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We are the mind, heart & hands of society. We are a dedicated family of students, teachers, researchers and change-makers. We are the School of Social Sciences.
Nottingham
Joined March 2011
Paramedics and Allied Health Professions are key to NHS reform – but where is their leadership? Dr Carl Webster discusses the UK’s new 10-year health plan for England 🚑 https://t.co/BB3sbB63fU
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Life at NTU is more than studying 🫶 Here’s why we're #ProudToBeNTU: 1st in the UK for Employability (Uni Compare 2025) 💼 2nd most sustainable uni in the world (UI GreenMetric 2024) 🌍 Sport University of the Year 2026 (Daily Mail 2026) 🏅 Apply now: https://t.co/a46iMJo19W
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The Nobel peace prize has a record of being awarded to controversial nominees, by Dr Colin Alexander of @NTUSocSciences for @ConversationUK #NTUExperts @rubberdoll82
https://t.co/Nth9ofUhlx
theconversation.com
Donald Trump might seem like an unlikely candidate, but previous winners have come in for criticism too.
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How generative AI could change how we think and speak, by Dr Antonio Cerella of @NTUSocSciences for @ConversationUK #AI
https://t.co/oWzFtzVWYW
theconversation.com
Over-reliance on chatbots could be eroding our language and critical thinking skills.
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A landmark study which followed 800 children through their adolescent years suggests that one in 10 boys experience Internet Gaming Disorder by age 18, find out more 👇 @Dr_Kuss
#Gaming #NTUResearch
https://t.co/39trgLo1Cz
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👏 Congratulations to Prof Clifford Stevenson who has been appointed as Distinguished Professor at Tohoku University (on an affiliate basis) as part of the Japanese Government's Universities for Research Excellence initiative. Find out more 👇 https://t.co/C9JNTPzZCk
ntu.ac.uk
Prof Clifford Stevenson has been appointed as Distinguished Professor at Tohoku University (on an affiliate basis) as part of the Japanese Government's Universities for Research Excellence initiative.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to our #NTUOpenDay tomorrow👋 There's nothing like seeing our campuses for yourself, and our open days are a great opportunity to discover why NTU is the right university for you. Book your place👉 https://t.co/E6CV9IYU80
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A landmark study which followed 800 children through their adolescent years suggests that one in 10 boys experience Internet Gaming Disorder by age 18, and age 12 is the critical time for intervention @Dr_Kuss @NTUSocSciences #Gaming #NTUResearch
mirror.co.uk
A landmark study following children for eight years describes internet gaming disorder (IGD) and the symptoms parents should look out for
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Inspirational primatologist, Dr Jane Goodall, leaves us with an extraordinary example of how to live a life, writes Professor @WallerBridget @NTUSocSciences
https://t.co/LVCNCm0vvR
#NTUResearch
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🎉 Congrats to our #Psychology student Amy Sotkes, Khadiza Aktar, Trisha Chopra & Lily Sibanda whose work features in the @BPSOfficial Teachers’ Toolkit booklet “A student’s guide to university transition”! https://t.co/w0oOq0d4ED
bps.org.uk
We’ve teamed up with the Association for the Teaching of Psychology (ATP) to create a free toolkit to support your teaching.
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🏫 Should schools reward perfect attendance? Dr Chris Rolph, Director of Nottingham Institute of Education at @NottmTrentUni, spoke to @BBCRadioLincs about the use of TVs as a reward for 100% attendance in schools. 🌐Find out more:
bbc.co.uk
Haven High Academy is "resolutely committed" to improving attendance, says the head teacher.
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Has the back to school tiredness set in yet?💤 Professor John Groeger from @SleepWellSci @NTUSocSciences explores primary age sleep, and how we can make sure our children are getting the best night's rest they can to help them learn and grow🛌📈 #Sleep #BacktoSchool #NTUResearch
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🎉 We're proud to announce that NTU has been ranked in the top 25 universities in the country by The Guardian University Guide 2026. (1/4)
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You received the #EmergencyAlert yesterday, but would you know what to do if the alarm sounded for real? 🚨 Professor @hill_rowenahill @NTUSocSciences says that the test is just the beginning, and its the discussions around preparation which matter most 👉 https://t.co/6bT2SsmjRx
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What will Angela Rayner’s resignation mean for Keir Starmer’s government? Thomas Caygill explains what could happen next in @ConversationUK
https://t.co/IcddeiWaLO
theconversation.com
The deputy prime minister’s departure has triggered a reshuffle and leaves the government in a weak spot.
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🎉 Huge congratulations to our MA Magazine Journalism graduate, Cara Wheeldon, winner of the Mark Allen Group Practical Magazine Journalism Award at the @NCTJ_news Diploma Awards! 📰 Read more here👉 https://t.co/rhYOebwK92
#NTU #Journalism #NCTJ #StudentSuccess
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Our Clearing Call Centre is now open: Thursday 14 August - 8.00 am - 9.00 pm Friday 15 August - 8.00 am - 7.00 pm Saturday 16 August - 9.00 am - 5.00 pm Sunday 17 August - 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Call us on 0115 848 6000 or visit https://t.co/RmYABMLbTd.
#Clearing2025 #ALevels2025
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Do you feel frustrated overtaking cyclists or horse riders? Stress behind the wheel can lead to risky decisions, but @CrundallProf @NTUSocSciences shares how mindfulness can help us to drive safer and protect vulnerable road users 🧠🐎🚴♂️@NTUResearch @BritishHorse @RoadSafetyTrust
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Can memes fight disinformation? A new report from NTU explores how humour and internet culture are being used as powerful tools to counter Russian propaganda and support Ukraine online. 🔗 Read the full story:
ntu.ac.uk
A new report by Nottingham Trent University (NTU) reveals how internet memes have become powerful tools in the global fight against information disorder during the war in Ukraine.
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Motorcyclists make up less than 1% of UK road traffic but account for around 20% of road fatalities. New research from the School of Social Sciences at NTU shows a short video tutorial can improve driver awareness by tackling psychological blind spots. 👇 https://t.co/0xE0rgUsk3
ntu.ac.uk
Research which explores why car drivers often fail to spot motorcyclists on the road has revealed how a simple video intervention could help save lives.
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