New data shows prevalence of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Around 1.6% of women and girls have symptomatic Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), according to a new review of global studies published in the Journal of Affective Disorders.
UN-endorsed CityU project on monitoring global estuaries
The State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution (SKLMP) at City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has been endorsed by the United Nations (UN) to initiate a ten-year "Global Estuaries Monitoring (GEM)" Programme...
“Outstanding educator” now an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit
Dr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga, who was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to education earlier this year, works hard to create spaces for people who are often invisible in the education system.
Stanford research shows muskrats are a bellwether for a drying delta
Downstream of hydroelectric dams and Alberta’s oil sands, one of the world’s largest freshwater deltas is drying out. New Stanford University research suggests long-term drying is making it harder for muskrats to recover from massive die-offs.
Space tech to revolutionise infection control in hospitals
Scientists from the University of Southampton are using space technology to tackle infection control in hospitals – and help them cut their carbon emissions.
2021 UK-China Connections through Culture Grants
For over 16 years, the British Council has run a well-established Connections through Culture programme, which enables collaboration between creative and cultural professionals in China and the UK.
Obese and overweight children at risk of iron deficiency
Children and young people who are overweight or obese are at significantly higher risk of iron deficiency, according to a study by nutritional scientists at the University of Leeds.
National Māori Pandemic Group wins recognition for Covid-19 response
A pandemic health initiative won the top award at a celebration of Māori excellence.
Top honours bestowed on leading alumni
Honorary doctorates will be awarded to three leaders in their respective fields as part of the University of Adelaide’s graduation ceremonies, beginning today, Monday 29 April.
Honeyeater evolution for high sucrose diet
Scientists have long suspected the digestive systems of nectar-eating birds, such as honeyeaters, co-evolved with the nectar-composition in flowers.
