World-first fusion device to be built at UNSW Sydney
A small-scale tokamak device – designed, built and managed by UNSW students – is set be housed at university’s main Kensington campus.
UWA researchers recognised in Premier’s Science Awards
A world leader in agricultural science from The University of Western Australia was last night named WA Scientist of the Year while three other UWA researchers won their categories in this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.
Geographer wins prestigious award for innovative teaching
Mel Wall, a geographer in the School of Environment, won a national tertiary excellence award for innovation in learning, teaching and curriculum.
Water safety education in range of environments viable tool to reduce drownings
Combining water safety education in both a swimming pool and open water improves children’s aquatic skills and adaptability, reducing the risk of drowning, a University of Otago-led study has found.
Malaysian student paving the way in AI
Jee Chee Chan is enjoying new opportunities in New Zealand as the first Malaysian student to enrol in a new Master of Artificial Intelligence degree at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch.
Closing in on cure for common leukaemia
A groundbreaking leukaemia test can help identify patients who are strong candidates for lifelong treatment free remission (TFR) – meaning they are effectively cured of the disease.
New Ivey Academy workshop explores implementing AI in the workplace
In just a few short months, Artificial Intelligence (AI) – particularly through the recently renowned chatbot ChatGPT – has already disrupted how people and organizations work across every sector and industry.
Researchers discover complete Neolithic cursus on the Isle of Arran
A leading team of researchers have discovered what is believed to be a complete Neolithic cursus set within a rich prehistoric landscape on the Isle of Arran, Scotland.
Toikura recognised for teaching excellence with Te Whatu Kairangi national award
The Toikura teaching unit within Te Pūtahi-a-Toi School of Māori Knowledge have been awarded the Kaupapa Māori Award at this year’s Te Whatu Kairangi Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Awards.
Antarctica’s record-breaking heatwave marks year of climate extremes
Warmer temperatures throughout 2022 saw sea-ice records smashed, the latest State of the Climate report says.
