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Discovery of giant planet orbiting tiny star challenges theories on planet formation

The University of Warwick and UCL astronomers, as part of a global collaboration including partners in Chile, USA and Europe, have discovered the smallest known star to host a transiting giant planet, which should not exist under leading planet formation theories.

 

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Warwick chemistry professor honoured with prestigious international award

Professor Julie Macpherson, Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick has been awarded the 2025 Advances in Measurement Science Lectureship Award for her outstanding contributions to electrochemical analysis and BDD sensors.

West Midlands small businesses encouraged to apply for research and development grants

A £250,000 research and development funding pot is open to applications by creative freelancers and businesses.

University of Warwick announces five ERC Advanced Grant Winners for 2025

The European Research Council has awarded five ERC Advanced Grants to The University of Warwick, the third most of any UK institution.

Warwick-led study announces first dedicated measurement of Z boson mass

Analysis led by Warwick physicists, as part of the LHCb experiment, reports a new measurement of the mass of the Z boson, displaying the Large Hadron Collider’s growing role in precision physics.

Resonate Festival returns with a day of hands-on arts, performance and discovery

The University of Warwick welcomed the community to campus on Saturday 31 May for a day of hands-on exploration, creativity and performance at the Resonate Festival of Arts and Culture.

Social Sciences Connect Programme: pioneering interdisciplinary solutions for today's societal challenges

The University of Warwick has today unveiled plans to enhance its Social Sciences offering as part of its Connect Programme.

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Beauchamp, Kat

Kat Beauchamp

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Communications Manager (Media Relations)

Manages the Press Team and any external media relating to International and Strategic Projects. Get in touch about how our team can help you, media training, and broadcast media.

Mon - Fri (on campus Mon - Tue)

07880 175 408

Tags: Department: Press Office, Team: Communications, Training: BBI

Baylis, Ann

Ann Baylis

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Media & Communications Officer

Shining a media spotlight on Arts & Humanities, amplifying our achievements to a global audience.

All things rural! Married to a farmer. Keeps horses & dogs. Super-keen gardener. Likes making stuff.

Mon - Fri (on campus Mon-Tue)

07876 876 937

Tags: Department: Communications, Department: Press Office, Team: Communications

Higgs, Matt

Matt Higgs

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Media & Communications Officer (Science)

Working with our scientists and STEM faculty, I amplify Warwick’s science stories in the media, showcasing the university as a place of innovation and discovery.

Things I love: Hiking, Dogs, Books (fiction and non-fiction), Films, Exercising

Mon - Fri (on campus Mon-Tue)

07880 175 403

Tags: Department: Press Office, Team: Communications

Connell, Steve

Stevie Connoll

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Media & Communications Officer

At Warwick, I help share the stories that bring our University to life, focusing on regional connections, building our brand, and showcasing why campus is such a great place to be.

Outside of work, I’m a busy mum who loves the gym, Grey’s Anatomy re-runs, and a big jar of Nutella!

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07824 540 791

Tags: Department: Press Office, Networks: Culture Club, Team: Communications

Barker, Dom

Dom Barker

Dom Barker

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Media & Communications Officer

Dom handles press relations for politics, law, and economics, as well as corporate matters.

I'm interested in US politics (think The West Wing), and play table tennis as often as possible!

Mon - Fri (on campus Mon - Tue)

07824 540 727

Tags: Department: Press Office