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“A consonant please, Rafiki!” Primate Countdown, the ancient shift from vowels to consonants
Experts from the University of Warwick have found that the shift from dense forests to open plains during the Miocene Era might have prompted humans' ancient ancestors to change their vocal calls. This change, observed in modern orangutan calls, indicates a transition from vowel-based to consonant-based sounds, possibly linked to the evolution of early human communication.
Warwick Agri-Tech ploughs the future of farming and forestry with robotics
The University of Warwick announces Warwick Agri-Tech to help the future of farming with automation – addressing issues such as labour shortages, food insecurity and loss of biodiversity.
Christmas Potatoes: Mash vs Roast
As the festive season approaches, the debate of Mash vs Roast potatoes takes centre stage in the culinary conversations of Christmas dinner enthusiasts. The University of Warwick weighs in on this perennial debate, delving into the historical significance of the potato and offering an expert opinion from food historian and professor Rebecca Earle.
Life-changing technology will be rolled out to people with type 1 diabetes
Thousands of people with type 1 diabetes could be offered wearable technology to help them manage their condition.
The University of Warwick opens its science labs to support students from Aylesford School, Warwick
The University of Warwick has opened its science labs for A-Level students from Aylesford School, Warwick who have been affected by asbestos.
“Unclear” whether opioids are effective at treating cancer pain
The world’s largest review on opioid medicines for cancer pain has found it is unclear whether some commonly used opioid medicines are better than a placebo and suggests that non-opioid medicines, including aspirin, may be as effective as opioids.