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Tuning into brainwave rhythms speeds up learning in adults

31 Jan 2023

The first study to show that delivering information at the natural tempo of our neural pulses accelerates our ability to learn.

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Cambridge University and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore establish new research centre to support lifelong learning

06 Oct 2020

A new research centre focused on improving support for lifelong learning and cognitive agility opened on 1 October 2020 in Singapore.

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Lifelong learning and the plastic brain

19 Nov 2014

Our brains are plastic. They continually remould neural connections as we learn, experience and adapt. Now researchers are asking if new...

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Turn over a new leaf at the Institute of Continuing Education

10 Aug 2013

From the science of space, to the history of formal gardens, the Institute of Continuing Education has courses to suit a wide range of interests, and...

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New funding for part-time study could boost student numbers

10 Aug 2012

New government funding for part-time study may lead to a surge of older students returning to the classroom, according to the Director of the...

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