2017

How the voice of young people can tackle child sexual exploitation
Child sexual exploitation can be a complex crime that is devastating to those who are victims of it. A team of dedicated academics at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV are working to stop it.

Applying research to the fight against cyberstalking
Cyberstalking is a new phenomenon and is on the rise - Dr Emma Short is an expert on why it happens and how it can be reported and prevented.

Leading the way to a cure for Parkinson's disease
We are closer than ever before to finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease thanks to the breakthrough research by Dr Bushra Ahmed in the School of Life Sciences.

Bedfordshire student nurse in the running for top industry award
A nursing student from the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV has been shortlisted for a top industry award.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV staff recognised at police awards
Staff at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV have been recognised at the recent Bedfordshire Police's Community Cohesion Awards.

Bedfordshire professor appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Bedfordshire
A professor in public health from the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV has been appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Bedfordshire.

'Revolution' - Free film Screening in Bedford - April 12th 2017
April 12th 2017 - Free screening of “Revolution”. Filmed over four years in 15 countries, Revolution captures some of the most remarkable wildlife spectacles ever recorded, and gives audiences a firsthand look into the biggest battle ever fought.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV part of European project to give food entrepreneurs a helping hand
The Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV has joined forces with European partners to help food entrepreneurs across Ireland and Europe.

Bedfordshire students join gamers from around the world in global game jam
The Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV took part in a global gaming event that saw thousands of gamers from around the world come together to create their own computer games.

Tackling mental illness stigma the focus of conference at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV
Breaking the stigma around mental illness in Luton was the focus of a conference held at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV.

Bedfordshire expert outlines how work-related stress can impact society
An expert in work-life balance from the Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV aimed to highlight work stress and its impact on society at a public lecture.

International students flock to Bedfordshire seminars
Almost 750 students attended events organised by Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV at its Progression partner universities in Pakistan.