CAMBRIDGE, England, May 26 -- Anglia Ruskin University issued the following news: * * * New study shows millions still lack access to glasses Research supported by Anglia Ruskin University expert shows urgent action is needed Millions of people across the world still lack access to basic eye care such as glasses according to a new study led by Professor Rupert Bourne of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). The research, published in The Lancet Global Health, measured the global availability and  more PR

LONDON, England, May 26 -- Imperial College-London issued the following news: * * * Positive mindset about ageing in over-60s linked to better recovery after a fall By Samantha Rey There is a strong association between an older person's view of how they are ageing and how well they will physically recover after a fall. That is the finding of a new research study from Imperial College London and Coventry University, which is the first to suggest how important psychological factors may be in  more PR

LANCASTER, England, May 26 (TNSrpt) -- Lancaster University issued the following news: * * * Protecting soils in construction - new blueprint for local authorities launched Neglected, overlooked, compacted and thrown away - soil and its sustainable management are often at the bottom of the list of concerns during major construction projects. However, a new blueprint showing how local authorities across England can ensure that soils are better protected during the building of new developments more PR

LANCASTER, England, May 26 -- Lancaster University issued the following news: * * * Research reveals missed opportunities to save George Floyd's life The murder of George Floyd could have been avoided if police had responded to the concerns of bystanders reveals research led by Lancaster University. George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin on May 25 2020. For the first time, psychologists have analysed 12 videos recorded on the body-worn cameras of the attending more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 24 (TNSjou) -- The University of the Witwatersrand issued the following news: * * * Puff adders play an important role in conservation and as a rodent control solution One of Africa's most widespread snakes could be agricultural hero in disguise. New research from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, has revealed that puff adders (Bitis arietans) can be highly efficient at controlling rodent populations that threaten agricultural  more PR