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Aston rated among top 30 UK universities

22 May 2012 Aston University is ranked 27th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2013, with three subject areas rated among the UK's top 10.

Aston students win design award at Shell Challenge

21 May 2012 A hydrogen powered car designed by Engineering students has won a major award in the 2012 Shell Eco- Marathon challenge.

Partnerships strengthen Hong Kong connections

18 May 2012 Two new partnership agreements strengthen Aston's links with Hong Kong and China.

Aston develops sustainable energy solution

10 May 2012 Researchers have developed an innovative bioenergy solution that uses waste products to generate cost-effective heat and power.

Aston University in partnership with Santander

09 May 2012 Aston has signed an agreement with Santander to provide support for future students, researchers and entrepreneurs.

Aston University hosts Salters Chemistry Festival

08 May 2012 Students from 15 secondary schools are set to enjoy a fun-filled day of chemistry at the Salters' Festival of Chemistry taking place at Aston...

Solar-powered cooling system for greenhouses

11 April 2012 Researchers of the Sustainable Environment Research Group at Aston University have proven that it is possible to cool greenhouses using solar energy.

Bioenergy Research Group in €10.84m research project

11 April 2012 Aston University Bioenergy Research Group (BERG) is involved in a €10.84m project to develop a European wide research infrastructure for producing...

Bioenergy 'BioenNW' project to reduce landfill

05 April 2012 An €8m bioenergy project that will significantly reduce the amount of waste being sent to landfill, has been officially launched in the West...

Ministerial visit strengthens international links

23 March 2012 The Vietnamese Vice-Minister of Education and Training (MOET) has visited Aston University to discuss future collaboration opportunities between the...

Blood flow research showcased at Parliament

22 March 2012 Aston researchers showcase how spiral groove bearings can lead to safer and improved artificial blood pumps.

Aston involved in National Childrenswear Survey

19 March 2012 Aston University is working with Shape GB and major high street retailers in a project to upgrade measurements in children's clothing.

Aston a top 10 university for producing millionaires

21 February 2012 Aston rated among the top 10 UK universities for producing millionaires.

National Student Enterprise Conference at Aston

16 February 2012 The National Student Enterprise Conference, CTRL ALT DISRUPT, was held this year at Aston University.

Cashless payment scheme a success

13 February 2012 Aston University has introduced an innovative new cashless scheme to make buying food and drink on campus quicker, safer and more convenient.

AUEA first to deliver apprenticeships

09 February 2012 Aston University Engineering Academy will be the first University Technical College to deliver apprenticeships, the government has announced

AGR praises placement year benefits

09 February 2012 The Association of Graduate Recruiters has praised the benefits of an integrated placement year for students aiming to impress future employers.

New York Times hearts Birmingham

31 January 2012 Birmingham is firmly in the hearts of the Big Apple, with a recent article penned by The New York Times lauding England's heartland metropolis as...

Engineering student's winning short film

30 January 2012 MEng Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry student, Madeleine Jones, won first prize in a student competition to produce a short film about...

Energy scheme delivering low carbon success

26 January 2012 An energy scheme involving Aston University has scooped two prestigious awards.

Research showcase evening 15 February

23 January 2012 Aston is inviting representatives from businesses and public sector organisations to a research showcase evening on Wednesday February 15th

Aston backing University Technical Colleges

20 January 2012 Aston is supporting two UTC's with the first, the Aston University Engineering Academy currently recruiting students aged 14 and 16 years old for...

Leading UK businesses turn to Aston graduates

12 January 2012 A survey of the UK's 100 top employers has again rated Aston among the top 20 universities for graduate employment.

Low carbon project wins prestigious award

04 January 2012 The UK's largest study into low carbon vehicles, which involves Aston University, has won a prestigious national award.

Aston designs Solar Thermal Heat Collector

15 December 2011 Aston has designed and built a Solar Thermal Heat Collector as part of the Research Council UK's Science Bridge Project with India.

Construction underway at £16.5m bioenergy centre

15 November 2011 Building work has started on Aston's new engineering laboratories, which will showcase and develop renewable low carbon technologies

Aston professors appointed as Green Leaders

07 November 2011 Aston University professors, Tony Bridgwater and Andreas Hornung, have been appointed as Green Leaders in the West Midlands.

Aston launches crackdown on bad energy habits

01 November 2011 Aston University is aiming to more than halve its carbon emissions by 2020

Aston to shape the future of bioenergy projects

26 October 2011 A business blueprint for bioenergy is being developed by Aston University through an innovative partnership with a leading renewable energy...

