Southampton engineer wins national accolade
An international pioneer in silicon photonics, from the University of Southampton, has been awarded a top medal from the Royal Society of Engineering.
Strong public support for alcohol policy action
There is considerable support from New Zealanders for government to take policy action to reduce people’s exposure to alcohol and dietary cancer risk factors in their environment, new research from the University of Otago shows.
Canada’s Food Price Report 2023 predicts Canadian families will spend up to $1,065 more...
One of the most common topics of conversation today is the high price of consumer goods, particularly groceries. Everyone is feeling the pinch of inflated food prices.
New report sheds light on mental health barriers for men of colour
A group of seven University of Bristol student researchers have published a powerful new report exploring the barriers male students of colour face in accessing mental health support, and what can be done to break them down.
Grain varieties under climate stress: new research network examines conditions for greater food security
As a result of climate change, cereal crops will undoubtedly be exposed to longer and more frequent periods of drought. How well they survive this depends on their interaction with water, nutrients, bacteria, and fungi in the soil.
Is the Productivity Commission beyond repair?
Chris Barrett has a formidable job ahead as the new Productivity Commission chief, writes UTS Emeritus Professor Roy Green.
$2.4m boost to advance R&D
A powerful new microscope has been commissioned at Flinders University as part of a national strategy to provide researchers and industry with the latest techniques to develop the next generation of materials and products.
Reputation boost for University of Adelaide in latest world university rankings
A boost in reputation for outstanding teaching and learning and world-class research has seen the University of Adelaide again climb in the world university rankings...
Partnership blends leading wine research capabilities
A partnership between the University of Adelaide and the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) will be cemented with support from Wine Australia.
Research shows cities must do more to support older residents
To mark the upcoming International Day for Older Persons, a new study from The University of Manchester is calling for cities to do more to support older people who want to stay in their own homes and communities as they age.
