COVID-19 Response
Responding to the challenge
During these unprecedented times, our 2030 Strategy is guiding our response to Coronavirus.
Dr Louise Bright, Director of Research and Business Engagement, said: “USW is and will continue to draw upon its research expertise, its excellence in teaching, as well as its civic commitment to the people of Wales, in order to collectively act in response to those directly affected by Coronavirus. Working in partnership has never been more important.”
We are proud to work with our partners to tackle the pandemic by:
- Research to address the pandemic
- Supporting the NHS
- Supporting the regional economy
- Supporting graduate businesses
We're interested in collaborating with businesses who are applying for Welsh Government funding to develop or manufacture Covid-related devices, equipment and solutions. We offer academic expertise, R&D facilities and a strong track record in applied research. Contact us.
Working together to contribute to the response
Scientists at the University of South Wales have developed a new rapid diagnostic test for patients with Covid-19.
Engineering researchers have developed an innovative blood oxygen monitor that will help determine appropriate and early lifesaving treatment.
Student nurses who have been on placement during the pandemic recorded a message for fellow students.
Since the outbreak of Covid-19 emerged in the UK, the University of South Wales’s Clinical Simulation Centre has played a key role in the effort to fight the pandemic.
USW Engineers are leading a project to produce specialist personal protective equipment (PPE) for key workers.
Professor Christian Kaunert has helped establish a Europe-wide network to share best practice on policing the Coronavirus crisis.
A team of USW chemists is working together to make hand sanitiser during the Coronavirus pandemic.
The University has launched a free course for people aimed at people who are currently on furlough, out of work, or looking to change jobs.
Along with that we are concerned about the health of our loved ones and ourselves, access to resources, what will happen next, and when and how it will all end.
Megan is the first ever student learning disability nurse to undertake an extended placement with the Acute Liaison Nurse for People with Learning Disabilities.
USW's Alumni Office offers direct support and signposting to resources for established graduate entrepreneurs or those in startup phase.
A USW lecturer and graduate have been using art to help support the mental health and wellbeing of vulnerable people through the Covid-9 pandemic.