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The University of Brighton is involved in many different aspects of community life.

Here you will read about news and updates on the latest developments on our partnership activities. It will also include highlights and successes from our community-university partnerships and projects, student engagement initiatives and activities, and opportunities to get involved.

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Brighton lecturer’s new book reveals the hidden universe living beneath our feet – and why it matters to us all

Moss growing on floor

A newly released book takes us on a microscopic safari with tiny creatures showing why the humble Moss plant could be the key to major scientific breakthroughs.

20 June 2025

Brighton student designers and architects reimagine safety, comfort, and inclusion at summer show

Accessible Induction hob

From home safety to making emergency medicine more accessible, University of Brighton students are fixing everyday problems with bold inclusive solutions.

10 June 2025

Artist’s blood cancer treatment inspires powerful new exhibition at University of Brighton

MARKUS TAYLOR

A University of Brighton graduate has turned his own cancer journey into a striking art installation exploring illness and the duality of medical treatment.

9 June 2025

Social worker turned university student aims to revolutionise sex education for people with learning disabilities

Woman reaching out to touch a blue body mat.

A Brighton student and former social worker has created a sex education toolkit to help people with learning disabilities understand relationships and consent.

5 June 2025

Pioneering new project explores inclusive open water swimming with visually impaired community

Aerial view of Brighton seafront with Victorian buildings along Marine Drive and Madeira Drive with the Volks Electric Railway in the foreground

A groundbreaking project is supporting visually impaired people across Sussex to enjoy the mental and physical benefits of open water swimming.

4 June 2025

Brighton student wins global prize with AI-powered platform which predicts injuries for elite athletes

Abdulmalik behind computer

A University of Brighton student has won a global prize for his AI tool that predicts sports injuries and could change how sports teams handle player health.

22 May 2025

New hub to transform pharmacy education and research across Sussex opens at University of Brighton

Donna at SIMER Launch

The Sussex Institute of Medicines Education and Research (SIMER) will focus on improving medicine use, pharmacy education and clinical research across Sussex.

19 May 2025

Former nurse turns personal struggles into pioneering foot health resource for student nurses

Nurse walking in hospital

A podiatry student who had to quit her job as an emergency nurse due to a foot injury has used her experience to help student nurses care for their feet.

14 May 2025

Neurodivergent business coach to inspire students and the community at free, public leadership event for Mental Health Awareness Month

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University of Brighton alumna Jacqueline McCullough returns to campus to headline the third event in the university’s Women in Leadership series.

25 April 2025

Brighton’s Wild House offers radical blueprint for sustainable social housing and policy reform

Augmented reality binoculars

A new sustainable social housing showcase designed to inspire policy makers to rethink how homes can better connect people with nature is now open at Brighton.

24 April 2025

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