Researcher develops better ways to convert CO2 and biofuel byproducts into valuable chemicals
A University of Alberta researcher has developed better ways to convert carbon dioxide, a harmful greenhouse gas, and glycerol, a leftover of biodiesel production, into value-added materials with wide-ranging uses including liquid hydrogen storage.
Business students win Championship in HSBC/HKU Hong Kong Business Case Competition
The 2021 HSBC/HKU Hong Kong Business Case Competition of this year encourages students to combine business thinking and sustainable development strategies to promote...
New study: women who work in coastal sciences face disproportionate challenges in the field
A job working on the ocean or at the coast is often considered a dream role for emerging scientists, but for women the reality can be very different compared to their male colleagues.
Experts offer finance tips at UC community weekend
We caught up with University of Canterbury (UC) graduate Zoe Wallis of Forsyth Barr, and former Chief Economist of Deloitte and Kiwibank, ahead of the University’s 150th Anniversary Alumni and Community Weekend...
‘Animal-Stress’ Signal Improves Plant Drought Resilience
A team of Australian and German researchers has discovered a novel pathway that plants can use to save water and improve their drought tolerance.
New research institute to accelerate the search for a cure for MND
The new UK Motor Neuron Disease Research Institute, or UK MND RI, aims to discover new treatments that could ultimately mean MND becomes a curable condition.
Promising new therapy for inoperable brain cancers
Australian scientists have made progress on a potential new approach that could be used to treat some of the most deadly brain cancers.
Double awards win for UC Pacific education specialist
University of Canterbury (UC) Senior Lecturer Leali’ie’e Dr Tufulasi Taleni has been recognised for his research and impact in the field of Pacific education, winning two national awards.
Innovative fitness program encourages kids with heart disease or transplants to train safely at...
Zacharie Biollo, 16, was born with a ventricle missing in his heart and had three life-saving surgeries by the time he was three years old.
University of Bristol joins innovative therapeutic drug discovery partnership
The University of Bristol has joined the Evotec beLAB1407 BRIDGE Partnership, an innovative venture aiming to advance new therapeutic drug discoveries.
