Cycleways and walking paths boost rates of active travel
Investing in cycleways and walking paths has boosted the use of active travel in two North Island cities, particularly by Māori and people on low incomes, researchers have found.
Scientists show drought-tolerant crops need skin in the game
The Holy Grail of crops that can survive long heat waves and drought may be a step closer with scientists finding a way to precisely measure a plant's water loss through its skin.
UNNC graduate’s regional research on barn swallows wins high praise
Kuiran Zhang, a 2020 Environmental Sciences graduate from University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC), took one year to find and observe almost every barn swallow nest within her study area...
University of Birmingham announces £50M investment into the Birmingham Energy Institute
The University of Birmingham has announced plans to build a net zero carbon smart building and significantly expand its energy research and education.
New national IVF clinic success rates released
A UNSW-developed website has been updated with the latest data on IVF clinic success rates.
Nanyang Technological University to establish a new joint school of Science and Engineering
NTU Singapore recently announced the establishment of a new academic unit – the School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) – with effect from August 2022.
A new candidate material for Quantum Spin Liquids
Using a unique material, EPFL scientists have been able to design and study an unusual state of matter, the Quantum Spin Liquid.
New offshore wind centre to advance net zero ambitions
The University of Melbourne has launched the Australian Centre for Offshore Wind Energy (ACOWE) to address the key challenges faced by offshore wind farms in Australia.
FoodSouth extension builds on partnership with Lincoln University
A 140m² extension to the FoodSouth Building, located at Lincoln University, was officially opened by FoodSouth Chair Alan Malcolmson at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on-site on Wednesday 17 August.
Gaia wins UNESCO’s grand prize for architecture and design
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has been recognised on the global stage with a prestigious award that celebrates the finest contemporary architectural projects worldwide.
