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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 34m

Congratulations to our #illustration graduate Rosalyn Burroughs for winning the World Illustration Award from over 4,700 entries worldwide!

Her 'Women at the Wheel' bus wrap design celebrates 80 years of female bus drivers in #Bristol and is now featured on the city’s double-decker buses.

Illustration graduate wins global award | UWE Bristol

Illustrator and designer Rosalyn Burroughs, who graduated from UWE Bristol in 2024, has won a World Illustration Award for a bus wrap design.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 21h

Proud to be part of the FOUND project, advancing more efficient, humane investigations by using drones to locate concealed graves in Mexico.

This initiative is crucial in helping families find closure, bring justice to those affected by violence and disappearances, and support local authorities.

Academic playing role in project to find hidden graves in Mexico using drone technology | UWE Bristol

A UWE Bristol lecturer is playing a part in a project using drone technology to locate concealed graves in Mexico.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 6d

A documentary by a graduate from the university airs on national television on CBBC.

The ‘My Life’ documentary follows the journey of Hannah’s 15-year-old niece Jazzy Tyson. The film follows Jazz as she trains to represent Team England at the IMMAFs, the biggest MMA competition in the world.

Documentary by UWE Bristol graduate airs on national television | UWE Bristol

Hannah Tyson, a UWE Bristol MA Filmmaking graduate, is celebrating the broadcast of her documentary ‘Jazzy’s MMA Dream’, which has aired on CBBC.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 7d

New funding for researchers to develop trustworthy clinical AI for assessing brain activity.

Electroencephalography is a non-invasive method for recording brain activity and is a vital tool for diagnosing and monitoring neurological conditions such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, and brain injuries

New funding for researchers to develop trustworthy clinical AI for assessing brain activity | UWE Bristol

Researchers have received funding from UK Research and Innovation to help bring their innovative brain-monitoring AI technology closer to real-world use.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 8d

Young people struggling with their studies at school are much more likely to have negative experiences on their smartphones.

Dr Benjamin Knight & Dr Paul Redford worked closely in collaboration with six secondary schools on this unique study for the university.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 14d

The University is a partner in a ground-breaking project awarded almost £800,000 in funding to protect one of Madagascar’s most precious and threatened forests.

The initiative will run for five years and will involve working closely with communities living in TAPA.

UWE Bristol to help protect threatened forest in Madagascar in £800k project | UWE Bristol

UWE Bristol is a partner in a groundbreaking project awarded almost £800,000 in funding to protect one of Madagascar’s most precious and threatened forests.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 16d

We're pleased to announce that Prof. Emmanuel Adukwu has been appointed Dean for Students, focusing on student experience and outcomes for Global Majority students.

UWE Bristol appoints new Dean for Students | UWE Bristol

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 19d

A new report highlights how targeted investment in education, R&D, and infrastructure could unlock productivity across the West of England. Led by The University, Futures West & University of Bath.

More | www.uwe.ac.uk/news/closing...

Invest to unlock economic growth in the West of England: The Brunel Centre research gives new insights into region’s economy | UWE Bristol

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 19d

We are delighted to have climbed 11 places in @thetimes.com Good University Guide, ranking us among the top 10 modern universities in the UK! 💫

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 21d

Our new study shows that a Sex Worker Liaison Officer can rebuild trust between sex workers and police, provide trauma-informed support, and improve safety and justice for vulnerable groups.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 26d

We’ve Risen. We're up 26 places in the The Guardian University Guide, a powerful recognition of our ambition, momentum and the impact we create.

We don’t ask what if? We ask why not? And then we make it happen.

#RISEwithUs

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 27d

Our researchers are leading a project on Dragons of Afterlands, an AR board game co-created with young people to support those experiencing emotionally based school avoidance. Backed by @innovateuk.bsky.social , it aims to boost wellbeing & re-engagement with learning.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · 29d

Project Zulu is a UWE Bristol initiative with schools in KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦

This summer the Choir toured the UK, sharing song and culture while raising funds for solar power, digital classrooms and vital upgrades back home, creating lasting impact for their communities.

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2025 Tour Video

YouTube video by ProjectZulu

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Sep 1

Huge congratulations to MA Wildlife Filmmaking graduate, Tatiana McCabe, who has won a 2025 Student Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) for her documentary which follows a local hero protecting coastal wildlife in Uruguay 🏆

UWE Bristol wildlife filmmaker wins 2025 Student Academy Award | UWE Bristol

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Aug 27

50 students from MA Fine Art, Graphic Arts & Multi-Disciplinary Printmaking will showcase their graduate work this September.

📍 Spike Island, Bristol
🕛 Public exhibition: 5–10 Sept, 12:00–17:00 (free entry)

Come and celebrate the next generation of artists, designers & printmakers with us 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨

UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Aug 15

A new study led by Dr. Miles Thompson (@mvdct.bsky.social) suggests a deeper understanding of social change could help close the gap between challenges and actions, especially on issues like climate change.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Aug 1

The most incredible two weeks of #UWEGraduation 🎓🎉 Best of luck to you all 🤩

UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 29

Paramedic graduate Daniel Hunt has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.

His work as a student to promote the training of British Sign Language to emergency responders is now a permanent part of the Universities Paramedic course.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 28

Huge congratulations to Sports Rehabilitation student Izzy Thorpe who won a bronze medal in artistic swimming at the World Aquatics Championships! 👏🥉

Student wins bronze medal at World Aquatics Championships on her graduation day | UWE Bristol

Student Izzy Thorpe won a bronze medal in artistic swimming on the same day she was meant to be crossing the stage at her university graduation ceremony.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 26

Tearing up at this week's #UWEGraduation 🥹 Congratulations to all of our amazing graduates! 🎓

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 25

Huge congratulations to those that were awarded Honorary Degrees during hashtag #UWEGraduation this week.

Individuals "who have made a significant impact on the lives of others both in Bristol and beyond and those who act as a source of inspiration for our students.” 👏

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 18

A recent study led by Dr. Miles Thompson published in the Journal of Community Psychology, highlights how a deeper understanding of social change can help bridge the gap between global challenges and real-world action—especially in tackling climate change.

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Want social change? A deeper understanding could be key, study suggests | UWE Bristol

New study suggests a deeper understanding of social change could help close the gap between challenges and actions, especially on issues like climate change.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 16

Proud to launch the Visible Difference Support Hub, a free & research-backed site from our Centre for Appearance Research (CAR).

It offers practical, tested tools to support people with visible differences and their families, from bullying to self-confidence and more.

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UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 15

The final round of Immersive Arts funding is now open! UK-based artists can apply for £5k, £20k or £50k to develop work with immersive tech. Open until Mon 29 Sep 2025.

This is the last open call—apply now. immersivearts.uk/funding/

UWE Bristol @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social · Jul 11

Scientists at the University helped develop a nitric oxide-releasing wound dressing to speed healing.

Now, global firm Convatec will launch it as ConvaNiox, targeting diabetic foot ulcers, after gaining regulatory approval.

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Wound dressings developed with support from UWE Bristol to be launched by global firm | UWE Bristol

Technology that scientists helped develop to aid the healing of chronic wounds will be used in new ‘smart dressings’ being launched by global company.

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