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Scientists have shed light on the vast distances travelled by vultures - with several birds regularly commuting over 1,200 km in week-long excursions.These epic journeys were observed by scientists using specialised GPS tags to track the…

Researchers suggest a toxic chemical is more likely to be responsible for the deaths of thousands of crabs along the North East coastline than natural algae.Earlier this year fishermen linked the mysterious deaths of thousands of crabs…

The University of York is one of the first UK Universities to sign the Green Chemistry Commitment - a charter to train the next generation of chemists about the key principles of green chemistry.The University of Bath and Queen's…

Researchers at the University of York have launched a new project to document and share the everyday experiences of families on low-income, with the aim of improving the lives of those struggling to get by.The ‘Changing Realities’ project…

University of York staff, students and alumni are set to join members of the public and help raise money to support mental health research and services by taking part in this month’s Yorkshire Marathon.More than 70 runners will take part…

The University of York is hosting an event to mark 50 years since the arrival of Ugandan Asians to the City after they were expelled from their homeland by dictator Idi Amin.The event, taking place on Saturday 8 October, features an…

The University of York has launched a new Institute of Mental Health Research aimed at reducing the number of people affected by mental ill-health and its impact on individuals, families and health services.The University of York has…

Researchers at the University of YoSoaring living costs are causing unprecedented pressure on UK households, resulting in a dramatic increase in the number of people suffering from mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression –…

The University of York and the Aga Khan University (AKU) in Karachi will jointly lead the establishment of a new research centre to improve mental and physical health in Afghanistan and Pakistan.The Centre, which will focus on tackling…

Baby talk’ or infant directed speech (IDS) refers to the way caregivers talk to young infants, and generally includes a high-pitched, slow-paced, animated speech. This spontaneous, automatic and intuitive way of speaking has been studied…