Waikato pays tribute to open-source data mining trailblazer
The University of Waikato is mourning the passing of Emeritus Professor Ian Witten.
Brian Coombes elected fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology
The American Academy of Microbiology (AAM) has elected McMaster University’s Brian Coombes to its 2023 class of fellows.
Common antidepressants can increase antibiotic resistance
University of Queensland researchers have found a range of commonly prescribed antidepressants can increase bacteria’s resistance to antibiotic medications.
Bullfrog skin to leapfrog from lab bench to clinics for wound healing soon
A new clinical-grade collagen made from discarded bullfrog skin is leapfrogging from the lab bench to clinics soon.
Budget 2022 ignores workforce pressures
Pressures on business and workplaces to return to ‘business as usual’ have been overlooked in the Government’s Budget, according to a leading researcher from the University of Waikato.
A year on: Don’t let COVID-19 bring out the petty in us
On the anniversary of New Zealand's alert level 4 lockdown, Adjunct Professor Nicholas Agar argues COVID-19 in this country needs a branding refresh – and a return to the generosity of level 4.
Queen’s ranks first in Canada and fifth in the world in global impact rankings
Times Higher Education 2021 Impact Rankings illustrate Queen’s role in advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
Spin-out backer announces £215m of investment funds
An investment company co-founded by the University has announced an initial injection of £215m from investors.
Prime Minister backs call for action from experts on vape shops and fast food...
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that local authorities will be granted greater powers to regulate high street outlets such as betting shops and vape shops. The move marks a significant policy shift...
Professor Chris Greening awarded Prime Minister’s Prize for Life Scientist of the Year
Professor Chris Greening has been awarded the Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year – one of seven Prizes for Science awarded by the Prime Minister every year.
