McGill No. 1 in Canada in 2026 QS World University Rankings
McGill University is Canada’s top university, according to the 2026 QS World University Rankings. Worldwide, it placed 27th out of 1,500 universities ranked, putting it in the top two per cent of institutions globally.
Launch of frog ‘hotels’ in Olney State Forest
Olney State Forest is now home to a series of frog ‘hotels’ designed to support threatened frog species, thanks to a partnership between Forestry Corporation of NSW and the University of Newcastle.
Teenage depression rates more than double in four decades – study
The prevalence of teenage depression in New Zealand has more than doubled since the 1980s, a new University of Otago-led study reveals.
Dietary changes could help NZ reach climate targets
Eating less meat and dairy has the potential to help Aotearoa New Zealand reach its climate goals, say the authors of a new study.
Making music across the world
As a musician, nothing beats being able to play your music with others. The current pandemic makes that delicate choreography challenging – but not impossible – as our Music Department has shown.
Innovative aphasia therapy program expands
More people with aphasia will have access to quality treatment, particularly those in rural and regional areas, thanks to the expansion of a University of Queensland developed therapy program.
Study finds foster care should extend to age of 21
Young people leaving foster care are facing more problems than ever as they navigate the transition to adulthood, and the age of leaving care must be extended, according to a researcher from The University of Western Australia.
Why COVID-19 pneumonia lasts longer, causes more damage than typical pneumonia
Bacteria or viruses like influenza that cause pneumonia can spread across large regions of the lung within hours.
COVID has further increased anxiety and depression rates among university students
Before COVID, university and vocational education students were at high risk of developing mental disorders, such as depression and anxiety. This is because they already experience much higher levels of psychological distress than the general population.
Dalhousie enters world’s top 20 per cent in latest QS World University Rankings
Dalhousie rose to the top 20 per cent in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, which this year included institutions from 104 countries around the world.