Masters programme for professional engineers

11 October 2011 Aston has developed a masters programme for professional engineers, to equip them for the rigours of the boardroom.

Free workshops for aspiring engineers

22 September 2011 Two 'Engineer Your Future' days are being held in October and November for young people to take part in free exciting workshops, technical challenges...

Countdown to the UK's new wave of engineers

13 September 2011 The official countdown to September 2012, which will see the Aston University Engineering Academy open its doors to students, started today.

Times Higher Education Award Nomination

07 September 2011 Aston has been shortlisted in this years Times Higher Education (THE) Awards for International Collaboration of the Year 2011.

Aston student wins national IET Competition

15 August 2011 Aston University PhD student, Graham Lee, has won this year's UK final of the Institute of Engineering and Technology's Present Around the World...

Aston University KTP rated outstanding by panel

27 July 2011 A recent Knowledge Transfer Partnership involving Aston has been awarded a grade A 'outstanding' rating by an independent panel of assessors.

Largest electric vehicle trial reveals full findings

20 July 2011 Aston has been assessing the future of alternative transport as part of the UK's largest trial into low carbon vehicle use.

Aston: 2012 tuition fee and support packages

11 July 2011 Aston University has set a tuition fee of £9,000 a year for all UK/EU undergraduates starting degree courses from September 2012.

Graduation ceremonies honour leading UK figures

07 July 2011 Aston University held its graduation ceremonies in the splendour of Birmingham's Town Hall and presented eight honorary degrees to leading UK...

Aston students placed second in National Contest

06 July 2011 A team of Aston Engineering students took part in the English heat of the annual European Business Management Challenge.

Electronic Engineering '100% course satisfaction'

05 July 2011 Aston's Electronic Engineering has been awarded 100% student satisfaction for its Course offering in the Guardian University Guide 2012.

Schools involved in UK engineering challenge

28 June 2011 Budding young engineers take up the task of researching, designing and building solutions to real-life engineering problems.

Aston addressing rural poverty in India

22 June 2011 A power plant fuelled by waste products and solar energy could provide a business and technological blueprint to address rural poverty across India.

Top honour for Aston University Pro-Chancellor

13 June 2011 Dr Paul Golby, Aston University's Pro-Chancellor, who has been awarded the CBE by Her Majesty The Queen in her latest Birthday Honours List.

Austrian delegation visit Engineering Academy

27 May 2011 Aston University showcases engineering research and £17m Academy proposals.

Government information on student support

25 May 2011 The Government has recently published information about support packages for 2012 entry students.

Tower blocks demolished to develop Student Village

09 May 2011 Accommodation blocks demolished to begin second phase of £215m Aston Student Village

Aston student wins Engineering Award

21 April 2011 EAS student wins Queen's Silver Jubilee Engineering Award.

Aston students rise to the Capgemini challenge

21 April 2011 Collaborative working was the highlight for students from Aston taking part in the Capgemini Challenge Day.

Aston's strong commitment to social mobility

20 April 2011 Aston University aims to be one of the boldest and best at promoting widening participation.

Success for Aston in latest league tables

20 April 2011 Aston University has performed well in several recent global and UK ranking league tables and surveys

National Childrenswear Survey on bodyshape

18 April 2011 Aston involved in Shape GB the first national sizing survey using 3D body scanners to measure children aged four to 17.

Aston University: 2012 tuition fees proposal

23 March 2011 Aston University is proposing to set a tuition fee of £9,000 a year for UK/EU undergraduates starting degree courses in 2012.

£16.5m low carbon engineering laboratories

17 March 2011 Aston University is developing new £16.5m engineering laboratories to showcase and develop renewable low carbon technologies.

Earthquake in Japan

11 March 2011 A powerful earthquake has hit Japan's north-east coast. Our thoughts are with our Japanese friends and their families at this time.

Aston Engineering publicity event success

18 February 2011 Aston Engineering revealed conceptual designs at the first of its kind publicity event held at Aston.

Drayson Racing and Aston to research low carbon

11 February 2011 Major partnership to investigate benefits of second generation biofuels in high performance cars

Aston hoping to impress in the Shell Challenge

11 February 2011 Aston Engineering Eco team is pushing the boundaries of car design by showcasing a conceptual car as part of the Shell Challenge.

Birmingham iPhone app a hit with students

10 February 2011 New iPhone application has been launched to help Birmingham students get the most out of their time in the city.

