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New study finds Montmorency Cherries can aid fight against cardio-metabolic disease

A ground-breaking study by a researcher at the University of Hertfordshire has found that drinking the juice of Montmorency cherries can help to prevent cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

18 April 2019
Alumnus nominated for the UK’s largest diversity awards

Dennis Relojo-Howell a mental health advocate and founder of Psychreg from Rainham, Essex has been nominated for the Entrepreneur of Excellence Award at The National Diversity Awards 2019.

10 April 2019
Fitspiration is leading to risk of exercise addiction, image related disorders and use of performance-enhancing substances amongst gym-goers

With the trend for fitness becoming synonymous with strength, beauty and even status, a new study by researchers at the University of Hertfordshire, published today in journal PLOS ONE, has identified the emergence of Exercise Addiction and resulting physical and mental-health issues amongst vulnerable gym-goers.

4 April 2019
Collaboration with Médecins Sans Frontières Results in PeACE

The University of Hertfordshire’s Toxicology Research Group and Médecins Sans Frontières have worked together to develop a new clothing system to protect charity workers in areas of conflict where chemical warfare agents are a real and present danger.

28 March 2019
Targeted deep brain stimulation reduces OCD symptoms

11 March 2019
Our research leads to publication of updated US Government federal guidance for treating chemically contaminated casualties

The findings of a world-leading research project, led by Professor Rob Chilcott, Head of Toxicology, University of Hertfordshire, has culminated in the publication of revised US federal guidance that will significantly enhance the ability of first responders to treat chemically contaminated casualties.

21 February 2019
Our researchers part of consortium awarded prestigious EPSRC funding to establish National Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science

A consortium of the UK’s leading researchers in aerosol science, including a University of Hertfordshire research team led by Professor Darragh Murnane and Dr Victoria Hutter, was announced this week as one of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council’s (EPSRC) new national Centres for Doctoral Training. Professor Darragh Murnane has been named as Deputy Director of the new Centre for EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science.

7 February 2019
Class of 2018 brave the snow at London reunion

Thursday 31 January saw the first ever ‘Class of 2018 reunion’ at the Kanaloa club in London.

5 February 2019
New research finds high-intensity interval training actually offers benefits to adults living with Crohn’s disease

1 February 2019
New international research on benefits of sport for older woman living with dementia given funding

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) has awarded over £35,000 to an innovative project between the University of Hertfordshire and Juntendo University, Japan, which will focus on understanding the benefits and constraints of physical activity-based programmes for older women, particularly those living with dementia.

22 January 2019
Partnership forging the way in pharmaceutical product design methodologies

The University of Hertfordshire has launched a three year Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Consort Medical – Bespak Drug Delivery Devices, a global market leader in the development and manufacturing of drug delivery devices.

10 December 2018
We're helping the US Government develop new guidance on decontamination following chemical attacks

The findings of a world-leading study into the most effective decontamination process following a chemical attack, led by Professor Rob Chilcott of the University of Hertfordshire, has led to the development of new guidance that will significantly enhance the effectiveness of first responders.

18 October 2018
Creative Writing graduates shortlisted for Cinnamon Press Debut Fiction Prize

MA Creative Writing graduates have novels shortlisted for prestigious prize.

17 October 2018
Philosophy Professor takes up visiting research fellowship in the USA

Professor John Lippitt has taken up a visiting research fellowship in the USA as part of this Major Research Project.

17 October 2018
East of England MEP visits to discuss pioneering science partnership benefiting the region’s SMEs

On Friday 12 October, Labour MEP Alex Mayer visited the University of Hertfordshire to discuss the innovative 6 million-pound Hertfordshire Science Partnership (HSP).

15 October 2018