http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/ Latest news from the Kingston University Press Office en-gb Fri, 11 May 2012 20:20:38 +0100 All content is copyright of Kingston University http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.kingston.ac.uk/includes/img/static/simplefade/KUboxlogo.gif http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/ Absolute Radio breakfast presenters Christian O'Connell and Richie Firth have had their fitness levels put to the test at Kingston University as they prepare for a showdown on the football pitch. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/357/11-05-2012-sports-science-specialists-put-radio-host-christian-oconnell-through-his-paces.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/357/11-05-2012-sports-science-specialists-put-radio-host-christian-oconnell-through-his-paces.html Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Action must be taken to meet climate change targets, according to the newly-appointed YTL Professor of Innovation and Technology Management at Kingston University's Business School. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/355/04-05-2012-tear-up-the-rule-book-to-deal-with-climate-change-says-new-professor-.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/355/04-05-2012-tear-up-the-rule-book-to-deal-with-climate-change-says-new-professor-.html Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Kingston University unveiled a host of events to highlight its specialist expertise and role at the heart of the community during Universities Week. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/353/01-05-2012-events-showcase-wide-ranging-teaching-and-research.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/353/01-05-2012-events-showcase-wide-ranging-teaching-and-research.html Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Kingston University researchers have found that green and white teas could hide abnormal levels of testosterone in athletes. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/351/30-04-2012-olympic-authorities-warned-of-potential-doping-loophole.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/351/30-04-2012-olympic-authorities-warned-of-potential-doping-loophole.html Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 A spacious learning resources centre has opened at the heart of the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture's Knights Park campus. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/349/26-04-2012-former-v-and-a-chief-opens-learning-resources-centre.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/349/26-04-2012-former-v-and-a-chief-opens-learning-resources-centre.html Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Investment opportunities have been disappearing abroad, IAG chief executive Willie Walsh warned during the unveiling of Kingston University's new Business School. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/347/23-04-2012-britain-missing-out-on-investment-air-chief-willie-walsh-tells-kingston-business-school-opening.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/347/23-04-2012-britain-missing-out-on-investment-air-chief-willie-walsh-tells-kingston-business-school-opening.html Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Online paedophiles are moving away from the traditional grooming process and starting highly sexualised chats with children almost straight away, according to new research from Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/345/17-04-2012-paedophiles-online-chats-become-sexualised-within-two-minutes-new-study-says.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/345/17-04-2012-paedophiles-online-chats-become-sexualised-within-two-minutes-new-study-says.html Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 A Kingston University lecturer has been the creative force behind the new Olympic-themed golden doves adorning British Airways' aircraft. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/343/10-04-2012-lecturer-takes-gold-with-designs-for-british-airways-olympic-livery.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/343/10-04-2012-lecturer-takes-gold-with-designs-for-british-airways-olympic-livery.html Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Students from Kingston University have scooped the Mayor of London's low carbon prize after designing a device packed full of eco-friendly information for people moving house. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/341/05-04-2012-mayor-of-london-boris-johnson-applauds-students-sustainable-design.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/341/05-04-2012-mayor-of-london-boris-johnson-applauds-students-sustainable-design.html Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100 One of Britain's most successful furniture designers has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/337/29-03-2012-honorary-degree-for-top-designer-matthew-hilton-.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/337/29-03-2012-honorary-degree-for-top-designer-matthew-hilton-.html Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0100 Kingston University has unveiled an online library categorising more than 1,000 materials used in ecologically-responsible design. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/339/22-03-2012-a-world-of-sustainable-materials-at-the-click-of-a-mouse.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/339/22-03-2012-a-world-of-sustainable-materials-at-the-click-of-a-mouse.html Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Film producer Max Howard has called for institutions to follow in Kingston University's footsteps by doing more to encourage students from different subject areas to work together to develop industry skills. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/333/21-03-2012-hollywood-film-producer-commends-emphasis-on-employability.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/333/21-03-2012-hollywood-film-producer-commends-emphasis-on-employability.html Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Kingston University alumnus Jamal Osman has carried off a prestigious award for a Channel 4 documentary exploring Somali athletes' Olympic aspirations. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/335/21-03-2012-journalism-graduate-scoops-royal-television-society-gong.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/335/21-03-2012-journalism-graduate-scoops-royal-television-society-gong.html Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A Japanese-inspired bridge built by Kingston University architecture students has been creating a stir at Ecobuild - the world's largest show for sustainable design. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/329/16-03-2012-bridge-design-spans-continents-as-well-as-centuries.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/329/16-03-2012-bridge-design-spans-continents-as-well-as-centuries.html Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 The former head of research and development at internationally-renowned Swiss practice Vogt Landscape has taken on a new role at Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/331/16-03-2012-course-director-aims-to-give-students-fresh-view-of-landscape-architecture.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/331/16-03-2012-course-director-aims-to-give-students-fresh-view-of-landscape-architecture.html Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 The new head of the Nursing and Care Quality Forum has outlined the challenges facing the profession at an event hosted by Kingston University, St George's, University of London and the St George's Healthcare NHS Trust. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/325/02-03-2012-nursing-and-care-quality-forum-chair-appeals-for-more-time-for-patients-and-less-paperwork.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/325/02-03-2012-nursing-and-care-quality-forum-chair-appeals-for-more-time-for-patients-and-less-paperwork.html Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A watermelon wearing a swimming cap and an umbrella balancing in a cocktail glass are among the unusual exhibits that have gone on show at Kingston University's Stanley Picker Gallery. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/327/02-03-2012-students-pair-up-with-designer-daniel-eatock-for-one-+-one-exhibition-.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/327/02-03-2012-students-pair-up-with-designer-daniel-eatock-for-one-+-one-exhibition-.html Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A visit to World War II codebreaking centre Bletchley Park has inspired teacher training students from Kingston University to produce a new set of classroom materials. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/323/01-03-2012-teaching-students-find-the-formula-to-make-maths-fun.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/323/01-03-2012-teaching-students-find-the-formula-to-make-maths-fun.html Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 First year Kingston University fashion students found themselves in the limelight during London Fashion Week after teaming up with high-profile artist and designer Dr Noki. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/321/22-02-2012-students-towering-textiles-take-london-fashion-week-by-storm.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/321/22-02-2012-students-towering-textiles-take-london-fashion-week-by-storm.html Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Primary school students as young as 10 should be told about transsexuals and given the option to delay puberty, reality star Drew-Ashlyn Cunningham told film and television students at Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/319/10-02-2012-my-transsexual-summer-star-calls-for-pre-teens-to-be-given-time-to-resolve-gender-confusion.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/319/10-02-2012-my-transsexual-summer-star-calls-for-pre-teens-to-be-given-time-to-resolve-gender-confusion.html Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000