University staff trained in Mental Health First Aid
More than 150 University of Waikato staff have gained the skills needed to support someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis thanks to the new Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Aotearoa New Zealand course.
University cements position for world-ranking research
The University of Adelaide has reaffirmed its place in one of the world’s most prestigious university rankings.
Mushrooms serve as ‘main character’ in most ecosystems
A team of Western mycologists (fungi experts) spent the past two summers digging deep in Newfoundland dirt to investigate the might of mushrooms and found what lies beneath truly is ‘the main character’ in most terrestrial ecosystems.
Power in harnessing natural landscapes to eradicate pests
Alpine ecosystems are under intense pressure from pest species, but University of Otago research has highlighted how the mountains themselves can be used to help eradicate them.
New lab aims to uncover links between microbiome, depression and immune conditions like asthma
A new University of Alberta laboratory is working to understand how altered microbiota — fungi, bacteria and viruses in the gut and lungs...
MIHI awarded Ministry grant to assess Māori COVID-19 vaccine clinic work
A mobile vaccination clinic initiative to improve Māori rates of protection from COVID-19 in Canterbury has been awarded a major Te Whatu Ora grant to assess its future viability.
New Independent Report Highlights Strengths & Opportunities for Innovation in West Midlands
An independent report from innovation and investment consultancy firm, Beauhurst, reveals how the University of Warwick is helping to drive the West Midlands’ position as a powerhouse for innovation...
Survey to assess value of recreational activities in Cockburn Sound
A new project aims to identify the non-fishing activities in Cockburn Sound to assess the recreational use of the bay and the values it provides.
Transmigration study finds benefits for second generation
A study of an Indonesian migration program has found second-generation migrants tended to become dominant players in their adopted farming area by being able to negotiate ‘both worlds’ but the system had elements of colonialism.
UCalgary scientist recognized with Canada’s top award for early-career cardiovascular researchers
Heart failure is a growing problem. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, an estimated 750,000 Canadians live with heart failure and an additional 100,000 people are diagnosed annually with the progressive condition.
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