Question 1

What equipment is available in the science laboratories?

Accepted Answer

The science laboratories offer modern ecological surveying equipment such as bat detectors and night vision wildlife cameras for biological research studies. Analyst equipment includes instruments for chemical, physiological, environmental and DNA analysis, as well as microbiological culturing and microscopy. These fully-equipped labs are located between the castle and Italian Gardens.

Question 2

What safety gear do I need to enter the cell culture lab?

Accepted Answer

Full personal protective equipment (PPE) is required to enter the Cell Culture Lab. This gives students, particularly those aiming for a research career, valuable experience working in protective gear. The facility includes an entry vestibule where users gown up before stepping into the main lab.

Question 3

What kind of projects take place in the cell culture lab?

Accepted Answer

The Cell Culture Lab supports teaching and student projects on living cell lines from mammalian and insect origin. Example projects include investigating the effects of caffeine-induced cellular stress on DNA damage responses and studying antioxidant effects on human fibroblast cells. The lab provides a clean environment for this type of work.

Question 4

What food options are available at the Refectory?

Accepted Answer

The Refectory serves hot meals made with fresh local produce, along with vegan and gluten-free options. You can enjoy international flavours from the noodle bar, or choose from the soup bowl, salad bar, or the Student Eats counter, which offers rotating hot meals and hot dogs at student-friendly prices. The menu changes daily.

Question 5

What resources does the university library provide?

Accepted Answer

The library provides around 350,000 e-books and more than 30,000 academic e-journals, in addition to print books, journals, music scores, CDs and DVDs.

Question 6

What study spaces are available in the library?

Accepted Answer

The library offers a mix of study spaces including quiet areas, group study zones, bookable rooms, and comfortable sofa spaces for reading or reflection. Dedicated computer suites are available upstairs, or you can bring your own device thanks to plenty of power outlets. Walk-in spaces are available throughout the building, and rooms can also be booked in advance or on the day.

Question 7

What facilities does the Commons building at Newton Park offer?

Accepted Answer

The Commons building at Newton Park offers social learning spaces, bookable group working rooms and pods, and a café for grabbing a drink or snack. It has countryside views and is available for use if you have classes at Newton Park.

Question 8

What can I see in the campus greenhouse?

Accepted Answer

The greenhouse, located within the Walled Gardens, is a well-managed open access facility where you can see a range of plants and foods that are conserved and grown.

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