Politicized pandemic shaped compliance with social distancing
Politicization of the COVID-19 pandemic had a powerful influence over adherence to social distancing guidelines in the United States and why people did, or did not, comply during the lockdown days, a new study has found.
Students from the University of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra showcase talents in Singapore and Malaysia
For the first time in five years, the University of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will embark on an international tour this month, this time to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
Rhonda McEwen appointed dean of University of Toronto Mississauga
Professor Rhonda McEwen’s personal website features the Latin quote “Propterea quod qui audet adipiscitur.” Translation: Because she who dares, wins.
Funding a better future for preterm babies
A collaborative project to improve breastfeeding and the use of human milk in premature babies has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Centres of Research Excellence Scheme.
Researchers Partner with Pasadena Public Health on COVID-19 Study
One of the more vexing qualities of the COVID-19 virus is that a person infected with it can be contagious for days before they begin to show symptoms. Because of this...
Study uncovers how the gut’s microbiome boosts immune system development
A study is shedding new light on how the gut’s microbial communities contribute to a well-functioning immune system and defend against harmful pathogens.
The 27th Hong Kong International Education Expo is scheduled to be exhibited from 29th...
The 27th Hong Kong International Education Expo, originally scheduled on 4-5 July, 2020, will be postponed to 29 - 30 May 2021.
Physicists create ‘quasicrystals’ that exhibit superconductive properties
Researchers at the University of Toronto and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have discovered a way to create new atomically thin versions of quasicrystals...
How industrialized life remodels the microbiome
International study reveals gut bacteria from people in industrialized societies swap genes at much higher rates.
UOW Early Start Discovery Space presents collaborative art experiences with Bundanon
University of Wollongong (UOW) Early Start Discovery Space and South Coast cultural organisation Bundanon have collaborated on new play-based art experiences for children and their adults that consider water in our environment.
