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.
NUS researchers recognised as Asia Pacific’s rising young scientists
Three NUS researchers have been commended on the 2024 edition of the MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 (TR35) Asia Pacific list in recognition of their remarkable accomplishments and contributions to the progress of science and technology.
Diamonds are a cell’s best friend
Scientists have used tiny diamonds, or nanodiamonds, to measure heat transfer inside living cells, potentially leading to new diagnostic tools and therapies for cancer.
ANU makes major investment in student safety
The Australian National University (ANU) has today announced a multi-million dollar investment to accelerate action to tackle sexual assault and sexual harassment in its community.
JI students grab top prizes at Shanghai mechanical engineering competition
The University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) students teams delivered excellent results in the 10th Shanghai College Students Mechanical Engineering Innovation Competition...
UW jumps two spots to No. 8 in US News Best Global Universities ranking
The University of Washington moved up two spots to No. 8 on the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities rankings, released Tuesday.
Study of snake jaw structure yields new understanding of evolutionary origins
New research led by a University of Alberta graduate student could lead to reimagining what early snakes might have looked like, suggesting that some of the world’s supposedly...
Three McGill Professors Receive Royal Society of Canada Medals
Three McGill researchers have been honoured with prestigious medals from the Royal Society of Canada (RSC).
University of Toronto startup to aid pharmacists with Canada’s vaccine rollout
The number of people who have been vaccinated in Canada inches higher with each passing day, but millions more will require shots before the country can escape the pandemic.
AUT Business School academics have won big at the 2020/2021 New Zealand Business Research...
The event aims to show the relevance and impact of New Zealand business research to practitioners, professionals and industry leaders, as well as to the public at large.