University of York

The University of York has honoured the life of human rights defender and gay rights activist, David Kato, with the official opening of its newest college.David Kato, born in Uganda, came to the University of York in 2010 for six months…

The University has announced that Dr Alice Maynard CBE will be the new Chair of its governing body.The University’s Council is responsible for the development and overall performance of the University, with the Chair setting out a…

Designs for a new Student Centre at the University of York have been submitted for planning permission.Co-designed by leading architectural firms ADP Architecture and O’Donnell + Tuomey, the new building is intended to offer an iconic new…

Professor Dame Jessica Corner, Executive Chair at Research England, visited the University (16 March) to learn more about our important research projects and being a University for public good.Ethical innovationAs part of the visit, Dame…

Faith institutions, such as churches and mosques, can support people to maintain healthy blood pressure and avoid hypertension through education and awareness, the results of a new study have revealed.The University of York-led study…

University of York researchers have raised awareness of the neglected disease, noma, at an event at the Houses of Parliament.Noma primarily affects children between two and six years oldThe event was part of an ongoing campaign for noma…

The University of York has announced the appointment of Professor Ken Badcock as its new Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost.Professor Badcock is currently Senior Vice-Principal at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he also holds…

A University of York computer science PhD student has been recognised with the India UK Achievers award for her role in using science to create positive social impact.Meghna Asthana, a PhD student in computer vision science, was selected…

A survey of elected councillors has revealed that 80% of local leaders in the UK are concerned that as services struggle as a result of the cost of living crisis, children will face a life of poverty.The research, conducted by the…

One in five children, more commonly those living in more deprived areas of the UK, starts school overweight or with obesity and this figure continues to rise. ImplicationsChildhood obesity can have severe implications on a child’s mental…