Waterloo researcher awarded Michael J. Fox Foundation grant
Dr. Kaylena Ehgoetz Martens, a researcher in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, is part of an international team that received $1.35 million USD from the Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) for a joint project on freezing of gait (FOG)...
New consortium to monitor safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines
A new consortium to monitor the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines has been formed, including the University of Dundee.
All screens toxic for teen health
Whether it is watching television or playing electronic games, teenagers are experiencing serious physical and mental health consequences after just two hours of screen use, according to University of Queensland-led research.
City living can pose developmental risks
The urban landscape, with its concrete jungles and constant hum, poses a range of challenges that could potentially impede a child’s growth and development.
UWA steps up investment in cancer imaging spinout
The University of Western Australia has made its first follow-on investment in one of its spinout companies, throwing its support behind Perth-based medtech innovator...
Research shows plantain can significantly reduce nitrogen leaching on farms
Innovative research from the School of Agriculture and Environment has shown that feeding cows the leafy herb plantain can reduce nitrogen leaching from dairy farms by 20 to 60 per cent.
Lighting the way to quantum computing
With the ability to solve complex problems at lightning-fast speeds, quantum computers have the potential to revolutionise fields ranging from weather forecasting to drug discovery.
UBCO looks at smart technology to safeguard drinking water
Delivery of safe and high-quality drinking water is an essential public service, but it’s not easy to monitor water quality in real-time close to customers’ homes.
UTS appoints Dr Alana Piper to lead external engagement
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) has appointed the Director of Ventures at the Australian Financial Review, Dr Alana Piper, to head a new division focused on the university’s public engagement and relationships with the public and private sectors.
HKUST and Ant Group Sign MoU on Fintech Talent Development
The School of Business and Management of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Ant Group have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on collaborations covering industry insight sharing...
