Transformational philanthropy will establish innovative new building at the University of Exeter
The University of Exeter has received a philanthropic pledge from His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, to co-fund the construction of a new development on Exeter’s Streatham campus.
Asian hornets have a unique sound – and that could be the key to...
The frequency and volume of the sound from the nests of yellow-legged hornets – or Asian hornets – has been established for the first time by researchers at the University of Southampton.
NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app averted between 200,000 and 900,000 infections, estimates infectious disease...
The research suggests the app stopped between 200,000 and 900,000 infections between 1st October and 31st December 2020, when 1.9 million people were infected with coronavirus in England and Wales.
Researchers sound alarm on sugary drinks
Almost 80 percent of drinks in New Zealand supermarkets are sugary, swelling health risks and indicating industry self-regulation is failing, researchers say.
Genetic study of endometriosis reveals clues to better treatment
University of Queensland researchers have contributed to the largest ever genetic study of endometriosis, finding new data about the variants that increase risk of the disease.
Celebrated Southampton professor elected British Academy fellow
A professor of social and political philosophy at the University of Southampton has been named a fellow of the British Academy in recognition of his contribution to humanities and social sciences.
Beemer to Tarjay: Ivey researcher explores brand nicknames
When Bloomingdale’s opened its first “Bloomie’s” store in 2021, it seemed like a natural evolution. After all, loyal customers had affectionately used the nickname for years.
Engineering graduate set up for work with hands on experience at Waikato
When completing university studies it’s not unusual to spend hours on end sitting at a desk - but this was not at all the case for Waikato engineering alumna Heidi Ruegg.
Immersive motion ball a potential VR training tool
A new motion simulator device at the University of Canterbury adds 360-degree movement to virtual reality experiences and could soon be used as a training tool.
Inaugural recipients selected for Te Pae Kōkako
Six promising opera students have been selected for the University of Waikato’s immersive Master of Music programme in Advanced Opera Studies in 2023.
