‘Good’ fats and inflammation: more complex than first thought
Omega-3 fatty acids, popularly believed to reduce inflammation in the body, appear to increase certain inflammatory markers, researchers have found.
Bournemouth University retains 1st class award in the People and Planet University League
Bournemouth University (BU) has retained a 1st class award, and ranked 14th place in the UK, for environmental and ethical performance in the People and Planet University League.
Celebrating the life of one of New Zealand’s pre-eminent public intellectuals
The life and work of one of the foremost scholars of New Zealand culture will be celebrated in an event next month that will feature high profile literary and musical tributes, with details of a new scholarship to be revealed, too.
Prestigious chemistry award for Leeds academic
A leading research scientist at the University of Leeds who develops computer models to understand how ageing and artificial implants affect the tissues in our body has won a prestigious award.
Scholarships give students a taste of regional university life
Twelve students keen to experience the benefits of a regional tertiary education have been awarded rural scholarships to study at The University of Western Australia in the Great Southern region.
HKUST Scientists Make Breakthrough Discovery of New Therapeutic Targets for Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have identified new therapeutic targets for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) by studying the patients’ brain with a newly-developed methodology.
University of Toronto researchers use solar-powered tech to improve rainwater harvesting in Mexico
A team of University of Toronto researchers is shining a light on the use of solar-powered ultra-violet (UV) LEDs to treat harvested rainwater in Mexico.
NUS Law students win regional championship of international environmental law moot
A team of NUS Law undergraduates comprising Li Minghan, Han Ying Jie and Kelly Cheung beat 25 other teams to emerge as champions in the Southeast Asian regional rounds of the...
Lithium extraction breakthrough a huge step towards a greener future
Monash University spinout company ElectraLith has proven its Direct Lithium Extraction and Refining (DLE-R) technology can produce battery grade lithium hydroxide using no water, no chemicals and minimal energy.
University of Southampton signs up as new Culture Partner for ABP Southampton Marathon
The University of Southampton is the new Culture Partner for the hugely popular ABP Southampton Marathon, which attracts 10,000 runners into the city and three times that number including their friends and family, and people lining the route.
