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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Jun 19

We’re proud to share the news that we’ve been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in the latest QS World University Rankings. 🎉

Read more at bit.ly/40cSO8u #WeAreUoN #QSWUR2026 #TopUnis

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Jun 12

June marks Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈

In this post, we're sharing a project by Dr @lucyjones.bsky.social - Words We Live By.

This glossary has been produced in collaboration with LGBTQ+ youth groups in England, funded by @britishacademy.bsky.social.

www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/gro... #WeAreUoN #PrideMonth

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · May 23

We have so many green spaces on our campuses but this is a fave.

📍 Millennium Garden, University Park Campus 😍

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · May 21

Groundbreaking research from scientists in Nottingham means brain tumours could be diagnosed in as little as 2 hours using technology developed by Oxford Nanopore Technologies.

Read the full story ▶️ www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/genetic...

News - New genetic test can diagnose brain tumours in as little as two hours - University of Nottingham

Scientists and medics have developed an ultra-rapid method of genetically diagnosing brain tumours that will cut the time it takes to classify them from 6-8 weeks, to as little as two hours – which co...

www.nottingham.ac.uk

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · May 12

It's Sustainability Action Week at UoN and there are plenty of ways to get involved. Find out more at www.nottingham.ac.uk/sustainabili... #WeAreUoN

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Brigitte Nerlich @bnerlich.bsky.social · Apr 30

Nice day to be on campus @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

Trent building with tower in background, garden in front of Portland Building in foreground; heron and reflection of Trent tower and trees in lake; rusty metal abstract tree sculptures; real oak in dappled sun light on downs

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Judith Jesch @judithjesch.bsky.social · May 1

Spring on campus @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Apr 29

Congratulations to the 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards winners! 🎉

Meet them at www.nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage... #WeAreUoN

The 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards winners

The Institute is proud to announce the winners of this year

www.nottingham.ac.uk

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University of Nottingham Research @uonresearch.bsky.social · Apr 22

🌍 Happy #EarthDay2025 from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

We're proud to support this year’s theme — Our Power, Our Planet — through cutting-edge research, innovation and partnerships driving clean energy and a zero-carbon future. Discover more: bit.ly/3Rm4aSZ

#SDG #EarthActionDay #ZeroCarbon

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Apr 20

We wish a blessed Easter weekend to all of our staff, students, alumni and friends around the world who have been observing Lent and Holy Week. #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Apr 17

Beautiful day for a walk around the lake. ☀️😎

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Apr 14

Happy Vaisakhi to all our staff, students, alumni and friends celebrating around the world. 🌾 #WeAreUoN

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Grit: breakthrough programmes @gritbreakthrough.bsky.social · Apr 10

“This programme would allow you to be the best person you could ever be.” Students at the @uniofnottingham.bsky.social describe the impact of the Grit Black Leaders workshop.
tinyurl.com/4anmvpyw

@vascoadam.bsky.social @benniekara.bsky.social

#blackstudentleaders

Black Leaders - Uni of Nottingham students

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

tinyurl.com

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 31

We’re excited to announce a landmark partnership with G F Tomlinson to drive the growth and innovation of our para and inclusive sport offers.

Read more at www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/gf-toml...

#WeAreUoN 🏀🏸

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 30

Wishing our staff, students, alumni and friends celebrating, a very happy and blessed Eid al-Fitr. #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 27

Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Jane Norman, delivered her inspiring inaugural lecture this week.

Watch the full lecture at www.nottingham.ac.uk/about/vice-c... #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 24

Musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra, Uni of Nottingham and NTU will be performing together on Wed 26 March in Screen Sounds. Info and tickets at www.ntu.ac.uk/about-us/eve...

Screen Sounds: with musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra, University of Nottingham, and Nottingham Trent University

Celebrate Soundstage Festival 2025 with us, as musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra team up with students from Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham for a performance of tim...

www.ntu.ac.uk

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 14

Happy Holi to our students, staff, alumni and friends celebrating the festival of colours! #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 12

We’re delighted to have achieved more than 20 subjects in the QS Top Universities World University Rankings by Subject 2025 🎉

Read the rankings at www.topuniversities.com/subject-rank... #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Mar 11

Beautiful weather for a wander around Jubilee Campus 😍 #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Feb 28

Ramadan Mubarak to all of our students, staff, alumni and friends observing this holy month. ✨🌙

Join our Chaplaincy team in March to find out more about Ramadan and share a fast-breaking.

Find info and booking link at www.nottingham.ac.uk/chaplaincy/e... #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Feb 21

University of Nottingham announced as Official Performance Partner for the new Nottingham Forest Netball squad. 💪

Read more at www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/nfn-par... #WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Feb 18

Is it ever too cold for ice cream by the lake?
Asking for a friend ... 🍦
#WeAreUoN

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University of Nottingham @uniofnottingham.bsky.social · Feb 18

We're excited to announce our partnership with Kalas to support our elite cycling and triathlon teams.

Kalas’ experience of working with elite level sport allows our students to benefit from the same marginal gains as world-leading competitors.

www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/kalas-p... #WeAreUoN

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Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 14

🌹 Roses are red, but zoom in and see, beauty exists at the micron degree! 🔬 Imaging was performed by Electron Microscope Technician Lorelei Robertson using the @jeoleurope.bsky.social IT-200 SEM.

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