York graduate celebrates winning inaugural McCall MacBain Scholarship
At the end of a rigorous six-month scholarship application process, including two rounds of interviews, York University graduate and future positive changemaker Amanda Sears (BA '20) joined a life-changing Zoom call.
Breakthrough research on protective wear could keep firefighters and other workers safer
Researchers have solved the mystery of why a high-performance fabric commonly used in firefighting and other protective garments weakens prematurely when it’s exposed to moisture.
Australian native rats can fight back
Archived footage shows a native water rat attacking a European black rat near Manly on Sydney Harbour.
Monash University appoints former head of CSIRO and Australian Space Agency as Chancellor
Monash University has today announced the appointment of Dr Megan Clark AC as the next Chancellor of Monash University, following incumbent Chancellor...
PM’s Science Prize 2020 Winner: Professor Peter Veitch
University of Adelaide’s Professor Peter Veitch is among four scientists who together have been awarded the country’s most prestigious award in scientific research...
Deep roots of Australia’s geology revealed
A new study has shown for the first time how Australia's rich geological history is reflected deep below the Earth's surface.
Brilliant Bristol students win “ludicrously tight” University Challenge quarterfinal
Bristol students came from behind to win the first of their University Challenge quarterfinals.
Water safety education in range of environments viable tool to reduce drownings
Combining water safety education in both a swimming pool and open water improves children’s aquatic skills and adaptability, reducing the risk of drowning, a University of Otago-led study has found.
Vice-Chancellor and President appointed to the University of Leeds
Professor Shearer West CBE has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Leeds, taking up the role from 1 November 2024.
Researcher aims to make lithium ion batteries more eco-friendly
Powering everything from cellphones to electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries are part of everyday life – but they also wear out eventually, and that comes with a cost to the environment.
