Coercive control can have a devastating impact on its victims, and spotting signs early on is crucial. In this blog Dr Anna Sydor, a Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing at Cardiff University, outlines her upcoming research into how healthcare professionals, particularly midwives, can identify and support victims of coercive control. Coercive control refers to ..read more

Cardiff University’s long standing relationship with Eriez®, a global leader in separation technologies, has been further enhanced by Eriez’ recent inauguration of its cutting-edge Research and Development hub at Cardiff Innovations, Cardiff University’s innovative business incubator space. Established in 1942, Eriez® is committed to innovation, dedicating itself to providing trusted technical solutions to mining, food ..read more

Our digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and protecting our personal data has never been more important. In this blog, Dr Will Webberley, Director and Chief Technology Officer, and Dr John Barker, Associate Director of Innovation, at SimplyDo, discuss their work in this area, and describe how input from experts based at Cardiff University’s Hartree Centre ..read more

Retrofitting UK homes with energy-efficient technologies and insulation is a pivotal step towards curbing carbon emissions and fostering a sustainable future. In this blog, Dr Shan Hou and Professor Joanne Patterson of the Welsh School of Architecture discuss their vital work in this area. According to the report ‘UK housing: Fit for the future?’ published by the ..read more

How does being isolated from other young people relate to mental health problems? In this blog, Dr Katherine Thompson, a postdoctoral research associate researching statistical models to predict depression at Purdue University in the United States, discusses her PhD research on this area. This research was featured as part of the Neuroscience and Mental Health ..read more

Your body will function and perform differently at one time of day to another, based on a combination of your genetics and your environment, which is unique to you. When it comes to fitness, there is an optimum time for you to train, when your body is at its metabolic peak®, but how do you ..read more

  What makes someone susceptible to disinformation? In this blog, Andrew Wainwright, an undergraduate student studying Human and Social Sciences at Cardiff University, discusses his research project into this area. As we navigate the labyrinth of the digital age, disinformation stands as a colossal challenge, making its understanding a timely and pertinent issue. During my ..read more

  Climate change is the greatest challenge of our age. It is essential to address environmental and socio-economic challenges when envisioning a sustainable world. Immediate plans of action are crucial in defining how we tackle climate change now, and in years to come. In this blog Naomi Lawes discusses her PhD research into future renewable ..read more

  Kickstarter funding schemes are a fantastic catalyst for nurturing new research collaborations and initiatives. In this blog we discuss four projects that have benefitted from Kickstarter funding provided by the Security, Crime, and Intelligence Innovation Institute. Innovative research into security, crime, and intelligence is necessary to build a better future by fostering safer communities ..read more

  The Institute for Compound Semiconductors at Cardiff University’s Translational Research Hub (TRH) works with industry to develop Net Zero solutions. At the Hub’s recent launch event, two researchers – Dr Bo Hou and Dr Naresh Gunasekar, both from the Condensed Matter and Photonics Group in the School of Physics and Astronomy – explained their ..read more