Inspirational figures to be honoured by Durham University
Inspirational figures from the worlds of human rights, education, media, conservation and business are to be honoured by Durham University.
Dutch declaration signing marks milestone
More than 20 Higher Education Institutions have now signed up to a ground-breaking network that seeks to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges and unlock a fair future for all.
University of Glasgow celebrates Lord Kelvin bicentenary
The University of Glasgow is welcoming guests from around the world to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Lord Kelvin.
Vice-Chancellor and President appointed to the University of Leeds
Professor Shearer West CBE has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Leeds, taking up the role from 1 November 2024.
University of Southampton’s sustainability impact recognised in rankings
The University of Southampton has climbed the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact rankings 2024, which assess over 2,000 universities around the world against the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Workplace injury and illness costs tens of thousands of work years: study
Australia loses 41,194 work years annually due to work-related injury, disease and mental health conditions, a new measure of the national burden of workplace injury and illness has found.
AI and tech ideas take flight at NUS’ first Bay Area forum
Organised for the first time in San Francisco’s buzzing Bay Area, the two-day NUS Innovation Forum sparked a vibrant exchange of ideas between NUS alumni, students, thought leaders and industry experts.
Exposure to greenspace may lower risk of certain cancers
A University of Queensland-led study has found a link between exposure to gardens and a lower risk of being diagnosed with obesity-related cancer.
Inspirational women celebrated in University exhibition
Inspirational women who have blazed a trail for colleagues and students are being celebrated by the University of Sheffield in a portrait exhibition.
Gastroenterologists generally trust AI tools, study finds
Artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated many aspects of medicine, with promises of accurate diagnoses, better management decisions, and improved outcomes for both patients and the healthcare system.