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The impacts of COVID-19 on the self-employed in the UK – The Open University

EditorJuly 9, 2020July 9, 2020

An OU academic is leading the expert panel strand of a new research project to consider the impacts of COVID-19 on the self-employed in the UK. Professor Elizabeth Daniel, Professor of Information Management in OU’s Faculty of Business and Law and her collaborators have been awarded a COVID-19 Rapid Response grant of £178,000 by UK […]

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Optimism as vaccine trial progresses, the impact of COVID-19 on the self-employed, and the largest study into long-term effects of the virus launched – 8th July

EditorJuly 8, 2020July 8, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the last 24 hours. 1. Imperial College London shares...

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Has COVID-19 changed the public perception of nursing? – The Open University

EditorJuly 7, 2020

During the midst of the pandemic, nurses and other frontline staff were the subject of praise from the government and public with the weekly NHS clap, dedicated shopping hours and shared gratitude for their lifesaving work. But, with restrictions beginning to ease and the public eager to return to normality, how long will nurses remain […]

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How the pandemic has changed public perception of nursing, urgent study launched into the long-term effects of COVID-19 and academic share their frontline experiences – 6th July

EditorJuly 6, 2020July 6, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the weekend. 1. University of Cambridge’s Dr Stephen Baker...

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Benefits claims during COVID-19, abuse of shopworkers doubles during lockdown and be careful when cuddling your pet – 29th June

EditorJune 29, 2020June 29, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the weekend. 1. The Open University shares research findings...

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Effect of COVID-19 lockdown experience on refugees and asylum seekers – Open University

EditorJune 19, 2020

An OU research project into the experiences of asylum seekers and refugees during COVID-19 lockdown, finds that many have endured similar situations before. According to Professor Marie Gillespie, OU Professor of...

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COVID-19 death risk differences between NHS trusts, calculate your risk of contracting the virus and protests during the pandemic – 15th June

EditorJune 15, 2020June 15, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the weekend. 1. Keele University professor secures research funding...

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Journalism students using TikTok to reach young audiences and the impact of COVID-19 on women – 19th May

EditorMay 19, 2020May 19, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the last 24 hours. 1. Ulster University students inform...

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How the pandemic is changing technology use, dogs in COVID-19 detection and manufacturing more PPE – 18th May

EditorMay 18, 2020May 18, 2020

Here’s a round-up of some of the latest stories about UK university COVID-19 projects and initiatives shared on social media over the weekend. 1. Academic launches international study into the...

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The impacts of COVID-19 on the self-employed in the UK – The Open University

Has COVID-19 changed the public perception of nursing? – The Open University

Effect of COVID-19 lockdown experience on refugees and asylum seekers – Open University

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