McGill researchers help uncover rare gamma-ray flare from a distant black hole
A high-energy gamma-ray flare from the super-massive black hole in the Messier 87 (M87) galaxy was observed in 2018 for the first time in nearly a decade, thanks to an international effort involving McGill University researchers.
Reducing mechanical ventilation improves outcomes for critically ill children
A major UK clinical trial has shown how a new approach to reduce the use of mechanical ventilation can greatly improve outcomes for critically ill infants and children.
New online Masters course in Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Newcastle Law School has launched a new online Master in Laws (LL.M.) degree programme in Mediation and International Commercial Dispute Resolution.
McGill University achieves Socially Responsible Investing targets two years ahead of schedule
McGill University has achieved the performance targets set out in its Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) strategy, a full two years ahead of schedule.
First step to curb COVID vaccine misinformation is finding out who is most vulnerable
The success of Australia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout will depend on everyone’s willingness to receive it. But experts have warned vaccine misinformation online puts Australia’s communities at risk...
Scottish steel industry needs to be revived to thrive
The value of the Scottish Steel sector in relation to the rest of the world and also the UK specifically has been analysed by researchers from WMG, University of Warwick, who have found investment could be the key to reviving the industry into a thriving industry.
Crocodile evolution rebooted by Ice Age glaciations
Researchers discover impacts of Ice Age sea level changes in the genomes of Caribbean and Pacific crocodiles in Panama...
ECLS trial shows reduction in late-stage diagnoses of lung cancer
Lung cancer affects more than 5000 people every year in Scotland and within a year 4000 have died, usually because the diagnosis is made too late for curative treatment.
What to expect in the vaccine rollout
News that the Government has now secured agreements to purchase 15 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine (all going well) means that while 2021 will not be easy...
Study finds fluoride in water does not affect brain development
A University of Queensland study has found no link between exposure to water fluoridation as a young child and negative cognitive development.