Aston agrees MSc pilot programme in Angola

01 February 2011 Aston has formally agreed with BP Angola the long term delivery of the MSc Professional Engineering in Angola.

Prestigious award to advance fibre lasers

24 January 2011 An engineering professor's 1.7m euros award is set to advance Aston's photonics research and technologies.

Top employers target Aston for graduates

19 January 2011 An independent recruitment survey of the UKs 100 top employers rates Aston University among the top 20 UK universities they turn to for graduate...

Interactive Media laboratory is UK first

14 December 2010 Discover more about the latest Aston laboratory analysing the latest in mobile interactive technologies

Aston's 'green' engineering viewed by Lord Drayson

13 December 2010 Former Minister of State for Science and Innovation, discovers latest in 'green' engineering research.

Aston creating European wide logistics system

07 December 2010 Aston University is creating a computer system that improves goods delivery across large scale transport networks.

Programme developing solar technology

03 December 2010 An international exchange programme between Aston University and Saudi Arabia is helping to develop research into renewable energy.

Former Cadbury's Chairman is Chancellor

29 November 2010 Sir John Sunderland has been confirmed as the new Chancellor of Aston University

Double win for Photonics at Aston University

04 November 2010 Aston is strengthening its world leading photonics research with two new international partnerships.

Aston bucks national trend on graduate employment

02 November 2010 Aston University students are again among the most employable in the UK, with over 80 per cent of its 2009 graduates finding graduate - level...

Body Volume Index (BVI) measurement launched

18 October 2010 A new obesity measurement which can help identify individuals at risk of illnesses has been launched

The new EAS School Centre

06 October 2010 Our brand-new EAS School Centre - the one-stop shop for all EAS students, providing one central point of contact for all student support needs.

Bright idea enjoys success at Lighting Design Awards

05 October 2010 Aston University graduate has enjoyed success at the Lighting Design Awards.

Latest findings from largest study into electric vehicles

05 October 2010 The UKs largest study into electric vehicle use reveals increased driver confidence and real-world analysis on 'refuelling' costs and charging...

West Midlands Chemistry Technician Awards

27 September 2010 Aston employee receives prestigious Chemistry Technician of the Year Awards.

First phase of Aston Student Village complete

02 September 2010 Phase I of Aston Student Villages (ASV) new residences project has been completed, ready for the influx of new Aston students.

Aston recognised by Athena SWAN Charter

17 August 2010 Aston has received a bronze award from the Athena SWAN Charter for its support for women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

Aston graduates among most employable in UK

09 August 2010 Aston University graduates are among the most employable in the UK, with over 92 per cent either finding employment or going on to further study in...

First electric bus passenger trials reviewed by Aston

05 August 2010 Bus passengers in Stratford-upon-Avon are the first members of the UK public to ride on a newly engineered electric bus, as part of a trial scheme...

Bioenergy technologies developed by Aston

02 August 2010 Bioenergy Research Group developing new technologies to transform bio-oil into a more efficient source of renewable energy.

Aston Formula Student on track for Silverstone

09 July 2010 Top student engineers and designers at Aston University unveiled their 2010 Formula Student racing car last week, ahead of the competition taking...

Graduate commended at Design Awards

08 July 2010 An Aston design student has been awarded a commendation for his innovative website design at the annual D&AD Awards in London last month.

Aston Formula Student on track for Silverstone

30 June 2010 Top student engineers and designers are set to unveil their Formula Student racing car at Aston University this Friday July 2nd, 2010 at Aston...

Aston helps teens learn the language of robots

18 June 2010 Rampaging robots will be teaching Birmingham teenagers how to speak their language, with a little help from an Aston University academic.

Chief Scientific Officer of Rolls Royce visits Aston

18 June 2010 Chief Scientific Officer of Rolls Royce, Paul Stein, visited Aston to see the latest advances in engineering technologies.

UK's largest electric vehicle trial first findings

18 June 2010 The first results of a UK-wide electric and low carbon vehicle test involving Aston are published.

Aston Inspired 2010 a huge success

15 June 2010 Aston engineering students showcased a range of engineering models and products at the Aston Inspired 2010 design show, held on 2nd 5th June.

Untangling the mystery of knotted flex

07 June 2010 Schools needed to take part in the Great British Knot experiment. A simple experiment leading to potentially significant breakthroughs.

