Research news and events Latest news View all 22 May 2024 New study uses VR to support people with a fear of public speaking 22 May 2024 Did Kim Kardashian steal from Black culture to build her body, brands and profit? New study investigated. 20 May 2024 Autistic people's feelings mostly misread – empathy works both ways, research reveals 20 May 2024 Brunel's new £5m collaboration to help UK prepare for climate change 16 May 2024 BCAST's Brian Cantor scoops Royal Society Fellowship 13 May 2024 New high-tech socks monitor distress in people with dementia 08 May 2024 Stopping smokeless tobacco could save India, Bangladesh and Pakistan $23bn in lifetime healthcare costs, study shows 07 May 2024 Legal study into responsible use of AI in heritage sector announced as part of nationwide initiative