Combining genetics and brain MRI can aid in predicting chances of Alzheimer’s disease
Simon Fraser University researchers are studying how a combination of genetics and brain MRIs may be used to predict the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease in the future.
University of Alberta innovators recognized with ASTech Awards
Fighting the global scourge of microplastics, cryopreserving human cells to combat disease and improving efficiency in Canada’s construction industry are just three University of Alberta...
In-person Thanksgiving? Don’t do it.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and COVID-19 cases are spiking again. Does that mean a Zoom turkey dinner is in your future?
Large ponds can cool cities, but small ones can make temperatures and pollution worse,...
A new study shows that large bodies of water in urban areas can be effective at removing pollutants and heat from cities, but smaller ones can actually make the problem of the ‘heat island effect’ worse.
University of Newcastle welcomes $50M to trailblaze in recycling and clean energy
The University of Newcastle has welcomed today’s Federal Government announcement of $50 million in funding to produce clean energy and recycling innovations through the creation of the Australian Trailblazer Recycling and Clean Energy (ATRaCE) Program.
Global economic scholars tackle AI, climate change and Asia
Artificial intelligence, climate change and developments in Asia are among the key topics economists will discuss at this year’s Singapore Economic Review Conference.
Sketching helps students and staff connect to landscape
A sustainability project is using sketching as a tool to encourage students and staff at Leeds University Business School (LUBS) to appreciate the power of walking.
Grain varieties under climate stress: new research network examines conditions for greater food security
As a result of climate change, cereal crops will undoubtedly be exposed to longer and more frequent periods of drought. How well they survive this depends on their interaction with water, nutrients, bacteria, and fungi in the soil.
Plants in space research gets funding boost
The University of Western Australia is one of five Australian universities to receive a $90 million funding boost to create food and medicines for space explorers.
Preventing virus spread within households could be key to controlling new outbreaks of COVID-19
More effective measures to prevent infection spreading within households are a vital part of preventing a second wave of COVID-19...
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