Children learned ‘little or nothing’ during school closures, despite online learning
School closures in the last year have led to serious learning losses, with primary-age school pupils making virtually no progress studying at home...
A comprehensive map of the SARS-CoV-2 genome
MIT researchers have determined the virus’ protein-coding gene set and analyzed new mutations’ likelihood of helping the virus adapt.
Monash researcher part of an international team behind a fast 20 minute, hand held...
A Monash researcher is part of an international consortium of scientists that has developed a CRISPR-based COVID-19 diagnostic test that, with the help of a smartphone camera...
Covid modellers win University of Canterbury research medal
Two University of Canterbury mathematicians who helped develop world-leading modelling to guide New Zealand’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic have won a prestigious award.
OPINION: COVID restrictions may be easing, but the pandemic isn’t over yet
Many countries are winding back COVID-19 restrictions, but governments should be continuing to promote the importance of voluntary mask use and catching up outdoors.
COVID-19 drug trial results released
Researchers from the University of Southampton, University of Oxford and Cardiff University have released findings from a clinical trial investigating the effectiveness of the antiviral treatment molnupiravir against COVID-19...
New study reveals the effects of lockdowns in shaping socioeconomic behaviours
Monash University research has found that campus-wide lockdowns at universities based in Northern China during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted university students' value of trust, honesty...
As COVID cases rise, rates should stay low
With a surge in coronavirus cases in Victoria and other states, there is a strong reason to keep the official cash rate on hold, according to The Australian National University's Shadow RBA.
Rising infections: how is the University responding?
The infection rate is rising again in the Netherlands, which means it may also be rising among Leiden University’s students and staff.
Seven tips for a better night’s sleep
While you may be looking forward to catching some extra sleep when we change our clocks on Nov. 1, the amount of rest that you get will depend in part on your current sleep habits.
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