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Research news

With its thriving research and knowledge exchange culture, our researchers and postgraduate students help to evolve academic disciplines, create new understanding and engage with our myriad partners and audiences.

Our press team share stories about our diverse work, shining a light on groundbreaking discoveries, innovative solutions and productive collaborations. From specialist to mainstream applications and interest, our endeavours demonstrate our commitment to make real improvements to lives and societies – locally, nationally and globally.

The articles here give a small insight into what is happening in research and knowledge exchange at the university.

Contact our news and press office teams with any stories you would like to share

 

University of Brighton climbs student-voted national rankings

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The University of Brighton sees a significant rise in the student and alumni-voted Uni Compare rankings, with a Top 10 spot for Student Life

10 June 2026

New paperback release shines light on hidden histories of lesbian fashion and identity

A woman with pink hair poses outside a pink bookshop holding a book

A critically acclaimed exploration of lesbian fashion history by Eleanor Medhurst is reaching new audiences following the release of its first paperback edition

2 June 2026

How do refugee young people build digital lives? Our researchers explore the impacts on wellbeing

Digital Worlds_ project launch event

Brighton researchers bring equity, collaboration and lived experience into investigation into how digital engagement affects wellbeing of refugee young people.

1 June 2026

University of Brighton develops pioneering sensor to detect arthritis before joint damage occurs

An elderly man wearing a jumper holds one wrist in his other hand. You can't see his face

Brighton researchers are developing a first-of-its-kind sensor that could detect osteoarthritis before irreversible joint damage occurs.

20 May 2026

Over half of disabled people excluded from UK beaches, new national survey finds

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Many disabled people are prevented from visiting beaches due to missing accessibility features, a new national survey finds.

19 May 2026

Pharmacy professionals gather at University of Brighton for major conference shaping the future of medicine use and prescription

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The annual Sussex Pharmacy Conference has brought together key NHS partners exploring how the profession can help improve healthcare delivery across the region.

18 May 2026

Brighton student leads community drive to reimagine the historic Preston Village

GREG FITTOCK

A University of Brighton student is leading a major community initiative to transform Preston Village which is one of the city's most historic neighbourhoods.

14 May 2026

The disappearing voices of the New Forest captured in new audio documentary

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New work by writer and University of Brighton lecturer Craig Jordan-Baker captures the voices, language and everyday realities of New Forest Commoners.

8 May 2026

Brighton research sparks global fight against hidden boat pollution

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University of Brighton research into fibreglass pollution in shellfish has inspired a United Nations-endorsed project tackling abandoned boats across Europe.

5 May 2026

Brighton academics win national film award for documentary revealing private world of iconic designer

SUE x HARRIET

A film by University of Brighton researchers on a post-war designer’s home life and legacy has won Best Short Documentary at London Independent Film festival.

27 April 2026

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Teaching Excellence Framework silver award

TEF Silver awarded for the quality of our teaching and student outcomes

Center for World University Rankings 2025 top 4.3%

We are in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, Center for World University Rankings 2025

Race Equality Charter silver award

Race Equality Charter Silver awarded for our pledge to advance representation, progression and success for minority ethnic staff and students

Stonewall LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer Gold Award 2024

We are ranked 14th in Stonewall's top 100 employers for commitment to equality for LGBTQ+ staff and students

Athena Swan Gender Charter Silver Award

We were awarded Athena Swan Silver for advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all

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We are a Disability Confident employer, committed to ensuring opportunity for progression for all

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Signed to the Disabled Student Commitment, an initiative to improve support for disabled students

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EcoCampus Platinum accredited for our environmental sustainability, compliance and processes

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