The importance of words in neurodiversity
The words we use in studying neurodiversity are important. It's easy to get caught up in the conversation about words. This is often generated by not wanting to cause offense or being in search of ...
Words matter – a conversational Integrated Vehicle Health Management lexicon
There are many well established barriers to successful digital transformation which prevent full realisation of desired benefits. It is generally recognised that only 30% of digital transformation efforts deliver these results. One of the ...
Extending global networks for responsible cyberpower
Smaller nations are facing more concerted cyber-attacks, from hostile states, criminal gangs and terrorists. And like other countries, whatever their size, their governments, institutions and businesses lack capacity when it comes to dealing with the ...
Cranfield underwater archaeological research features in two new TV series
What archaeological mysteries might lie on the seafloor? Two new series currently airing on TV feature Dr Peter Campbell and his research in underwater archaeology. Lost Treasures of Rome The series Lost Treasures of Rome ...
Happy first birthday DARTeC!
The challenges of the past few years with restrictions enforced by Covid-19 resonated across all of our University operations and developments. But amidst these restrictions, last summer, we were still able to mark a significant ...
If only… A snapshot of life with hearing loss
If only… My day starts with being shaken awake by my vibrating alarm clock. Being deaf means that a normal alarm clock has no effect. After showering and dressing I put in my hearing aid ...
In the news: Cranfield academics on the UK’s water supply
The last month has seen unprecedented media coverage concerning the ongoing drought and the effect on our water supply. More recently the news has looked at how water companies manage their supplies, and how rivers, ...
Is a career in digital aviation right for you?
We live in a challenging but also amazing time with seemingly endless possibilities. Technological and scientific innovations abound and accelerate, and aviation is no exception. Many are drawn to aviation as a career path. The ...
Me, myself, and anxiety
Then and now I remember the moment very well – I was sat at a desk talking to my boss, pointing out the key elements of a strategic plan. I was in quite a stressful ...
Why the next generation of aircraft need to become conscious
Imagine an aircraft with a human-like nervous system, aware of the health of its core organs and covered in a skin which enables it to sense damage and changes in the external environment, such as ...