The social cost of COVID-19 will be felt for a decade, says new report
Newcastle University experts have investigated how Covid-19 has affected the wellbeing of children and young people.
Ten University of Canterbury research projects gain MBIE funding
Ten University of Canterbury research projects tackling the big issues have been green-lit with funding worth $23 million.
Why nuclear energy is not the solution to the climate crisis
Despite about 20 countries declaring plans to triple nuclear energy by 2050 and the backing of billionaires like Bill Gates, we should not support expanding nuclear power.
BMX riders harness fear to reach their athletic potential
The informal training methods of BMX riders could be the key to unlocking new heights for athletes, a University of Queensland-led study has found.
Staff raise £800 with International Women’s Day dook for Fife Women’s Aid
Mor than 30 University staff and friends gathered at the East Sands beach to mark International Women’s Day with a dook in the chilly waters of St Andrews Bay.
Sapere Aude Grant for research into the connection between religiosity and wealth
Why do some societies continue to suffer from poverty, a low level of education and conflict? Religiosity may be an important part of the answer.
$30M gift will advance ground-breaking research
A transformative investment from Bruce Mitchell (Sc’68, DSc'20), will support the university in increasing research intensity, graduate student recruitment, and creating an environment for bringing scholars together to make life-changing discoveries.
Cindy Blackstock honoured with World’s Children’s Prize
In a global vote, millions of children have chosen Cindy Blackstock as the recipient of the World’s Children’s Prize (WCP) for the Rights of the Child.
Outcomes for parents explored in new Canterbury PhD research
Young parents can be as successful as older parents if they have supportive relationships and financial security, according to new University of Canterbury (UC) research.
Could psychedelics be used to help manage athletes’ mental health?
Why do people who take DMT, a powerful psychedelic drug, feel a strong sense of familiarity about places, things or entities that are not a part of waking life?