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Historically significant retrospective returns WWII artworks to the Isle of Man

An exhibition curated by Professor Fran Lloyd has marked the 65th anniversary of the death of prominent 20th century German artist Kurt Schwitters and commemorated his internment on the Isle of Man during World War II.

Cash injection provides boost for Muir Hunter Museum of Bankruptcy

Kingston University has received a £5,000 donation towards the digitisation of its unique archive of documents on the history of insolvency law.

Legal expert advises Government on use of pre-recorded testimony for vulnerable witnesses

A Kingston Law School professor has been invited to help the Ministry of Justice assess a pilot scheme allowing vulnerable court witnesses to have their cross-examination pre-recorded.

Archaeological dig uncovers sink hole of evidence from Neolithic period

A team led by a Kingston University academic has uncovered material that might give an insight into plant species that thrived near Stonehenge 6,000 years ago.

World-renowned health and education researchers join Kingston University and St George's, University of London

Five academics with a wealth of expertise in professional education and healthcare delivery have swelled the professorial ranks in the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education.

Psychology research shows structured play rather than formal learning is key to future school success

A Kingston psychology researcher has backed the Government's stance on maintaining Britain's school starting age saying structured play, not formal learning, is the key to success for the under fives.

Australian bush fires will be amongst worst ever seen, disaster management expert predicts

A Kingston University academic specialising in environmental hazards and disaster management has praised the New South Wales emergency services' response to the Sydney bush fires but warned it still might still not be enough to prevent yet more devastation.

Kingston University receives major Arts and Humanities Research Council funding boost for doctoral studies

Kingston University has been awarded a share of two Arts and Humanities Research Council grants for postgraduate students.

Kingston professor leads on push for business schools to boost small firms' growth

The Director of Kingston University's Small Business Research Centre has joined a new management board aimed at encouraging universities to work more closely with small businesses.

Buddha of Suburbia and My Beautiful Laundrette writer Hanif Kureishi named Kingston University professor

Author and playwright Hanif Kureishi, who penned the screenplay for newly-released movie Le Week-End, has been appointed professor in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Study highlights scale of continence problems among people with dementia

Research by experts from Kingston University and St George's, University of London has revealed people with dementia are three times more likely to be diagnosed with urinary incontinence than those without.

Electric bike sets new United Kingdom land speed record

Kingston University's electric motorbike has powered its way to a record-breaking 160 miles per hour in a challenge at Elvington Airfield.

Research examines difficulties faced by first-time mothers and premature babies

Experts from Kingston University, King's College London and Guy's and St Thomas' Foundation Trust have joined forces to examine how mothers of premature babies experience community life once their babies have been discharged from neonatal intensive care units.

Research shows divorce spells big boost to women's happiness

A Kingston Business School study has found women become much happier with their lives after their divorces come through.

Self-publishing paves way for Fifty Shades of Grey

It's often seen as the preserve of the vain and talentless but self-publishing is undergoing something of an image makeover, according to new research from Kingston University.

New approach to managing chronic knee pain hailed as best practice

An expert from Kingston University and St George's, University of London has been praised for his work devising a group therapy programme for patients with chronic knee problems.

Senior academic says credible information is crucial for NHS managers

NHS bosses need good quality data to be able to make effective decisions about its future, according to a Kingston Business School professor.

New findings emphasise importance of vitamin D in pregnancy

The amount of vitamin D in mothers determines more than half the levels found in their newborn babies – almost three times as much as previously thought, according to new Kingston University research.

Barclays-funded research finds a simple smile could be the key to business success

Small firms should go back to basics and adopt the old-fashioned mantra of service with a smile to get ahead, according to new Kingston Business School research.