Exeter heads scheme to create new generation of ‘business-aware’ academics
The University of Exeter has been awarded £5 million for a project that aims to instil researchers with improved awareness of the benefits of collaborating with business.
Why do we need to transform tertiary education?
The University of Canterbury is hosting Aotearoa New Zealand’s first sector-wide Transforming Tertiary symposium on 5 and 6 September 2022...
Wajarri school students the next science rock stars
Remote Indigenous school students are learning about the science behind the Earth’s oldest rocks on their lands as part of a two-way program that also teaches scientists about the cultural significance of the rocks.
Top tips for teaching — and learning — from one of Canada’s best medical...
In most hospital settings “infectious” isn’t considered a good thing. But when it comes to Vijay Daniels’ contagious enthusiasm for teaching, it’s just what the doctor ordered for medical students at the University of Alberta Hospital.
Call to end harmful marketing after study reveals children’s exposure
An end to outdoor marketing of gambling, alcohol and junk food is urgently needed to protect children from harm, according to new University of Otago-led research.
Volcanic “trombone music” could provide early warning of eruptions
University of Canterbury (UC) postdoctoral researcher Dr Leighton Watson (Ngāi Tahu), in collaboration with researchers at the Italian National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology and Boise State University...
New University Council appointment brings top-level public sector expertise
An Otago alumnus with extensive public sector senior management and governance expertise has been appointed to the University of Otago Council.
Heriot-Watt spinout brings home sustainable business award
Heriot-Watt spinout company Kenoteq, inventor of a brick made from more than 90% construction waste material, received the Circular Scotland Award at the VIBES Awards last week.
Art competition celebrates marine life education
Winners have been announced in a state-wide school art competition aimed at increasing young people’s knowledge of South Australian marine life and Australian Marine Parks.
Initiative supports youth with eating disorders as they transition to adult care programs
When youth with an eating disorder reach the age of 18, they are typically required to move to adult treatment. Connecting with a new system of supports can be tricky and stressful.
