New Life for Old Coal
Researchers at the University of Leeds are exploring a greener, safer and cheaper way of using coal from deep underground seams as an energy source.
The Battle of the Sexes
Scientists have uncovered a rare insight into a war between genes to control the sex of a plant.
Seeing double: Africa’s two elephant species
Contrary to the popular belief of many scientists and members of the public, new research confirms that Africa has two—not one—species of elephant.
New vaccine to assist worldwide eradication of polio
Scientists at the University of Leeds are joining the global fight to eradicate polio by developing a new type of vaccine that can trick the body to develop immunity against the disease.
Students Lead Global Expansion
The energy and commitment of five postgraduate researchers helped make this year’s White Spaces research network conference a huge success, attracting more than 30 delegates for the three-day event.
Expedition Sheds Light on Rare Deep-Sea Fish Species
Researchers from The University of Western Australia undertaking deepwater ocean trawls of the Peru-Chile trench off South America are believed to have discovered three new fish species.
UWA Business School Campaign Wins Fundraising Institute Award
The University of Western Australia Business School’s Tomorrow Starts Here fundraising campaign has been named a state winner in the Fundraising Institute Australia’s 2011 National Awards for Excellence in Fundraising.
Ex Plus Ultra launches 2nd edition
Ex Plus Ultra launches 2nd edition
The 2nd edition of Ex Plus Ultra- an international postgraduate eJournal of colonial and imperial history, and postcolonial theory- is now live.
Virtual training gets real!
Computerised training systems are getting an extra dose of reality, thanks to an EU-funded research project led by the University of Leeds.
Agreement to Protect Kimberley Rock-Art Heritage
The University of Western Australia and the philanthropic body Kimberley Foundation Australia have joined forces to protect the unique and spectacular rock-art of the Kimberley region.
University of Southampton Vice - Chancellor Don Nutbeam Named Honorary Professor by Nanjing University
On November 15 Prof. Dr. Don Nutbeam, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton, received the honorary professorship from Nanjing University when attending the International Forum on Contagious Diseases and Public Health hosted by the Center for Public Health Research, Nanjing University.
Grant Opportunities for International Health Links
The British Council and THET are pleased to announce a third round of funding for the International Health Links Funding Scheme (IHLFS)
IHLFS is offering project grants of up to £15,000 for one year to support existing links to develop and prepare a needs assessment, refine plans for a larger initiative or to pursue modest development programmes.
Internationalization of Higher Education – past, present and future
The report of the International Association of Universities (IAU) 3rd Global Survey on Internationalization of Higher Education is now available.
Universities UK announces Prof Eric Thomas as President for 2011-2013
Universities UK announces Prof Eric Thomas, VC at the University of Bristol and Director on WUN's Partnership Board, as President for 2011-2013.
International Workshop at York on Education in Emergencies
International scholars will gather this week for a major symposium hosted by the University of York focusing on the role of education in recovery and development of crisis-torn societies.