Talented engineer honoured by City's Mayor

02 June 2010 A design engineer from Aston has been honoured by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham following his KTP Leader Award success

Aston Inspired showcasing engineering talent

02 June 2010 Engineering students will be showcasing a range of models and products at the Aston Inspired design show, from Wednesday, June 2 to Saturday, June 5.

Students win IBM's national challenge

28 May 2010 The team were presented with their trophy at Aston Business School by representatives from the Challenge and the University.

Aston ranked among top 20 UK universities

20 May 2010 Aston ranked 17th in the UK in The Independent's Complete University Guide 2011, with degrees related to Subjects Allied to Medicine rated 1st in the...

Engineering create mutual global research interests

17 May 2010 Aston University's School of Engineering have participated in a successful Engineering Research Colloquium in Chandigarh, northern India.

New Engineering labs strengthen research

07 May 2010 Aston University has strengthened its world-leading research into bioenergy with new state-of-the-art engineering laboratories.

Student finalist in National Design Competition

16 April 2010 A second year Aston University student has fought off tough opposition to become a finalist in a national plastics design competition, sponsored by...

Funding secured for Engineering Academy

31 March 2010 Aston University is celebrating today after plans for a new £17m Engineering Academy in Birmingham were given funding approval from Government...

Aston University wins IBM national challenge

23 March 2010 Aston University students celebrated success as they won the IBM Universities Business Challenge.

Over £1m secured for free photonics business advice

10 March 2010 West Midlands based businesses can access free photonics advice from Aston's Engineering academics.

Aston University welcomes Lord Mayor of Birmingham

09 February 2010 The Lord Mayor of Birmingham was given a tour of Aston University, where he discovered the first class research facilities on offer.

Aston Vice-Chancellor addresses World Economic Forum

02 February 2010 Professor Julia King speaks at World Economic Forum on Energy and Mobility: Fuelling Efficient Transport.

€750m European programme to develop low carbon economy

26 January 2010 Aston University is involved in a €750m (£660m) European programme, which is set to develop jobs, businesses and markets within the low carbon...

Vice-Chancellor appointed UK Business Ambassador

15 December 2009 The Vice-Chancellor of Aston University, Birmingham has been named by the Government as the UKs Low Carbon Business Ambassador.

Aston engineers create worlds longest laser

09 December 2009 A 270km optical fiber has been transformed into the world's longest laser, a feat its inventors believe will lead to a radical new outlook in...

Graduate to climb Everest for Heroes

17 November 2009 An Aston University graduate is planning to conquer Mount Everest and hoping to raise over £100,000 for charity in the process.

Higher level skills essential for economic recovery

13 November 2009 The development of higher level skills is essential to build a stronger economy outlined Regional Minister, Ian Austin.

Aston University Graduate in charity Everest climb

11 November 2009 An Aston University graduate is planning to conquer Mount Everest and hoping to raise over £100,000 for charity in the process.

Bioenergy Research Group awarded 730,000€ research project

23 October 2009 Global biofuel project involving Aston researchers to reduce reliance on fossil diesel imports.

UK broadband coverage recommendation

15 October 2009 Government should facilitate affordable, accessible and reliable broadband coverage in the UK by 2012 to ensure future UK competitiveness, a report...

Birmingham welcomes press to British Science Festival 2010

18 September 2009 Aston University unveils to journalists its plans for the British Science Festival 2010

Thermochemical pioneer wins prestigious Award

18 September 2009 A Professor of Chemical Engineering at Aston has received a prestigious award for Excellence in Thermochemical Conversion Science.

Matthew Boulton Discovery Day

14 September 2009 Aston University is hosting a free Discovery Day to celebrate the life and work of one of Birminghams most celebrated sons.

Aston expands Energy Scheme

23 July 2009 Aston University is installing a huge Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine, which will bring low carbon power to its campus and beyond.

Aston Formula Student secure top 30 finish

22 July 2009 Top student engineers and designers secured a fantastic top 30 finish in Formula Student

New Health and Medicine Division for IMechE

20 July 2009 A new Research Division of the Institution of Mechanical Engineering has been launched, to create engineering solutions for health and well being...

Graduates driving forward green power

08 July 2009 Graduates at Jaguar Land Rover help design and build an electric powered, environmentally efficient car for Greenpower

Aston Formula Student on track for Silverstone

02 July 2009 Top student engineers have unveiled their Formula Student racing cars at Aston University.

Aston at forefront of low carbon testing

23 June 2009 Aston will be assessing the future of low carbon transport, thanks to a successful consortium bid which will bring a fleet of alternative energy cars...

