Press Releases
Islamic Education research network launched at the University of Warwick
Researchers, practitioners and scholars in the field of Islamic education have launched a new international research network, under the umbrella of the Warwick Islamic Education Project, to share ideas and develop best practice in teaching Islam.
Scientists create endocytosis on demand by ‘hotwiring’ cells
A solution to the problem of creating endocytosis on demand is being compared to ‘hotwiring’ a car. A team at Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, has managed to trigger clathrin-mediated endocytosis in the lab.
Very light rail plans for Coventry move forward
Plans for a very light rail service in Coventry moved a step closer today, with researchers from WMG, at the University of Warwick, unveiling early vehicle concept designs to representatives from Coventry City Council.
Work experience, contacts and confidence needed to secure fulfilling employment
A new study led by the University of Warwick raises concerns that employment and career development opportunities for young people are becoming polarised between those with the resources to access secure, fulfilling employment and those on the path to precarious and unpredictable working lives with poor prospects.
Trial aims to reduce serious complications caused by delivery of bigger babies
A nationwide study of 4,000 pregnant women is to determine if delivering bigger babies earlier will prevent serious complications during labour and beyond.
The clinical trial, led by a partnership between University of Warwick, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust and the Perinatal Institute, will help decide if inducing an earlier birth is preferable to pregnancies going full-term and reduce complications.
Brain cells that control appetite identified for first time
Dieting could be revolutionised, thanks to the ground-breaking discovery by the University of Warwick of the key brain cells which control our appetite.