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September 22, 2026

England is rainy again. So why is it still in drought?

Lucy Clarke, Associate Professor of Environmental Resliience, Department of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University

After one of the driest periods in recent memory, rain has finally returned to many... read the full article on The Conversation

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September 23, 2026

Nine political books to inspire young people – chosen by experts

Joe Greenwood-Hau, Youth Poll Lecturer, John Smith Centre, University of Glasgow

Amid a cycle of divided parties, political fragmentation and the UK going through a record... read the full article on The Conversation

September 23, 2026

Five intimidating houseplants that are surprisingly easy to care for

Charlotte Pughe, Postdoctoral researcher in Horticulture, Nottingham Trent University

Humans have an innate connection to nature – a concept known called biophilia.... read the full article on The Conversation

August 17, 2026

Are zoos ready for the changing climate?

Samantha Ward, Professor of Zoo Animal Welfare & Legislation, Nottingham Trent University

When people think about climate change and animals, they might picture melting sea ice, drought-stricken... read the full article on The Conversation

September 3, 2026

What is post-workout fatigue – and can you prevent it?

Athalie Redwood-Brown, Senior Lecturer in Performance Analysis of Sport, Nottingham Trent University

You finish a workout feeling pleased with yourself. But an hour later, your legs feel... read the full article on The Conversation

August 4, 2026

Seis das mais perigosas tendências de moda da história

Naomi Braithwaite, Associate Professor in Fashion and Material Culture, Nottingham Trent University

Ficar em dia com as últimas tendências da moda pode, às vezes, significar sacrificar a... read the full article on The Conversation

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August 18, 2026

A-level results: why politics is the fastest growing subject

Rose Gann, Professor of Politics Education, Nottingham Trent University

This year’s A-level results show a significant increase in the number of students choosing to... read the full article on The Conversation

August 10, 2026

Can DNA from cave paintings tell us who the artists were?

Robyn Adams, Senior Lecturer, School of Science & Technology, Nottingham Trent University

Perhaps the most evocative windows into the minds of our ancient ancestors are the images... read the full article on The Conversation

Ancient painting of a bison from Altamira cave in Spain.

September 14, 2026

China is exploring humanoid robots for war – but what role could they play?

Kartikeya Walia, Senior Lecturer, Department of Engineering, Nottingham Trent University

At the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, a humanoid robot named Tiangong Ultra ran... read the full article on The Conversation

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August 4, 2026

Ghana’s housing problem goes beyond numbers – it’s also about quality

Bismark Aha, Senior Lecturer in Real Estate, Nottingham Trent University

For years, Ghana’s housing debate has revolved around one headline figure: a national shortage commonly... read the full article on The Conversation

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