Nottingham researcher explores sidelining of medical expertise in patient-centred care in new shortlisted book
A Nottingham academic has been shortlisted for a number of awards following the publication of her book outlining the issues surrounding patient-centered care.
Increasingly fragmented tiger populations may require ‘genetic rescue,’ Stanford researchers say
Despite being one of the world’s most charismatic species, tigers face uncertain futures primarily due to habitat fragmentation, human-wildlife conflict and poaching.
Geographer wins prestigious award for innovative teaching
Mel Wall, a geographer in the School of Environment, won a national tertiary excellence award for innovation in learning, teaching and curriculum.
15 current and former heads of state call for clean energy in fragile states
David Cameron, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, and Donald Kaberuka – co-chairs of the Council on State Fragility – spearhead Call to Action with the g7+ Group of conflict-affected states.
Significant funding boost for University of Waikato research
The University of Waikato has achieved significant results in the latest funding round from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Endeavour Fund.
5 Questions: Tandy Aye on what transgender teens need from their parents
A recent Stanford study showed that, for teens exploring their gender identity, simple acts of caring from their parents were what they valued most.
Study on the experiences of neurodivergent tertiary students
The study, led by School of Psychology Lecturers Dr Sharon Crooks and Dr Kathryn McGuigan, explored the experiences of 11 neurodivergent tertiary students.
National mental health research centre guided by lived experience for better outcomes
The University of Melbourne has welcomed $10 million to establish a national research translation centre to improve health outcomes for Australians with mental illness and reduce the individual...
Professor Chris Greening awarded Prime Minister’s Prize for Life Scientist of the Year
Professor Chris Greening has been awarded the Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year – one of seven Prizes for Science awarded by the Prime Minister every year.
Carbon capture process produces hydrogen and construction materials
QUT scientists have developed a process to capture carbon dioxide from the air into water and store it as non-toxic calcium carbonate (chalk)...
