Lihong Wang and Changhuei Yang Named to National Academy of Inventors
Two Caltech faculty members, Lihong Wang and Changhuei Yang, have been named fellows of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
New study sheds light on molecular motion
New research has shown how a synthetic self-made fibres can guide molecular movement that can be fuelled by light over long distances, a discovery that could pave the way for new ways to use light as a source of sustainable energy.
University of Macau to hold seminar on relations between China and lusophone countries next...
The University of Macau (UM) will hold a seminar titled ‘Global Governance and the Development of Relations between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries in the New Context’ on 13 April.
New discovery may ‘unlock’ the future of infectious disease and cancer treatment
Researchers have identified a ‘guard mechanism’ for a protein which attacks microbes in infected cells, opening the possibility of new treatments for Toxoplasma, Chlamydia, Tuberculosis and even cancer.
Rossman Awarded Roebling Medal
George Rossman (PhD '71), professor of mineralogy, has been awarded the 2021 Roebling Medal by the Mineralogical Society of America (MSA).
Slow Vaccine Roll-out Could Deepen Economic Scars
While South Australia’s economy is recovering strongly, the slow vaccine roll-out is a significant threat to the nation’s ongoing ability to weather the long-term effects of the pandemic.
Reusable facemasks made using smartphones and 3D printers
Bespoke, reusable facemasks made using smartphones and 3D printers could help better protect people during future epidemics or further waves of Covid-19, new research suggests.
Investment in University of Bristol spin out company tops £1 million
Lineat Composites Ltd, a spin out company from the University of Bristol, has successfully raised significant funds through their initial seed round of investment. This brings the total investment in the company to date to over £1 million.
Looking after Pacific learners’ needs in the classroom
By 2028, it is predicted that around 17 percent of New Zealand learners will have Pacific heritage, with a huge range of cultures included in this group. It is essential...
Women from diverse backgrounds still face leadership barriers: study
Australian leaders with diverse backgrounds have expressed a sense of resignation and despair about the lack of women from First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds in leadership roles.
