A selection of published articles and broadcasts from January, 2010, that featured people and events associated with the University of Sussex.
National, international, education
Seven applications for every place at top universities
Applications for the University of Sussex have risen by 32 per cent this year.
Fighting words
Holocaust survivor Freddie Knoller recounted his experiences at a talk for the University's Centre for German-Jewish Studies.
28/01/10 Times Higher Education Supplement
Revealed: secrets of a housing millionaire
Alumna Gill Fielding, rental agent, explained how she became so successful.
24/01/10 Sunday Express
'Radio' Poyet turned on by the task at Brighton
New manager of Brighton and Hove Albion, Gus Poyet, explained while training at the University of Sussex's facilities, how much he enjoyed the role.
22/01/10 The Daily Telegraph
Rising star Ruth Aspden
The work of the University, with assistant head teacher Ruth Aspden to develop special needs equipment, explained.
22/01/10 The Times Educational Supplement
Sex for grades in Africa's academy
Professor Louise Morley's and Dr Katie Lussier's (Education) research found that sexual harassment is widespread in universities in Ghana and Tanzania.
As above
A woman on a mission
Alumna Sonia El Kahal Maclean revealed her plan to create an agency that could dispatch consultants across the world.
19/01/10 The Independent
Are you feeling ruff?
James Williams (Education) explained it is common for people to feel less energetic in winter.
15/01/10 Times Educational Supplement (England, Scotland).
Isaac Newton's falling apple tale drops into the web
Professor Robert Iliffe (History), editorial director for the Newton Project, noted the importance of a new online publication of William Stukeley's memoirs.
Who gets your vote in the baby debate?
Dr Susan Ayers (Psychology) explained it was unreasonable to expect mothers to instinctively care for their babies.
Social studies: A daily miscellany of information
Dr Margaret Couvillon (Biology) noted that Killer Bees failed to out-perform European Honey Bees in learning and memory tests.
11/1/10 The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
Down and out in Wolverhampton
Alumnus Raphael Selbourne discussed the background to his Costa Award-winning new novel, Beauty.
No expense spared
Andrew Newell (Economics) and Dr Ian Gazeley (History) describe how living standards in Britain have changed in the past 40 years.
Positive lyrics keep teens on track
Dr Tobias Greitemeyer's (Psychology) research shows certain music has a positive affect on teenagers.
Positive lyrics hit home with grumpy teenagers, study says
As above
04/01/10 The Guardian/ Manchester Evening News
Virtue is rewarded in a reversal of fortune
Institute of Development Studies research revealed people are saving less in Kenya, Zambia, Jamaica and Indonesia.
04/01/10 The Australian Financial Review
Archive funds secured
A new archive centre is to be built at the University, thanks to a joint effort with the local council.
01/01/10 BBC Who Do You Think You Are?
Broadcast
Cameron's time
Dr Tim Bale (Politics) interviewed about his new book charting the recent history of the Tory party, from Thatcher to Cameron.
31/01/10 Westminster Hour BBC Radio 4
Toxic dump
Professor Gordon Mackerron (Sussex Energy Group) was interviewed about radioactive waste management.
24/01/10 'Country File' BBC1
One year on
Dr Clive Webb (History) talked about the first anniversary of Obama's presidency.
21/01/10 BBC Radio Sussex
Ooh arr just a little bit
Dr Christian Uffmann (English) talked about the disappearance of local accents and the emergence of regional accents.
13/01/10 BBC Radio Sussex
'Witness': 'Revolution at the LSE'
Professor Martin Shaw (International Relations) was interviewed about his experience as a student during protests at the LSE in 1969.
12/01/10 BBC World Service
'Talking History'
Dr Lucy Robinson (History) interviewed about post-traumatic stress disorder and why the Falklands War is seen as particularly traumatic.
10/01/10 Newstalk
Electric air
Dr Jim Watson (SPRU) was interviewed about the government's offshore wind farm policy.
BBC TV News
07/01/10
BBC Radio Wales
08/01/10
Tasty words
Dr Jamie Ward (Psychology) explained about synaesthesia, with a guest who can taste words.
Local, regional
Worldwide celebration
Coverage of the University of Sussex's winter graduation ceremony/
29/01/10 The Argus
Turning a degree into a career
Centre for Cities report rated Brighton highly as a city that graduates could get work in.
26/01/10 The Argus
A degree of satisfaction
University's top ranking in student satisfaction poll reported.
21/01/10 The Argus
'I'm over the moon with OBE'
Alumnus Dr Peter Briggs was awarded an OBE for services to education.
07/01/10 Wandsworth Guardian
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away
Dr Seb Oliver's (Physics) research has revealed the latest pictures from our galaxy.
02/01/10 The Argus
Brighton
University noted for its recent performance in the Centre for Higher Education Development Excellence Ranking 2009.
01/01/10 Midlands Business Insider
Periodicals
Can you make a career out of eventing?
Student and champion eventer Emily Llewellyn explained the importance of studying as she pursues her equestrian career
28/01/10 Horse and Hounds
Brain 'asymmetry' underlies hypnosis
Professor Zoltan Dienes (Psychology) supported theories that suggest hypnosis involves a switch from left-sided brain activity.
23/01/10 New Scientist
Clarity on Honey Bee collapse
Francis Ratnieks' (Biology) study on Honey Bee mortality published.
08/01/10 Science
Counting their blessings
Research by the Institute of Development Studies revealed that some people were saving less than others.
02/01/10 The Economist
BMJ Group announces its shortlists for awards
Professor Lesley Fallowfield (Life Sciences) nominated for a BMJ Group Lifetime Achievement Award.
02/01/10 British Medical Journal
Products in action
The University's decision to install energy-efficient windows noted.
01/01/2010 Public sector and Local government Building / Building News