Columbia Alumnus and World-Renowned Chef Jacques Pépin Is a Man of Many Talents
In a recent virtual event hosted by Columbia University School of General Studies, the award-winning chef, TV host, artist, and author reflected on everything from his years studying at Columbia to what he considers his favorite tools in the kitchen.
NUS making bold strides towards a synthetic biology-driven future
Boosting basic research, accelerating technology transfer, and fostering strategic partnerships to position Singapore at the forefront of this fast-growing field
Students aim for world speed record in custom-built electric car
In a New Zealand first, University of Canterbury Engineering students inspired by legendary Kiwi racer Burt Munro are taking on a world land-speed record in a rocket-shaped electric car they’ve designed and built.
Family planning services in low to middle income countries
As family planning methods continue to remain inaccessible to millions in low to middle income countries (LMICs), University of Adelaide researchers are investigating a way to make it more accessible.
UNSW solar energy pioneer Martin Green shares $US3m scientific prize
In his second international accolade in as many days, Scientia Professor Martin Green has been awarded the VinFuture Grand Prize in Hanoi for his transformational work in solar energy.
Intergenerational unfairness could worsen youth mental health
In a new paper, researchers at the University of Birmingham, argue that soaring house prices, employment uncertainty and lack of access to affordable education could all be contributing...
Further decline in prevalence of obesity in 4-year-olds
Obesity among New Zealand 4-year-old children is continuing to decline, but one in three children are still considered overweight, a new University of Otago study shows.
Virtual Study Abroad programmes provide international education opportunities without boarding a plane
Learning about summer farming in what she knows as the middle of winter took a little getting used to for American student Katie Owens, but she says the knowledge gained from her virtual study abroad experience at Massey was interesting and informative.
Research on the Record: meet Charitha Pattiaratchi
Professor of Coastal Oceanography Charitha Pattiaratchi’s body of work is, like the ocean, vast and deep.
Teacher aide course fills the gap
A new course at the University of Waikato is supporting teacher aides who work with school students with serious and complex learning needs, including those impacted by Covid-19.
