World-leading paediatric anaesthetist awarded Prime Minster’s Prize for Science
The University of Western Australia’s Professor Britta Regli-von Ungern-Sternberg has been awarded a prestigious Prime Minister’s Prize for Science for her life-changing...
Race Inflammatory Arthritis Research Centres Awarded Eular Excellence Status
RACE, a University of Glasgow-led national centre for research into inflammatory arthritis, is proud to announce that all four of its partner University Rheumatology units – in Birmingham...
How vitamin D deficiency can lead to autoimmune diseases
As Canadians brace for “vitamin D winter” – months when the sun’s angle is too low to produce the vitamin in the skin – a McGill University study explains why vitamin D deficiency early in life is associated with a higher risk of autoimmune diseases.
Victoria makes Australia’s First mRNA vaccine candidate
Victorian scientists and manufacturers have created Australia’s first mRNA COVID-19 vaccine candidate – Australia’s first ever mRNA drug product – in just five months, enabling clinical trials to begin in the new year.
Leading career in law spans sport and natural disasters
Sports law, land law and the legal fall-out of natural disasters such as the Canterbury earthquakes are specialty areas for a retiring Emeritus Professor.
University of Michigan founds first robotics department among top 10 engineering schools
The creation of a new Department of Robotics, a first among the nation’s top 10 engineering schools, has been approved by the University of Michigan Board of Regents.
Germany and NZ celebrate return of laser trapped in cavern
After more than a decade trapped in a secret man-made WWII cavern, a unique laser that connects New Zealand and Germany has been rescued and restored.
New teaching career for mum of three Deaf children
Inspired by the experience of helping her own children learn to read and write, Elizabeth Kay has qualified as a teacher so she can help other Deaf students learn and feel pride in their identity.
UBC study reveals 15 ways to improve salmon survival after capture-and-release
A six-year UBC study reveals salmon injuries from hooks, nets and handling as key factors behind post-release mortality.
University Top 10 for Graduate Start-Up Businesses
Research has revealed that the University of Lincoln, UK, is among the best in the country for graduates wanting to start their own business, producing almost 600 start-up businesses in recent years.
