Press releases March 2007
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Praise for 'continuous improvement'
The University of East Anglia has been Highly Commended in an awards scheme that recognises innovative sustainable actions by universities and colleges across the UK. Read more
Fri, 30 Mar 2007
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Pharmacy school praised
The pharmacy degree (MPharm) at the University of East Anglia's School of Chemical Sciences and Pharmacy has been given full accreditation status, making it the first new school of pharmacy to be accredited in the UK for more than 30 years. Read more
Fri, 30 Mar 2007
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A stroke of genius
How can you express your feelings when words fail you? For Norfolk stroke survivor Peter Eccleshare the answer was to pick up a brush and paint. Read more
Tue, 27 Mar 2007
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Hands-on science - on the move
Children and adults across Norfolk will get the chance to experience hands-on science through a new project being run by the University of East Anglia. Read more
Tue, 27 Mar 2007
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Children as Decision Makers
Children from two Norfolk schools are to take part in an international seminar this month about their role as decision makers. Read more
Fri, 23 Mar 2007
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Twin science festivals at UEA
A regular fixture in the region's schools calendar has proved so popular that this year it will be staged twice. The Salters' Festival of Chemistry at the University of East Anglia attracts pupils from across Norfolk and Suffolk for a fun-filled day of chemistry. Read more
Fri, 23 Mar 2007
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Strong start for early years training at UEA
New courses for the early years sector have got off to a flying start, and now the University of East Anglia is recruiting more students with an information day next week at Norwich City College. Read more
Thu, 22 Mar 2007
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Analyse this!
Teenagers from across the region will have their powers of analysis put to the test this week at the University of East Anglia. Read more
Tue, 20 Mar 2007
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The instrumental role of pop stars in world affairs
Celebrity pop stars such as Sir Bob Geldof and U2's Bono are found to be increasingly accepted as world authorities on complex causes such as debt relief in Africa, and accorded respect as international statesmen. As a result, they can have a significant influence over the economic and political relationships between the developed and developing world, according to a new report by the University of East Anglia. Read more
Mon, 19 Mar 2007
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Green Motor Show for a Green City
A selection of the latest 'green' cars will be showcased this month as part of a series of events with an environmental theme. Read more
Thu, 15 Mar 2007
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Wikipedia project aims to improve skills
Students at the University of East Anglia are being encouraged to improve their research and writing skills by editing the popular online encyclopedia Wikipedia. Read more
Wed, 7 Mar 2007
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Experiencing a day in the life of a healthcare student
Norfolk teenagers interested in careers in the health or social services are spending a day at the University of East Anglia to find out about the diverse range of degree courses on offer. Read more
Wed, 7 Mar 2007
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Nostalgia under the microscope
A consultant to the pharmaceutical industry is being re-united with his old University of East Anglia microscope to mark the opening of state-of-the-art new teaching labs. Read more
Wed, 7 Mar 2007
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Climate change seminars
The ongoing debate on climate change continues with the second in a series of seminars presented by the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, based at the University of East Anglia's world-renowned School of Environmental Sciences, and the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Read more
Fri, 2 Mar 2007
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Early life growth spurts protect against bad cholesterol
Tall toddlers and rapidly growing teens are likely to find themselves with lower cholesterol, particularly the "bad" type, in later life, suggests research in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. Read more
Thu, 1 Mar 2007
