Global COVID-19 treatment trial shows current antivirals are of little benefit to hospitalized patients
In just six months, the world’s largest randomized control trial on COVID-19 therapeutics has generated conclusive evidence..
2023 enrolment data: Demand for nursing drives enrolments at Waikato
The University of Waikato is performing against the odds, with an increase in student enrolments for 2023 despite Ministry Funded Equivalent Full-Time Student (EFTS) numbers being down slightly (1%) on last year.
University of Toronto researchers lead discovery of natural compounds that selectively kill parasites
An international team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has found a family of natural compounds that could potentially be harnessed as treatments for parasitic worms...
International students benefit from extra support
More than 9400 University of Melbourne international students have benefited from expanded support services in 2022, with more programs commencing in Semester 2.
Bristol student’s robot smashes 4×4 Rubik’s Cube world record
University of Bristol student Matt Pidden has shattered the world record for solving a 4x4 Rubik's Cube, using a robot he designed, built and trained in just 15 weeks.
Six Tsinghua alumni win Sloan Research Fellowships
According to a list released on Feb 16, 128 young faculty from around the world were granted the awards. Among them were six Tsinghua alumni: Gao Wei, Li Han, Gao Ziyue, Ma Tengyu, Lian Biao and Zhen Bo.
UQ launches vaccine trial for dogs with bone cancer
University of Queensland veterinary researchers are recruiting pet dogs diagnosed with cancer to test an experimental vaccine.
University spinout tech companies recognised in national awards
Three tech companies spun out of research from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, have been recognised for outstanding innovation, contribution, and success at the 2022 NZ Hi-Tech Awards.
Gene blocks spillover of avian flu to humans
A key human gene has been shown to prevent most strains of bird flu from causing infection in people.
Contextual offer student receives prestigious Fulbright Scholarship
A University of Bristol graduate with a zeal to improve the world has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship.
