University of Melbourne joins Race to Zero
The University of Melbourne has signed on to participate in the global Race to Zero campaign for Universities and Colleges as a means of reinforcing its commitment to climate action.
AI helps design the perfect chickpea
A massive international research effort has led to development of a genetic model for the ‘ultimate’ chickpea, with the potential to lift crop yields by up to 12 per cent.
How bacteria create a piggy bank for the lean times
Bacteria can store extra resources for the lean times. It’s a bit like keeping a piggy bank or carrying a backup battery pack. One important reserve is known as cyanophycin granules, which were first noticed by an Italian scientist about 150 years ago.
Curtin and St Hilda’s join forces to foster future leaders
Curtin University has partnered with St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls to help nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs and build innovation into the School’s curriculum and learning spaces.
The Vast Little Library Inside of Your Cells
The human genome can be thought of as a massive library, containing over 20,000 different "instruction manuals": your genes.
University of Hull Low-carbon Tech Helps Council Cut Co2 Emissions
An innovative University of Hull cooling system has helped Hull City Council reduce electricity consumption at its data centre by as much as 80 per cent.
‘Succeed and thrive’: University of Toronto scholarship recipients honoured at virtual event
Hundreds of University of Toronto community members recently gathered at a virtual event to honour first-entry undergraduate students who received scholarships.
Stanford economist Guido Imbens wins Nobel in economic sciences
Stanford economist Guido W. Imbens was awarded the Nobel Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences today for his work in econometrics and statistics.
University of Hull student shortlisted for nursing award
A University of Hull student has been shortlisted for a nursing award in her final year of her studies, in recognition of her contribution while at University.
UM kicks off first doctoral programme in public administration
The University of Macau (UM) Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS) recently held an orientation activity for 19 students in the university’s first doctoral programme in public administration (DPA).
