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Brighton graduate Caroline Mukebezi awarded grant from Elton John Aids Foundation to improve access to HIV care and education for youth in Uganda.
I wouldn't have been able to do all these things if not for the Forward Bound scholarship, which made it possible for me to come to Brighton to get all this knowledge.
Caroline Mukebezi
New funding for pioneering lab researching the health impacts of climate change
With the seven hottest years on record occurring since 2015, the threat of climate change to wider population health is clear; we are delighted to fund this new chamber, which will allow the Brighton team to expand into new areas of health-related research.
Paul Ramsbottom, Chief Executive, The Wolfson Foundation
New PhD scholarship focused on trans and non-binary inclusion in collaboration with the Paul Cottingham Trust
We are proud to join the University of Brighton in this innovative and exciting project which embodies our shared commitment to achieving an inclusive and equal society where everyone can achieve their unique potential and enjoy the same rights, obligations and privileges as others.
Lord Michael Cashman CBE
Student entrepreneurs pitch their innovative ideas
Not only does the competition offer invaluable experience in pitching proposals to a professional audience, it also encourages participants to develop the ideas they’re passionate about into real-world applications.
Clare Griffiths, Business Development Manager (Entrepreneurship)
The University of Brighton has appointed Professor Donna Whitehead as its next Vice-Chancellor, commencing her role on 1 February 2025.
I am absolutely committed to ensuring that our university continues to change lives, to deliver impact, and to use its power to make a positive difference in the world.
Professor Donna Whitehead












