Packham on University Life with Autism

Online Bystander Intervention Module Available to All Students

The University has recently launched the ‘NoMore’ module for all students, which provides information on the nature and scale of sexual misconduct within student communities, how to recognise behaviours which may contribute to or constitute sexual misconduct, and how to be an active bystander. The module also gives advice on how to support a friend…Continue Reading Online Bystander Intervention Module Available to All Students

First Proton Imaging System to be Installed in UK’s New NHS High Energy Proton Beam Therapy Centre

Better treatment planning and monitoring for difficult to treat cancers could be on the horizon thanks to a new medical imaging system which uses proton beams to create 3D images of the internal anatomy of cancer patients. …Continue Reading First Proton Imaging System to be Installed in UK’s New NHS High Energy Proton Beam Therapy Centre