Revealing what makes bacteria life-threatening
Queensland researchers have discovered that a mutation allows some E. coli bacteria to cause severe disease in people while other bacteria are harmless, a finding that could help to combat antibiotic resistance.
University of Melbourne surges ahead in global sustainability rankings
The University of Melbourne’s efforts to tackle the world’s greatest environmental and social issues has seen it jump a massive 42 places to be ranked ninth best in the world in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Sustainability Rankings.
McMaster start-up developing new cancer treatments
A Hamilton biotech firm started at McMaster University is developing a next-generation immunotherapy treatment to tackle solid-cell cancers, and the company is rapidly growing.
Warwick Racing team develop second electric race car during lockdown
Warwick Racing is a team of 30 dedicated members all working towards getting a single-seater electric race car designed, manufactured and tested in the space of a year.
NJIT Ranks #74 Nationally in QS USA 2020 Rankings, #3 in NJ
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has been ranked third in New Jersey and 74th nationally in a Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Ranking® USA 2020 list.
Upcycling fish scales for water pollution control and encryption
Fish is commonly consumed but many may not be aware that the food and aquaculture sectors generate a huge amount of fish scale waste from processes such as preparation, canning, filleting, salting and smoking.
Team tackling bullying wins national award
A team of academics who collaborated with students and health leaders to develop a tool that has reduced bullying on clinical placements has won a national award.
UM FBA gains EQUIS eligibility
The Faculty of Business Administration (FBA) of the University of Macau (UM) has been granted EQUIS eligibility by the European Foundation of Management Development (EFMD).
Twitter analysis finds national lockdown announcement helped minimise Covid-19 misinformation
A new study by the University of Liverpool has shown that the prevalence of misinformation on Twitter fell in the 48-hour period after Boris Johnson’s announcement of a national lockdown on March 2020.
UTAS scoops Green Gown awards
The University of Tasmania has significantly bolstered its environmental credentials with multiple wins at the 2021 Green Gown Awards Australasia.
