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WMG helps Birmingham manufacturer strengthen its position in advanced manufacturing
Experts from the SME Group at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒 have pledged their support to one of Birmingham鈥檚 longest-established manufacturers, helping them to strengthen supply chains and diversify into new, high-growth markets.
successfully applied for 拢199,500 through the for funding to develop a new manufacturing process for a critical component used inside electric vehicle motors.
WMG welcomes global leaders from industry, education and innovation
From July to September, Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 welcomed senior representatives from government, industry and higher education institutions worldwide.
The visits showcased WMG鈥檚 role in connecting research, industry, and policy, while strengthening international partnerships.
WMG professor welcomes West Midlands鈥� reindustrialisation plan
Professor David Greenwood, Director for Industrial Engagement and CEO of WMG HVM Catapult, welcomes the West Midlands' reindustrialisation plans as part of the region's wider Growth Strategy.
Research reveals how automated mobility will transform the transportation workforce
Academics at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 were one of 13 partners on the European research project entitled Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility - Employment Realisation through Acquisition of Skills (CCAM-ERAS), examining how automation will transform the transport workforce and identifying the actions needed to support a fair, resilient and future-ready transition to automated mobility.
WMG leads major AI project to boost healthcare intelligence
Academics at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 are working on a pioneering project that uses AI鈥慸riven community鈥憀evel healthcare intelligence to support preventative healthcare prioritisation.
Project SNOW is supported by Google.org through the global and was one of just 15 selected for funding from over 2,600 applications worldwide.
The project will help address one of the NHS's longest-standing challenges that people who need healthcare most are often the least likely to receive it. The intelligence will allow healthcare providers to decide where to intervene and who to prioritise, and to evaluate efficacy.
The pattern - known as the - has persisted for half a century. In England, one in four deaths is linked to public healthcare not reaching people in time, with more than 300 lives lost every day to conditions that earlier identification could have prevented. In the most deprived communities, life expectancy is up to 9.5 years lower than in the wealthiest.
WMG academic featured in inspiring new book for children
, Associate Professor of Electrochemical Materials at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒, is featured in a new book designed to inspire the next generation of scientists.
Scientists Making a Difference by broadcaster and multi-award-winning engineer celebrates the many and varied careers shaping the future of science — and the incredible people behind them.
Ivana's story is one of 47 to be featured in the book, recognising the scientists and changemakers helping to make our world a better place.
In her chapter, 'How to Make Batteries Sustainable', Ivana explains how her work at WMG is helping the transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy systems through innovative battery technologies — namely, sodium-ion batteries
WMG professor welcomes Wayve-Uber announcement on autonomous rides
Expert comment from , Head of Safe Autonomy at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒, following Wayve and Uber鈥檚 launch of the first supervised autonomous rides in the UK.
Powering the next generation of electrified mobility
Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 and , have received funding through the UK Government's latest to accelerate zero-emission vehicle innovation.
Delivered by the in partnership with the and , the DRIVE35 programme is part of the UK Government鈥檚 Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan, which outlines its commitment to a zero-emission future, with an unprecedented 拢4 billion of grant funding available to 2035 for automotive research and development, scale-up, and transformation.
WMG June 2026 recap
Throughout June, representatives from Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 welcomed Ministers, regional leaders, industry groups, and guests from the University of Ghana. Staff also represented WMG in Parliament and at international graduation ceremonies.
These visits and meetings underscore WMG鈥檚 key role in bridging the gap between academia and industry, and highlight its strong commitment to collaboration and innovation regionally, nationally, and internationally.
WMG Professor wins prestigious BSI Impact Award
Professor , Head of Safe Autonomy at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒, has been named the winner of a prestigious
Professor Khastgir received the Leadership Award in the Standards Makers category, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, innovation and impact in advancing public trust in the safety of autonomous vehicles. His work has played a pivotal role in shaping national and international safety standards and how they link with regulation.