Otago researchers solve 58-year medical mystery
University of Otago academics have solved a decades-long medical mystery which saw a Dunedin child undergo eight years of unnecessary chemotherapy treatment.
Boring billion no more: research redefines geological history
New research featuring University of Adelaide academics has provided a better understanding of how Earth's tectonic plates evolved over the past 1.8 billion years.
Pasifika-led research finds Samoan medicinal plant as effective as ibuprofen at stopping inflammation
The traditional Samoan medicinal plant matalafi has been found by a group of researchers to be as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation.
Blood biomarkers show even one-off brain injuries have effects lasting decades: study
Monash University-led research, believed to be the first of its kind, has used blood tests and MRI scans to show that the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can last decades.
Major National Award For UofG Semiconductor Laser Spinout
A company established as a spinout from the University of Glasgow has won a significant national award for their semiconductor laser technology.
University of Glasgow leads tribute to influential Scots Poet
The University of Glasgow is spearheading celebrations to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the poet Robert Fergusson's lasting impact on Scottish literature and culture.
Covid modellers win University of Canterbury research medal
Two University of Canterbury mathematicians who helped develop world-leading modelling to guide New Zealand’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic have won a prestigious award.
Ancient gene offers new clue to disease susceptibility for First Nations people
A world-first discovery has identified a previously unknown gene variant influencing first-line immune defences in First Nations people – who are at higher risk of severe respiratory viral diseases – and offers insights for improved disease prevention strategies.
New study sheds light on the role of social entrepreneurship in obesity prevention
Obesity has sometimes been called the silent epidemic, exposing millions of adults and children around the world to increased risks of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and coronary heart disease.
University of Toronto to increase base funding for PhD students to $40,000 per year
The University of Toronto is increasing funding for PhD and SJD (doctor of juridical science) students across its three campuses in an effort to alleviate students’ financial stress...
