Global warming threat to whale sharks
An international study has found whale sharks and ships are more likely to collide by the end of the century due to climate change.
Study abroad puts UC student on the map
Angelique Kennedy-Chavannes, a recent graduate of the Creative Writing program in the College of Arts and Sciences, has lived a well-traveled life—one that landed her an editing position for Fodor’s, the well-known purveyor of travel guides.
McGill aims to be a world leader in making dentistry sustainable
In response to growing concerns about climate change, McGill University researchers are exploring how even a routine dental visit can become a more sustainable practice.
Young women in rugby join Canterbury concussion study
The two-year Canterbury study, which will kick off in next year’s rugby season amid growing concern about health and safety in the sport, originally involved two teams of male junior rugby players at the Waihora Rugby Club in Tai Tapu, with funding from the Canterbury Medical Research Foundation.
Cutting-edge glass tech project gains Marsden funding
University of Canterbury research developing a new type of high-strength glass that could revolutionise LED lighting and solar energy has won a $941,000 funding boost.
National University of Singapore scientists conferred national honours for research excellence
Top researchers in NUS have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to the advancement of science and technology in Singapore.
Professor Geoff McLay has been appointed as Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington’s new...
Professor Geoff McLay is currently acting dean of Te Kauhanganui Tātai Ture―Faculty of Law at Te Herenga Waka.
Sensors set to revolutionise brain-controlled robotics
A novel carbon-based biosensor developed at UTS is set to drive new innovations in brain-controlled robotics.
Gaia wins UNESCO’s grand prize for architecture and design
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has been recognised on the global stage with a prestigious award that celebrates the finest contemporary architectural projects worldwide.
Scientists discover leftovers of Earth’s dramatic formation
Researchers have uncovered the most detail ever of the mysterious structures laying between the Earth's mantle and core, also providing the strongest evidence yet they started life as an ocean of molten magma that eventually sunk.
