Press Releases April 2010
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UEA launches climate change collaboration with top Chinese university
Fudan University in Shanghai is launching a Chinese hub of the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research in a significant and long-lasting partnership with the University of East Anglia. Read more
Fri, 30 Apr 2010
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Animals' right to privacy infringed by documentary makers
Wildlife documentary makers are denying animals a right to privacy, according to new research. Read more
Thu, 29 Apr 2010
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Film director visits Norwich
Acclaimed film director and producer Doris Dörrie is visiting Norwich as part of a series of events on the theme of Japan in German cinema. Read more
Wed, 28 Apr 2010
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Art curators "need to get out more"
Those responsible for building public collections of modern and contemporary art in the UK suffer from "tunnel-vision" and need to "get out more", according to the former director of The Art Fund. Read more
Wed, 28 Apr 2010
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Christianity in the media
One of the world's leading historians will discuss the writing of his history of Christianity for different media when he gives a public lecture at the University of East Anglia on May 4. Read more
Tue, 27 Apr 2010
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Scientists discover final piece in phytate jigsaw
A team of scientists in Spain and the UK have identified the final piece in the jigsaw of how phytate is produced in plants. Read more
Mon, 26 Apr 2010
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New centre tackles global food challenge
The huge global challenges of future food security, sustainable agriculture and innovative agricultural training and education will be tackled by a new centre in Norwich incorporating expertise from the University of East Anglia, its Norwich Research partners and other research institutes, Easton College and from the food and agriculture industry. Read more
Sat, 24 Apr 2010
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Melissa shines at International Student Awards
A University of East Anglia student from Burkina Faso in Africa has won the British Council's International Student Awards 2010, known as Shine! Read more
Fri, 23 Apr 2010
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Hamlet fish sheds light on evolution
To evolve or not to evolve? That is the question scientists are closer to answering following a groundbreaking new study into the colourful hamlet fish. Read more
Fri, 23 Apr 2010
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Open evening for business courses
The University of East Anglia will be holding an open evening to highlight Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses available in its Norwich Business School (NBS). Read more
Thu, 22 Apr 2010
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Photography competition launches
The Learning Shop has launched a photography competition to capture 'learning' as part of Adult Learners Week. Read more
Wed, 21 Apr 2010
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Find out about a career in teaching
The University of East Anglia will host two events this month for anyone interested in finding out more about a career in teaching. Read more
Wed, 21 Apr 2010
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Literary festival update – new date for Simon Armitage
Poet Simon Armitage will now be appearing at the University of East Anglia's spring literary festival on Wednesday June 9, instead of May 19. Read more
Tue, 20 Apr 2010
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Event to help Norfolk’s Graduates
A special event to show final year students and graduates what local employers have to offer will be taking place at the University of East Anglia on April 29. Read more
Tue, 20 Apr 2010
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Local projects benefit from £47,000 CUE East funding
Community University Engagement (CUE) East is giving a £47,000 boost to local initiatives through a new public engagement project run by the University of East Anglia. Read more
Tue, 20 Apr 2010
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Event aimed at future brand leaders
An open evening is being held at the University of East Anglia on April 26 for anyone interested in the world's first programme in brand leadership. Read more
Mon, 19 Apr 2010
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New translation centre for London Book Fair
The British Centre for Literary Translation (BCLT) at the University of East Anglia has helped to establish a new centre at the 2010 London Book Fair, taking place this month. Read more
Fri, 16 Apr 2010
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Prestigious award for international student
A University of East Anglia student from Burkina Faso in Africa has been chosen as the regional winner in the British Council’s International Student Awards 2010. Read more
Thu, 15 Apr 2010
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Reels of History
The fascinating relationship between film, cinema and history will be celebrated with a new series of film screenings in Norwich. Read more
Thu, 15 Apr 2010
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Research opportunities in Social Work and Psychology
The University of East Anglia will host an open evening on April 21 for anyone interested in developing their child and family research skills. Read more
Wed, 14 Apr 2010
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Straight Outta Uttoxeter: studying Shane Meadows
The work of acclaimed British film-maker Shane Meadows will come under the academic spotlight this week with a conference at the University of East Anglia. Read more
Tue, 13 Apr 2010
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Open sessions for university’s midwifery course
The University of East Anglia will be running open sessions for adult nurses interested in becoming midwives. Read more
Tue, 13 Apr 2010
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Free public lecture on climate change
A free public lecture about how climate change is affecting the Antarctic will take place at the University of East Anglia on Monday, April 19. Read more
Fri, 9 Apr 2010
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East Anglia and its North Sea world
The relationship between East Anglia and its North Sea world will be explored during a major international conference at the University of East Anglia and a public exhibition. Read more
Fri, 9 Apr 2010
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The Morley Consort of Voices
A new musical ensemble named after one of the most prolific and versatile composers of his generation will give its first public concert in Norwich this month. Read more
Thu, 8 Apr 2010
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New evidence on co-prescribing for heart and stroke patients
New research by the University of East Anglia (UEA) shows no risk in combining two commonly-prescribed treatments for patients at risk of heart attacks and strokes. Read more
Thu, 8 Apr 2010
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Can alternative currencies help create more sustainable local economies?
A new research project to be carried out at the University of East Anglia will investigate whether alternative currencies can support a transition to more sustainable local economies. Read more
Thu, 8 Apr 2010
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Spotlight on America
More than 200 visitors from 20 countries will be visiting the University of East Anglia this week for the annual British Association for American Studies Conference (BAAS). Read more
Wed, 7 Apr 2010
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New discovery is a significant boost to cancer research
A team of scientists led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) has discovered a brand new group of molecules which could help fight the spread of cancer and other diseases. Read more
Sun, 4 Apr 2010
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Breast cancer screening programme should give higher importance to younger women
Screening younger women for breast cancer is fairer and makes sound economic sense, according to new research by the University of East Anglia (UEA). Read more
Fri, 2 Apr 2010
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Call for public inquiry into the right to protest
A major public inquiry is needed on the right to protest in light of increasing attempts to restrict liberty in Britain, according to an academic at the University of East Anglia. Read more
Thu, 1 Apr 2010
