Stents inspired by paper-cutting art can deliver drugs to the GI tract
MIT engineers used kirigami-style etching to design a stent that can temporarily lodge in tubular organs to release drugs.
UNSW launches Institute for Climate Risk & Response
The research institute will offer advice to industry on how to assess and respond to climate change.
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...
Study finds “high level” of COVID vaccine resistance
Almost three-in-five Australians (58.5 per cent) say they will definitely get a COVID vaccine once it is available, new analysis from The Australian National University (ANU) shows.
Trailblazing Bristol mathematician and first-time mum scoops ‘Oscar of Science’ stateside
A talented Bristol mathematician took a break from motherhood to mingle with A-list celebrities and world-leading academics at an awards ceremony in America to receive a prestigious accolade in recognition of her pioneering research.
SA household spending loses momentum as cost-of-living weighs heavy
Growth in aggregate spending in the South Australian economy has slowed sharply over the last year. Despite this loss of momentum, South Australia has enjoyed a very strong recovery from the pandemic.
Ultra-fast plant enzyme dynamics leads to breakthroughs
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have uncovered previously unknown properties in a plant enzyme that could lead to advances in cereal production, medical and pharmaceutical industries.
History researcher to explore New Zealand’s mineral wealth exhibitions
Dr John Griffiths, School of Humanities, Media and Creative Communication, has won the 2021 Alan Mason Award for Historical Studies which is awarded annually by the Geoscience Society of New Zealand.
Herbal supplement shows promise against lung cancer
Berberine, a natural compound found in plants such as barberry and goldenseal, shows promise for the treatment of lung diseases.
St Andrews students and staff get on board to cut costs and carbon
A pioneering project between the University of St Andrews and bus giant Stagecoach to offer 75% off bus travel during the cost-of-living crisis has saved students and staff almost £700,000...
