University hosts new home for Europe’s largest public research institution
The Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) will co-locate its Oceania Representative Office at the University of Melbourne, fostering collaborations between the University and one of the world’s leading research institutions.
Dementia protection linked to where the body lies – belly fat a risk factor
Men with high levels of belly fat are at increased risk of dementia, according to a new study by Monash University researchers of more than 17,000 individuals aged 65 to 98 years in the ASPREE Study.
New nanotech imaging tool may allow smartphone disease diagnosis
Scientists have developed a low-cost microscopic imaging device small enough to fit on a smartphone camera lens, with the potential to make mobile medical diagnosis of diseases affordable and accessible.
New Media Production Studios unveiled
Students will have access to the latest media, communications and journalism technology following the opening of the University of Melbourne's first Media Production Studios.
Researchers fear career breaks risk future funding success
Fierce competition for medical research funding makes many researchers loath to disclose in grant applications their career disruptions, such as illness or childbirth, to explain research output gaps for fear of appearing ‘weak’ or unable to fulfil long-term research.
Students building a reputation recycling plastic waste
A student club project that combines sustainability with innovation to create social impact and reduce plastic waste won a national competition in July.
Spin-out backer announces £215m of investment funds
An investment company co-founded by the University has announced an initial injection of £215m from investors.
Cardiff named Welsh University of the Year 2026
Cardiff Universityis the number one university in Wales, according to The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.
HKUST Researchers Devise Age-Based Eligibility Method to Measure Vaccine Effectiveness in Data-Deficient Scenarios
A research team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has demonstrated how to measure vaccine effectiveness (VE) in the absence of adequate public health data...
Research-based dye makes polyester greener
Scientists have unlocked a way to dye polyester using 90% fewer chemicals and 40% less water.
