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Pablo Escobar's hippos might have helped to restore local ecological diversity

25 March 2020

Hippos brought into Colombia by Pablo Escobar could have helped to restore ecological diversity in the surrounding area, according to a new study.

Most beneficial places to plant new woodland revealed

19 March 2020

A Sussex Research Fellow has helped to identify the most beneficial places to plant 10,000 hectares of new woodland.

Book by expert immunologist offers clear and educated advice during time of misinformation and worry

19 March 2020

A new book by a Sussex lecturer offers simple, clear and informed advice on what it takes to protect our immune system.

Common treatments used on cattle have devastating impacts on wildlife, new study reveals

18 March 2020

Experts have stressed an urgent need to find alternatives to wormers and anti-ectoparasitic products used widely on cattle, following new research.

Bitcoin and Bees: Sussex undergrads impress with their research expertise

13 March 2020

Two students shared their research insights into cryptocurrency and bees with MPs and government officials in a nationwide competition.

Sussex scientists take research to Parliament

12 March 2020

Two scientists attended Parliament this week to present their research as part of the STEM for BRITAIN campaign.

Possible breast cancer treatment could go to clinical trial immediately as scientists spot target in 'normal' cells

11 March 2020

A study led by Sussex scientists has proposed a new treatment strategy for patients with triple negative breast cancer, a rare but aggressive subtype.

This Sussex Life. Cassandra Uthoff, biology student: "The hardest part was identifying insects"

28 February 2020

Cassandra Uthoff will be representing Sussex at the annual Posters in Parliament exhibition in London on 11 March, talking about her bee research.

Sussex chemist takes his research to Parliament

27 February 2020

A chemist at the University of Sussex is attending Parliament to present his research to politicians and expert judges as part of STEM for BRITAIN.

Celebrating diversity in science through outreach

21 February 2020

The School of Life Sciences has launched a project to increase recognition of lesser-known scientists.