Research reveals new insights into the biology of New Zealand’s pilot whales
Each year New Zealand experiences mass strandings of long-finned pilot whales along its shoreline. Exactly why these whales strand remains unclear.
Bacteria evolved to help neighbouring cells after death, new research reveals
Researchers have made the surprising discovery that a type of gut bacteria has evolved to use one of their enzymes to perform an important function after death.
Massey sponsors Secondary School Tough Guy and Gal events
Physical activity events of any nature provide competitors with the opportunity to test their abilities against others, face a challenge they’ve set themselves...
PowerHouseGames returns to The University of Warwick for third consecutive year
The third PowerHouseGames was held at the Sports and Wellness Hub at The University of Warwick on Thursday 27 February 2025, showcasing inclusive sport.
University of Melbourne confers six honorary doctorates
A leader in the genomics revolution, a virologist who has driven public health reform in several countries and a miner who went on to oversee an iconic Australian airline are among six honorary doctorates conferred by the University of Melbourne this evening.
Study finds England’s trainee teachers excel in early reading instruction
A new study led by Dr Johny Daniel from our top-ranked School of Education have found that trainee teachers in England are significantly better prepared to teach early reading skills compared to their counterparts in India.
Health Sciences supports drive for Tonga
The Va’a o Tautai - Centre for Pacific Health (VoT) has supported Tongan relief efforts with a $2,000 sponsorship.
University of Manchester ranks in top 5 universities for spinout generation
The University of Manchester has been ranked the fourth highest academic institution for the total number of spinout companies generated in the Spotlight on Spinouts 2025 report.
RNA map of cell nucleus reveals new insights into gene regulation and cell division
Most people are familiar with the cell nucleus from grade school biology as a storage compartment for DNA. But the nucleus also contains several distinct structures called nuclear bodies or domains – and some of them are brimming with genes’ messages, also known as RNA transcripts.
Artwork by mail – a truly international exhibition
The fruits of a truly international ‘call for artwork by mail’ – an art genre which evolved in the 1960s - will open this week at Lancaster University when more than 400 artworks from 43 different countries will be on show.
















































