NTU team wins competitive S$2.8 million US grant for COVID-19 drug research
A team of scientists led by Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) at NTU Singapore have won a US$2 million (S$2.8 million) competitive grant under a major...
University spinout tech companies recognised in national awards
Three tech companies spun out of research from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, have been recognised for outstanding innovation, contribution, and success at the 2022 NZ Hi-Tech Awards.
Study confirms that speculation taxes are not an effective tool in curbing house prices
As the Ontario housing market enters a potentially volatile phase, new research from the University of Waterloo shows how tax policy has proven ineffective in controlling prices.
An extrasolar world covered in water?
With the help of instruments designed partly in Canada, a team of Université de Montréal astronomers have discovered an exoplanet that could be completely covered in water.
Teacher aide course fills the gap
A new course at the University of Waikato is supporting teacher aides who work with school students with serious and complex learning needs, including those impacted by Covid-19.
UC research targets 8-year delay in endometriosis diagnosis
A new Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) study has found the average delay from symptom onset to confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis is more than eight years in Aotearoa New Zealand.
EU backs clinical trials that could transform incurable cancer care
Healthcare for incurable cancer could undergo reform following a study looking at how palliative rehabilitation can improve patient quality of life.
UOW Global Climate Change Week centres on climate action
Universities are vital hubs of research, teaching and leadership on climate change. Since 2015, Global Climate Change Week (GCCW) at the University of Wollongong (UOW) has been an important gathering of hearts and mind.
Massey alumnus wins Booker Prize 2022
After achieving notable success with his 2010 debut novel, Chinaman: The Legend of Pradeep Mathew, Mr Karunatilaka’s long-awaited second novel has accumulated praise from critics and the Booker judges alike.
Network puts Australia at forefront of quantum development
A new network of scientists, entrepreneurs and industry partners aims to drive Australia to the forefront of quantum software research and development.
