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Tapestry reflecting cultural diversity of the Sundarbans

Exhibiting children’s paintings from the sinking islands

8 July 2022

An exhibition of pictures and tapestries aims to showcase the lived experiences of children living in climate change induced uncertainty.

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New study reveals impact of plastic on small mammals, as four out of seven species identified as ‘plastic positive’

1 July 2022

Researchers investigating the exposure of small mammals to plastics found traces in the faeces of more than half of the species examined.

David Ruebain, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Culture, Equality & Inclusion)

Leading the way to an antiracist Sussex

30 June 2022

Update from David Ruebain, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Culture, Equality and Inclusion) on Union Black feedback, Brighton Pride, working with UCU and more

The UK must act on carbon emissions from trade: new UKTPO report

29 June 2022

New report authored by the UKTPO and CITP is published today, providing guidance on how the UK can address the issue of emissions in its trade policy.

Business School and local businesses train South Korean students in sustainability and innovation

27 June 2022

The ��Ƶ Business School joins forces with local businesses to train South Korean students in sustainability and innovation.

A researcher in Nigeria wearing a striped top wears a surgical mask printed by a 3D printer

The Sussex researchers who used international collaboration and 3D printing to stem PPE shortages in Nigeria

27 June 2022

A recently published paper explains how Sussex researchers and partners in Nigeria used open-source designs and 3D printing to address a PPE shortage.

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23 June was International Women in Engineering Day (INWED)

23 June 2022

INWED aims to raise the profile of women in Engineering, and encourage more women to join the Engineering profession

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BSMS ranked first for research in the Planetary Health Report Card

21 June 2022

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) has been ranked first for research in the 2022 Planetary Health Report Card and third in the UK overall.

An update from the Vice-Chancellor

20 June 2022

I am pleased to confirm that staff will be receiving the lump sum payments described within the UCU joint agreement in the July payroll.

Two people blowing bubbles at Brighton and Hove Pride 2018

Be part of Brighton Pride Parade with ��Ƶ

17 June 2022

Students, staff, students' union staff and alumni are invited to join the Parade – and you’ll also receive a free weekend ticket

A scientist in a white lab coat speaking to crowds in front of the West Pier on Brighton seafront

Science shared at the seafront at successful Soapbox Science event

30 May 2022

Around 3,000 beachgoers saw scientists take to their soapboxes on Brighton and Hove seafront on 21 May.

Paid Student Sustainability Jobs at Sussex

25 May 2022

Do you want to make the Sussex curriculum more sustainable? Join fellow students to help audit the current curriculum for sustainability this summer!

'Cycling keeps me in a positive and healthly mindset' - EcoGo participant Ella tells us her story

20 May 2022

Final year student Ella has gotten more active and saved money since buying a bike and using EcoGo, despite living on a giant hill!

A person standing in the desert providing a a herd of dromedary camels with drinking water

REF 2021: Sustainability Research With Impact

19 May 2022

SSRP-supported impact case studies contribute to high Sussex scores in Research Excellence Framework 2021

The ��Ƶ’s Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy launches today

17 May 2022

The Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy is launched in London today, Tuesday 17 May, with an event at the Department for International Trade.

A young person hugging a tree and standing in a forest

SSRP researchers explore the impact of sustainability uncertainties on youth mental health

13 May 2022

SSRP highlights two interdisciplinary youth mental health projects for Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 which aim to strengthen community resilience

Juliet Richardson, Martha Knott and Sam Waugh standing on Brighton beach with their medals. Sam is holding a dog, which looks like it is trying to lick Martha

Team Sussex paint the town yellow at Brighton Marathon Weekend

5 May 2022

On Sunday 10 April 2022, alumni, staff and students from the University took part in the Brighton Marathon Weekend as Team Sussex.

Fieldwork photo of a reforestation plantation in Peru

New SSRP Report on Reframing Reforestation in Peru

4 May 2022

Recent SSRP report explores opportunities for reframing the debate and advocates for greater biodiversity in restoration projects in San Martín, Peru.

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Sussex to spend a further £20,000 on campus biodiversity

3 May 2022

The ��Ƶ is to invest up to £20,000 in innovative environmental projects in its bid to create the most biodiverse campus in the UK

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals presented as separate colourful pillars. A blurry silhouette of a person can be seen walking next to the pillars

SSRP contributes to high international sustainability and development rankings

29 April 2022

With its SDG-focus and numerous research partnerships, the SSRP has helped Sussex achieve high international rankings in two different assessments.

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