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Researchers at the University of York are using light-based technology to develop a simple and cost-effective blood test for Alzheimer’s disease. The technology for the sensor, which works by detecting levels of proteins associated with…

The boreal forest, covering much of Canada and Alaska, and the treeless shrublands to the north of the forest region, may be among the worst impacted by climate change over the next 500 years, according to a new study.The boreal forest is…

Researchers have for the first time discovered evidence of microplastic contamination in archaeological soil samples. The team discovered tiny microplastic particles in deposits located more than seven metres deep, in samples dating back…

The University of York has launched the Enterprise Awards 2024 to celebrate outstanding contributions to York and North Yorkshire's business community. The awards ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday, 17th July at the Merchant…

An undergraduate student at the University of York has won a prestigious Diana Legacy Award in recognition of his social action and humanitarian work. International Development student and University of Sanctuary Scholar, Joel Mordi, has…

Attitudes towards what it means to be an adult are shifting as traditional milestones such as marriage and parenthood become out of reach, a new study suggests. According to the study, people aged 18-30 have the most negative attitudes…

Improved awareness of alternative energy sources, better training and policies to address the issue are now urgently needed, according to the researchers. Investigating energy The study, funded by the Royal Society, involved researchers…

There has been widespread support for NOLO drinks, including by a number of government bodies, based on the assumption that if produced for supermarkets and pubs and promoted to consumers, that they could help to replace some alcoholic…

The team discovered tiny microplastic particles in deposits located more than seven metres deep, in samples dating back to the first or early second century and excavated in the late 1980s. Tiny particles Preserving archaeology in…

Until now, assistive dressing robots, designed to help an elderly person or a person with a disability get dressed, have been created in the laboratory as a one-armed machine, but research has shown that this can be uncomfortable for the…