Mathematicians Move the Needle on Decades-Old Problem
Mathematicians from New York University and the University of British Columbia have resolved a decades-old geometric problem, the Kakeya conjecture in 3D, which studies the shape left behind by a needle moving in multiple directions.
Engineering students’ agri-tech startup ProTag raises $1 million
Massey University Engineering PhD students and entrepreneurs, Tyrel Glass and Baden Parr, are creating game-changing technology for the agricultural industry.
Noel Cressie awarded 2025 Hannan Medal
Distinguished Professor of Statistics lauded for contributions to environmental science, climate research, and planetary protection.
Summer research projects inspire students
Whoever thinks research is a dull and lonely occupation has got it wrong, says psychology Professor Maryanne Garry, a supervisor of students doing Summer Research Scholarships at the University of Waikato.
More MRFF funding for Deakin health research
Prevention and treatment options for mental health disorders in children, using probiotic yoghurt to treat depression and a trial of a new Buruli...
University of Canterbury staff delivering care for students with Covid-19
University of Canterbury (UC) staff volunteers have been busy making welfare calls, distributing care packs and delivering groceries to students isolating with Covid-19.
Professor Grant Macaskill appointed as new Lightfoot Professor of Divinity
We welcome Professor Grant Macaskill to our University as our new Lightfoot Professor of Divinity. He will join our leading Department of Theology and Religion in September.
Lifetime achievement award for University of Hull dementia expert
One of the region’s most esteemed research psychologists and an expert in dementia care has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the British Psychological Society.
University spinout company awarded £2.3 million to develop breakthrough therapies that address underlying causes...
Crucible Therapeutics and University of Sheffield secure a £2.3 million Innovate UK Biomedical Catalyst award to develop breakthrough siRNA therapies that address underlying causes of Motor Neuron Disease (MND).
Psychologist and rebel Peet Dowrick was a world leader in his field
Empathy, innovation and a rebellious streak were hallmarks of psychologist Peet Dowrick's remarkable life and career.
