World-leading animal behaviour experts will speak at an international conference hosted by the University of Lincoln. The Easter conference of the Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour (ASAB) will take place between 3-5 April 2013. Focussing on sensory ecology,…
Research reveals Lincolnshire’s ageing population could be missing out on local transport
A new report from the University of Lincoln has highlighted the vital role that community transport schemes play in empowering older people to lead active, fulfilling and independent lives. But the study, undertaken by Dr Mike Ward, has also revealed…
Growing success for ‘green’ compost
Research into environmentally friendly, peat-free compost is proving successful. A joint project between the University of Lincoln and Bettaland nursery in Spalding, Lincolnshire, has been looking at peat alternatives following a Government announcement that all garden centres and DIY stores…
Midlands In Film: the history of a region
Media experts from the University of Lincoln have retraced historical footprints to document the on-screen heritage of the Midlands. A series of nine documentary films has been created in collaboration with the Media Archive for Central England (MACE), drawing on…
Insects inspiring new technology
Scientists from the University of Lincoln and Newcastle University have created a computerised system which allows for autonomous navigation of mobile robots based on the locust’s unique visual system. The work could provide the blueprint for the development of highly…
Budding film-makers flock to Lincoln
Young people across Lincolnshire have been offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn the secrets of movie-making success from leading lights of the UK film industry. The BFI Film Academy Network is designed to revolutionise film training across the country, providing…