Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
Amid global calls to reduce plastic production, new research shows high amounts of plastic in Arctic Sea ice and sediment.
SJTU Institution of Politics and Economics Established
The establishment of the SJTU Institution of Politics and Economics and the appointment ceremony of Professor Zheng Yongnian were held at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA).
Esteemed duo recognised during graduation ceremonies
The University of Adelaide will this week present Honorary Doctorates to former Head of the Australian Space Agency, Dr Megan Clark AC, and renowned chemist, Dr Graeme Moad AC.
Unintended methane release from UK shale gas site equivalent to 142 trans-Atlantic flights
Fracking operations at a site in Blackpool, UK, have caused an unintended release of methane gas into the atmosphere...
The board’s role in driving innovation
Now more than ever, boards of directors are essential to innovation, writes Rod McNaughton.
Quality teaching spurs jump in Times subject rankings
The University of Sydney has improved or maintained its performance in ten out of the eleven subjects ranked in the latest Times Higher Education subject rankings.
Australia-Africa relations the focus of Curtin’s new engagement centre
Curtin University has launched the Centre for Australia-Africa Relations, a new research and engagement hub that seeks to fill a “critical gap” in Australia’s national academic and policy infrastructure.
Cambridge-led SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance consortium receives £12.2 million
The COVID-19 Genomics UK (COG-UK) Consortium has been backed by the Department for Health and Social Care Testing Innovation Fund to expand whole genome...
University of Newcastle top 30 in the world for Sustainable Development Goals
The University of Newcastle’s longstanding commitment to sustainability has been demonstrated with the University ranking 28th in the world Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.
Excellence in leadership award for UoO COO
University of Otago Chief Operating Officer Stephen Willis has won the prestigious Australasian LH Martin Award for Excellence in Leadership for...
