Stanford research shows muskrats are a bellwether for a drying delta
Downstream of hydroelectric dams and Alberta’s oil sands, one of the world’s largest freshwater deltas is drying out. New Stanford University research suggests long-term drying is making it harder for muskrats to recover from massive die-offs.
University of Auckland academics honour Linda Tuhiwai Smith
Distinguished Professor Linda Tuhiwai Smith received a Distinguished Alumni Award at a ceremony on 5 April. Colleagues pay tribute to her contributions to Māori education and Indigenous research.
University alumni and honorary staff recognised in New Year’s Honours
A total of seven University of Waikato alumni, plus an adjunct professor, have been named in this year’s New Year’s honours.
Trans joy in play: How video games can unlock gender euphoria for transgender players
A new study led by Monash University researchers has revealed how thoughtful video game design can help create gender euphoria for transgender people...
UC third in New Zealand in Academic Ranking
Recently released, the 2021 ShanghaiRanking (AWRU) have ranked the University of Canterbury in the 401-500 ranking group. The University has retained its ranking group this year placing it third equal in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Smith School of Business and Mitacs launch internship program
Smith School of Business and Mitacs launch internship program to connect students with businesses and not-for-profit organizations during COVID-19.
Stockholm University ranks high in “Global University Employability Ranking”
Employers appreciate students from Stockholm University. According to ”Global University Employability Ranking 2021”, Stockholm University ranks 69 in the world.
Professor Sharon Lewin appointed President of the International AIDS Society
Professor Sharon Lewin, Director of the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, has been appointed President of the International AIDS Society (IAS)...
Why older Americans are taking on more debt
Older Americans are accumulating more debt as they near retirement, according to recent research that reveals a troubling trend in personal finance among people in their 50s and early 60s.
Kids’ noses can better fight COVID-19
University of Queensland-led research has found the lining of children’s noses is better at inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 infections than adult noses.
