Expert Comment: Mental Health Issues Rise Due to COVID-19 ‘Almost Inevitable’
People in the UK are living in highly uncertain times. Along with the uncertainty surrounding our future relationship with the EU, and the increasing evidence of global climate change
New Zealand’s Southern Alps glacier melt has doubled
Glaciers in the Southern Alps of New Zealand have lost more ice mass since pre-industrial times than remains today, according to a new study.
University of Birmingham rises seven places in global rankings
The University of Birmingham has improved its position amongst the best performing research-intensive universities in the world – rising seven places in the QS World University Rankings.
New sponsorship supports basketball talent
Lincoln University is proudly backing Canterbury’s young basketball talent by sponsoring the flagship high school competitions this season.
Striking changes to metal levels discovered in Huntington’s Disease patients’ brain tissue
Scientists from The Universities of Manchester and Auckland have discovered widespread differences in metal levels in the brains of patients with Huntington’s Disease, a type of dementia, compared to a control group with healthy tissue.
Perth’s favourite outdoor cinema UWA Somerville lights up for a stellar new season
Sitting under the stars as you watch the latest films from around the world, nestled within the pine trees and surrounded by good company...
Memorial scholarship to support civil engineers
A new University of Canterbury scholarship will honour a well-known civil engineer, while supporting postgraduate students following in his footsteps.
Lancaster ranked best in the world for Sustainability Governance in new QS Sustainability rankings
The new ranking, which includes universities across 95 countries and territories, is designed to showcase universities that are leading the way for social and environmental sustainability.
Scientists warn of urgent need to tackle changes impacting river deltas
New research from a Southampton scientist has identified the causes of changes affecting river deltas around the world - warning of an urgent need to tackle them through climate adaptation.
Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet Carlos Acosta receives honorary degree
Ballet superstar Carlos Acosta CBE awarded honorary degree in University of Birmingham’s Summer 2025 graduations.
