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Dr Peter Matanle Publishes New Article on Depopulation and Biodiversity

Japan’s declining population in agricultural regions could be having a damaging impact on biodiversity – a trend that could spread through East Asia and Europe as global fertility rates fall – according to an international study.
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German Writing Competition [555] Winners - Congratulations!

In Spring 2025, the German section of the MLTC called all learners of German for the second time to take part in a writing competition.

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Launch of ‘Muses Mind Machine’, a new Centre of Excellence

The interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence ‘Muses Mind Machine’, has now officially been launched.

"Living with Young-Onset Dementia: Our Music, Our Voice" Film Launches

Watch the powerful short film exploring the musical diversity of people living with young-onset dementia, and how we might innovate new tools and technologies to support interacting with music.
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Squid Game: the real debt crisis shaking South Korea that inspired the hit TV show

Squid Game provides a sharp critique of the socio-economic inequality that plagues the lives of many in South Korea. More specifically, it speaks to the deepening household debt crisis affecting the lower and middle classes.

| Published by The Conversation