Professor Francis Bangou wins Excellence in Education Prize
Congratulations to Faculty of Education Professor Francis Bangou, winner of a 2022–2023 Excellence in Education Prize awarded by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic Affairs.
UC graduate celebrates chemistry breakthroughs
Mohammed Abdelbassit published six research papers during his PhD study at the University of Canterbury, an extraordinary achievement for a student. He graduates with his doctorate in Chemistry this Friday.
Forests are vital to help reduce atmospheric CO2
If the world’s natural forests are allowed to grow and mature rather than being cut down, 226 billion tonnes of carbon could be taken out of the atmosphere, according to a major international study.
University of Waikato installs the world’s most advanced AI System
New Zealand’s most powerful supercomputer for artificial intelligence applications has been installed at the University of Waikato as part of its commitment...
Drug resistance may make common infections untreatable
This article by Senior Research Fellow Christine Carson, from The University of Western Australia's School of Medicine, originally appeared in The Conversation on 24 November 2023.
Research will test more sensitive ways to diagnose rare diseases
More than 400,000 Albertans have a rare disease. Many of them face challenges getting the right diagnosis, let alone finding the right specialist and obtaining effective treatment.
University of Auckland No 1 in Oceania and fifth in world for sustainability
The University of Auckland is in the company of the world's top universities for sustainability.
Air pollution linked with increased risk of autism in children
Exposure to fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) has been linked with significantly increased risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children...
Study provides insights into diets of early primates
Turns out our love of sweet food goes back – way back – to our early primate ancestors, a University of Otago-led study has found.
International business challenge provides unique opportunities for students
A global partnership has led to Teesside University developing a unique business challenge for students around the world to harness their entrepreneurial skills.
