PolyU contributes to the Nation’s first Mars mission with the Mars Camera
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has successfully developed and manufactured the “Mars Landing Surveillance Camera” (“Mars Camera”), one of the key instruments onboard the Mars spacecraft
National Māori Pandemic Group wins recognition for Covid-19 response
A pandemic health initiative won the top award at a celebration of Māori excellence.
Real-time alert system heralds new era in fast radio burst research
McGill University scientists have developed a new system for sharing the enormous amount of data being generated by the CHIME radio telescope in its search for fast radio bursts (FRBs)...
Self-testing could reduce the global impact of syphilis: study
Self-testing for syphilis could reduce the sexually transmissible infection’s global impact, a Monash University-led study has found.
Pioneering Psychology Professor leaves peaceful parenting legacy
The University of Waikato sadly acknowledges the passing of Emeritus Professor Jane Ritchie OBE, at the age of 87.
First Monash University international students in two years touch down
Monash University recently welcomed the first of its international students arriving back in Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s International Student Arrivals Plan (ISAP).
The paradox of Australia’s response to COVID-19
A new report has found that the agile stability embedded in Australia’s health care state was ultimately responsible for the nation’s high vaccination rates.
Can carbon solve the carbon problem?
Professor Ajit Sarmah has written the book on biochar, a form of carbon that at scale could have a major impact in reducing carbon emissions.
Drug Trends Survey shows increase in cannabis availability, while meth prices continue to drop
Findings from the 2022/23 New Zealand Drugs Trends Survey show a sharp increase in cannabis availability and decrease in price, as well as an ongoing decline in the price of methamphetamine.
Massey’s innovators showcased amongst 2023 KiwiNet Awards finalists
The university is showcasing its entrepreneurial talent with five finalists being named in the 11th annual KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards.
