Separating primary school children in preparation for SATs could be ‘damaging’
A fear of poor SATs results is driving headteachers to separate pupils by ability despite the impact on children’s self-esteem and confidence, according to a study by UCL researchers.
New award honours global work of prof through Western Heads East
From pioneer and leader in probiotics research to crime-writing novelist, Gregor Reid has certainly left an indelible mark on many fields during a career spanning more than 40 years.
Western researchers develop course to boost physical activity at childcare centres
Western researchers who study activity among young kids have created an online course to help tackle a pervasive problem: Children are not getting enough daily movement, especially while in childcare.
Peter Horby receives prestigious award for outstanding service to public health
The Faculty of Public Health (FPH) has awarded its prestigious Alwyn Smith Prize to Professor Sir Peter Horby for 2020/2021 in recognition of his outstanding service to public health as a global leader in epidemic science.
Why are so many climate records breaking all at once?
In the past few weeks, climate records have shattered across the globe – 4 July was the hottest global average day on record, breaking the record set the previous day.
Global Voices scholars to tackle climate and gender issues at UN forums
Two Curtin University students will take to the international stage at important United Nations events to pursue their passions for gender equality and the environment after being awarded Global Voices scholarships.
Working at Western University
It takes a lot of great people to make a university great. During the busiest times in the academic year, more than 12,000 people work at Western.
Extreme sea levels to become much more common as earth warms
Global warming will cause extreme sea levels to occur almost every year by the end of the century, impacting major coastlines worldwide, according to new research from an international team of scientists.
Booking opens for Ilkley Literature Festival’s golden anniversary
Tickets are now on sale for the Ilkley Literature Festival, which is celebrating its 50th year with a headline slot by Leeds Professor of Poetry Simon Armitage.
VMU uniting Lithuanian language enthusiasts from all around the globe
On the 17th of July, the Lithuanian Language and Culture Course (VMU) will once again continue its mission of uniting Lithuanian language enthusiasts from all around the globe.
