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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 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

July 30, 2026

Six of history’s most dangerous fashion trends

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

Staying on top of the latest fashion trends can sometimes mean sacrificing your own health... 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 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 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.

July 31, 2026

Poochmaxxing: the wellness industry is coming for your pets

Jacqueline Boyd, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, Nottingham Trent University

I am a runner who loves being active alongside my dogs. Actually, I am more... read the full article on The Conversation

July 10, 2026

Why you are seeing bees struggling to survive this summer

Alex Dittrich, Senior Lecturer in Zoology, Nottingham Trent University

You may be spotting bodies of dead bumblebees lying across pavements near you in the... read the full article on The Conversation

Bumblebees die in extreme heat, but there are other reasons too.

July 29, 2026

The ten best short novels under 150 pages – chosen by experts

Dominic Davies, Reader in English, City St George's, University of London

A novel doesn’t need to be a hefty tome to change your life. Forget War... read the full article on The Conversation

Which short novel would you recommend?

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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