Vitamin D and Omega-3s Bolster Health in Some Active Older People
The DO-HEALTH study led by Zurich-based geriatrician Professor Heike Bischoff-Ferrari has examined the effects of simple measures on the health of healthy adults aged 70 or older.
University of Alberta ranked seventh in the world for impact on sustainability
The University of Alberta has been ranked seventh in the world and second in Canada for its ongoing efforts to tackle the critical sustainability challenges facing civilization today, according to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.
#WEARETOGETHER: International Students’ Pandemic Experiences to Help Shape Support Messages
Chinese students are helping researchers highlight how they have been left in the dark or discriminated against during the Covid-19 pandemic...
Exploring modern responses to ancient Roman queerness
June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, which celebrates the work necessary, both past and present, to achieve justice and equality for members of the LGBT community.
How Harnessing the Power of Student Internal Feedback Improves Grades
An innovative new teaching approach where students generate their own feedback is producing higher grades at the University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School.
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.
Swimming and study, a balancing act for new teacher
Managing study and competitive sport required commitment. Luke Mitchell, who has recently graduated with a Bachelor of Teaching, Primary from the University of Waikato...
Law and the global impact of wildlife trafficking
Wildlife trafficking is a serious global challenge with severe consequences. Despite the negative impact on the planet’s biodiversity, climate and ecosystem, no global agreement yet exists to combat this highly destructive crime.
Elimination strategy optimal pandemic response – new research
A goal of eliminating community transmission of the pandemic virus causing COVID‑19 is achievable and sustainable as a response strategy for COVID‑19 and other emerging pandemic diseases...
Addressing the loss of culture caused by climate change
A team of international researchers, led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has announced the initial findings of a project to help curb the loss of cultures by measuring the impact that climate change has on communities worldwide.
