News from 2026

Bradford alumni wins Study UK Alumni Awards for AI research

University of Bradford graduate Dr Bashir Mohammed has won a prestigious Study UK Alumni Award in Los Angeles for his AI research, reinforcing the University’s global impact. His journey reflects the ethos of the ‘It Starts in Bradford’ campaign, which celebrates careers built from day one, ideas that shape the world, and places where talent thrives. Two further alumni were shortlisted internationally, highlighting Bradford’s growing influence on the global stage across innovation, sustainability and social impact.

Exhibition explores Muslim railway heritage

An exhibition exploring the impact of Muslim communities on railway development is taking place at the University of Bradford. 

Disability activist backs £1m home care medicines safety

A disability activist is supporting a major new £1 million research project from the University of Bradford aimed at improving medication safety for people receiving care at home.

Green plaque honours global impact of Bradford Sling

A World Origin Site green plaque has been unveiled at the University of Bradford to commemorate the global impact of the Bradford Sling and the world‑leading Plastic Surgery and Burns Research Unit (PSBRU), where the innovation was developed.  

Bradford research shapes national warning that England is raising an Inactive Nation

England faces a growing crisis in children’s physical activity, with over half of primary pupils failing to meet daily guidelines. A new Centre for Social Justice report, Inactive Nation, draws heavily on University of Bradford research, particularly Creating Active Schools. The evidence shows that embedding movement across the whole school day is effective and sustainable, especially in disadvantaged communities. With national PE and School Sport Partnerships due, Bradford’s work demonstrates how policy ambition could translate into practical, equitable change nationally.