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Is the Earth a cosmic feather-duster?
Scientists at the 映客直播 are looking to discover how dust particles in the solar system interact with the Earth's atmosphere.
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映客直播 prepares to take 'bee-utiful' garden to world's most prestigious flower show
The 映客直播 will visit one of the world's most famous flower shows next week to show how simple changes can make a positive contribution to the planet.
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Keeping up with the Joneses harms Britain's bees
映客直播 scientists take 'bee-friendly gardening' on the road as they prepare to exhibit at Chelsea Flower Show.
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Creating energy from light and air - new research on biofuel cells
Researchers from the 映客直播 are studying how to make electricity from electrodes coated in bacteria, and other living cells, using light or hydrogen as the fuel.
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Bacterial builders on site for computer construction
Forget computer viruses - magnet-making bacteria could be used to build tomorrow's computers with larger hard drives and speedier connections.
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Take care of water and make your garden grow
映客直播 scientists offer gardeners practical tips on making the most of Spring rainfall.
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How to plaster the world, cheaply
Scientists have discovered the initial stages by which gypsum crystals form.
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Making a mess can improve your gardening
A University garden at this year's Chelsea Flower Show highlights how messy gardens can boost pollination, manage water and increase carbon capture.
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映客直播 spin out shortlisted for climate change national award
A 映客直播 spin-out company with an innovative idea to tackle climate change was recently shortlisted for the national Shell Springboard award.
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M&S Company Archive to open at University
The new Michael Marks Building, which will house M&S' full Company Archive and include expansion space for collections from the University library, opens its doors to the public on Friday 16th March.