Surrey’s water and human health work internationally recognised by the United Nations

The University of Surrey’s Robens Centre for Public and Environmental Health (RCPEH) and Centre for Environmental and Health Engineering (CEHE) have just become re-designated World Health Organization (WHO) collaborating centres for the protection of water quality and human health.

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Stress balls, DVDs and conversation ease pain and anxiety during surgery

New Surrey research discovers that simple distraction techniques can help patients to relax during surgery and reduce their pain.

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Improved fire detection with new ultra-sensitive, ultraviolet light sensor

A new study published today in Scientific Reports has discovered that a material traditionally used in ceramics, glass and paint can be manipulated to produce an ultra-sensitive UV light sensor, paving the way for improved fire and gas detection.

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University of Surrey opens new £1.8 million sports pitches

The University of Surrey has opened a new terrace of grass sports pitches at Surrey Sports Park after 18 months of development.

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New findings show stark inequalities in ageing as government encourages us to work longer

Changes in pension and employment policies are making it increasingly necessary for older people in the UK to work beyond the age of 65. However, new research from the University of Surrey finds significant differences in the likelihood of employment and income levels of people beyond 65, depending on their gender and health.

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Stopping at red lights exposes drivers to high levels of air pollution, new study finds

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