Reducing injuries in rugby union through global changes to make the scrum safer
Our researchers have developed the 'Crouch, Bind, Set' technique, making the rugby scrum safer for millions of players around the world.
Case studies
Exploring our research and other stories from the University community.
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Reducing injuries in youth and adult rugby union
Our researchers have developed Activate; the first rugby-specific injury prevention exercise programme now used by rugby teams around the world.
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Reducing modern slavery in public sector supply chains
Dr Johanne Grosvold is working to highlight blind spots in procurement processes.
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Reducing the impact of natural disasters on supply chains
Our new study provides guidance on how businesses can manage the effects disasters have on their supply chain.
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Reducing the risks of spinal injuries in rugby
Bruno is using mathematical modelling to improve our understanding of spinal injuries from impact in rugby union.
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Reducing the stress of police interviews for autistic people
We talk to Dr Katie Maras about her work in establishing new techniques to allow the police to effectively interview autistic people.
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Reducing the tobacco industry’s ability to influence public health policies
Our research project on the conduct of the tobacco industry and its influence over public policies.
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Refining blood sampling in mice
We've developed a minimally invasive method of blood sampling, which allows multiple samples to be taken from the same animal with as little stress as possible.
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Reflections on Ukraine War: One Year On
Our experts from PoLIS have been providing media analysis on all aspects of the war in Ukraine for the past 12 months. One year on, we get their reflections.
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Rehabilitative Prisons
Read on to find out more about our research on the potential and limitations of ‘rehabilitative’ prisons.