ARU features strongly in nursing awards shortlist
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and three of its healthcare students have been named as finalists at the Student Nursing Times Awards 2020.
Emerging children’s book talent goes on display
Artwork by some of the rising stars of world children’s book illustration will go on show in Cambridge this week, when the annual MA Children’s Book exhibition opens to the public at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
Study reveals global breast size dissatisfaction
A new global study has found that the majority of women are unhappy with the size of their breasts – a finding that has important public health implications.
Book advocates embracing human extinction
An important new book challenging how we view the human race, and the future of humanity on Earth, will be launched in Cambridge tomorrow (Wednesday 5 February).
Award-winning journalist examines Ruskin legacy
An award-winning Financial Times journalist will examine the legacy and lessons of the work of the controversial Victorian thinker John Ruskin, in a free talk held at the university that took his name.
Newspaper ‘hierarchy’ of injury glamorises war
British newspapers are routinely glamorising combat by creating a moral separation between combat and non-combat injuries, according to new research published in the journal 'Media, War and Conflict'.
Eating disorders are linked to exercise addiction
New research shows that exercise addiction is nearly four times more common among people with an eating disorder.
Uncovering lost stories of refugees in East Anglia
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has received a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant of £54,600 to investigate the lost histories of child refugees who sought sanctuary in East Anglia during the Spanish Civil War.
‘One stop’ site for people in need of legal help
A new website aims to simplify the way people in need of legal help for family issues navigate the court system.
Most people in the East aren’t in their ‘job for life’
A new survey commissioned by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has revealed that only 47% of people in East Anglia would consider themselves in a “job for life”, placing them 11th out of 12 regions surveyed.
Sleep linked to language skills in neurodevelopmental disorders
New research has discovered that Down’s syndrome, Fragile X syndrome and Williams syndrome are all linked to sleep disruption in very young children, and that sleep plays a crucial role in the development of these children’s language skills.
ARU research project looks at abuse of parents
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is carrying out the first study of its kind in England and Wales into the abuse of parents by their adult children.
‘Real’ rape stereotype may affect child rape trials
New research has found that two factors – an outdoor location and the presence of a weapon – have a significant bearing on the verdict of juries in cases of child stranger rape.
Food textures affect perceptions of healthiness
New research has demonstrated how food producers could change the surface texture of products to change people’s perceptions and promote healthy eating.
School environments can exacerbate trauma of bullying
A variety of factors, including large class sizes, intimidating school environments, and time pressures on teachers are factors in children self-excluding from school, according to new research by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
Blue plaque celebrates Dame Leah Manning
Education pioneer and MP Dame Leah Manning will be remembered at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) in Cambridge on Wednesday 15 January as people come together to celebrate a new blue plaque in her honour.
Magazine features Research and Innovation Highlights from ARU
Browse Anglia Ruskin University's (ARU's) latest Research and Innovation Highlights magazine and find out about some of the university's latest pieces of reseach.
Five surprising facts about the history of Christmas
A children’s book expert has unearthed a host of fascinating facts about the history of our seasonal celebrations while researching his latest work.
'This is why binge-watching is no longer in fashion'
A leading TV academic believes binge-watching has now finally fallen out of fashion.
New app will open eyes to vision issues in babies
An app that helps student midwives detect rare eye conditions in newborns has been developed by a lecturer at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
Poor sight causes people to overstep the mark
Visually-impaired people risk falling by stepping higher and more slowly over objects, says a new study.
Study sheds light on UK’s ‘overlooked’ bee species
The UK’s first citizen science project focusing on solitary, ground-nesting bees has revealed that they nest in a far broader range of habitats than previously thought.
‘Time to focus on threat of near-term collapses’
Leading experts are calling for a major shift in the way climate change is discussed because “the science of global warming has failed spectacularly to emotionally connect with much of society”.
Exhibition aims to change perceptions of Africa
A powerful photography exhibition that promises to change people’s perceptions of the African continent will open in Cambridge in January.
ARU wins prize for mobile app to assist student nurses on placements
An app that has been instrumental in helping more student nurses complete their course has won a national award.