Lord Mandelson impressed by Aston

19 June 2009 As part of his visit to Aston University on Tuesday 16th June, Lord Mandelson took the opportunity to visit a couple of Astons key current projects,...

Student wins Silver Jubilee Engineering Award

19 June 2009 Engineering student Mamoon Zaheer has won the City of Birmingham Queens Silver Jubilee Engineering award after competing against five Birmingham...

Russian Journalists visit Aston University

18 June 2009 Leading education and business journalists from Russia were invited to Aston University to discover more about the UKs Higher Education system.

Free public exhibition showcasing student engineering talent

29 May 2009 Aston University engineering students will be showcasing a range of engineering models and products at the free Aston Design Show, from Wednesday,...

Aston driving forward bio-energy research and technology

07 May 2009 Aston University is at the forefront of carbon cutting research, which is set to see bio-energy power plants built in the UK, mainland Europe and...

Scientists discover rigid structure in centre of turbulence

29 April 2009 Pioneering mathematical engineers have discovered for the first time a rigid structure which exists within the centre of turbulence, leading to hope...

Unclogging the future of waste water treatment

28 April 2009 The School of Engineering & Applied Science has hosted a two-day international workshop about clogging in constructed wetlands. Otherwise known as...

Rosemary a natural and renewable antioxidant

28 April 2009 The benefits of UK grown rosemary are set to be explored with the potential to create a new genre of renewable bio-based antioxidants. Polymer...

Links strengthened with India

27 April 2009 Professor Robert Berry, Executive Dean of EAS, has led a successful visit to India, which has strengthened the University's international links.

Aston graduates gear up for green power

24 April 2009 Aston graduate recruits from Jaguar Land Rover helped to design and build an electric powered, environmentally efficient car to compete in this years...

British Science Festival returning to Birmingham in 2010

02 April 2009 The British Science Festival one of Europes largest public science events - will be coming to Birmingham in September 2010, the British Science...

Students appear on The Gadget Show

02 April 2009 Students from the School of Engineering & Applied Science tested out a range of hi-tech gizmos and gadgets, after being invited to appear on Channel...

Aston to connect to 350km fibre optic research network

12 March 2009 Aston University will be increasing its research into reliable, high speed internet networks for the future, with a £2.7m government grant connecting...

£3m bio-energy power plant schemes set to benefit India and UK

02 February 2009 Aston University and the Indian Institute of Technology in Delhi have secured a £3m grant to build bio-energy power plants, which will tackle energy...

Research excellence confirmed at Aston University

17 December 2008 The quality and depth of Aston Universitys research has been confirmed in the latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) results, with all four...

Proposals for an Engineering Academy announced

08 December 2008 Plans for a new Engineering Academy based in Birmingham to fill a skills gap and deliver the workforce needed to power an engineering renaissance...

Chief Executive of E.ON UK to lead Universitys governing body

04 December 2008 Aston University alumnus, Paul Golby, Chief Executive of E.ON UK, has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the Universitys Council. Dr Golby...

Business partnership brings prestigious ICT award

25 November 2008 Aston University and Birmingham business Arden Photonics have won a prestigious award for their joint development project of the Modcon Mode...

Former Aston Professor to deliver Royal Institutions Christmas Lectures

17 November 2008 A former Aston University Professor is set to bring scientific research alive for adults and children alike, with a series of talks for the Royal...

New Diploma to encourage next generation of engineers

05 November 2008 Aston University is supporting a new Engineering Diploma, to encourage talented teenagers into the industry and tackle the current engineering skills...

Science Minister sees latest engineering technology at Aston

04 November 2008 Minister of State for Science and Innovation, Lord Paul Drayson, returned to the laboratory, this week, to see the latest in cutting-edge engineering...

Aston University PhD graduate appointed Minister for Science

29 October 2008 Aston University PhD Graduate, Lord Paul Drayson, has been appointed Minister for Science, following a Cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Gordon...

Aston researcher wins fellowship for excellent scientists and engineers

11 September 2008 Dr Elena Turitsyna from the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Aston University has recently been awarded a prestigious research fellowship...

Formula student team on track for Silverstone

11 September 2008 Run by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), FS is Europes biggest student motorsport event and Astons Team Manager, Sarit Shah, is keen...

European grants put Aston photonics group on a stronger wavelength

21 February 2008 Three grants totalling more than one million Euros have been awarded to Aston University, to help revolutionise the use of fibre optic cables in...

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