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Exclusive video of world’s first echidna puggle to be born at a university

Echidnas are a difficult animal to breed in captivity, but scientists in Sydney have now managed it, which could improve our understanding of the evolution of pregnancy in mammals

‘Off Campus’ Launches Halloween Costumes Including Briar University Jerseys and Varsity Jackets

Briar University is getting dressed for Halloween.

How to get £2,000 to play computer games at university

Roehampton University offers students a year;y scholarship to play esports alongside their studies.

The Best Restaurants Near Ohio State University

Oh come, let’s sing Ohio’s praise.

Sister Group Inks Production and Distribution Deal With ‘University Challenge’ Host Amol Rajan

Sister Group has signed a production and distribution deal with “University Challenge” host Amol Rajan.

Women’s Basketball League Unrivaled Raises More Than $100 Million From Carmelo Anthony, Ashton Kutcher, Alex Morgan, University of California Fund and More

Unrivaled, the women’s three-on-three basketball league, announced that its Series C fundraise has surpassed an initial $100 million target and is now oversubscribed — valuing the league at $650 million. The funding round was led by Ten Pillars Sports Fund, backed by UC Investmen

SFI demands withdrawal of G.O. 97 merging polytechnics with Young India Skill University

Case filed against event organisers, university management after sound box collapse injures five during pre-release event of Yash’s movie in Hyderabad

Housing may shape death risks for low-income older renters

For low-income older adults, where they live may affect how long they live, according to new research from Washington University in St. Louis.

Syracuse University Seeks to Prevent Campus Rape Victim From Obtaining Police Records

The post Syracuse University Seeks to Prevent Campus Rape Victim From Obtaining Police Records appeared first on ProPublica .

Old Australian courthouse finds new life as Nihon University facility

Completed in 1892, the former Newcastle Courthouse, distinguished by an arched entrance, is listed as a New South Wales cultural heritage site.

Sydney kangaroos face cull as university looks to develop campus

Andhra University Statistics alumni hold reunion

India’s first dedicated Quantum and AI University campus to come up in Amaravati

The ₹730-crore facility of National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology is proposed to be fully funded by the Government of India grant-in-aid; academic and skill-development programmes to begin from September 2026 at a temporary facility in Acharya Nagarjuna Univ

Gravity-powered mountain trike among projects from the University of Ljubljana

Dezeen School Shows: a gravity-powered mountain trike designed to extend mountain tourism beyond the ski season is among the projects from the University of Ljubljana.

The Fight for Fair Funding at One Historically Black Land-Grant University

The Fight for Fair Funding at One Historically Black Land-Grant University Olivia.sanchez Thu, 08/27/2026 - 03:00 AM A new book from the former president of Tennessee State University reveals her battle to regain $544 million in documented underfunding. Byline(s) Olivia Sanchez

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary announces the establishment of Bihar’s first women’s university

The Bihar government today also agreed to the main demand of protesting students for conducting Teacher Recruitment Examination-4 (TRE-4) in a single phase

The Best Restaurants in Tuscaloosa, Home to the University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa is known for the University of Alabama and Crimson Tide football, but the growing city — over 100,000 residents and 43,000 students each fall — also has a growing art scene, music and festivals, and excellent restaurants.

Another member of Jadavpur University inquiry panel quits

Two panel members step down as ABVP demands NIA probe into August 20 clash; four Trinamool workers arrested after a separate clash at West Bengal State University

University of Utah to Close Satellite Campus After More Than 25 Years

University of Utah to Close Satellite Campus After More Than 25 Years Olivia.sanchez Tue, 08/25/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Olivia Sanchez

Kyoto University builds transistor that survives 600C temperatures, compatible with standard fabs — Standard ion implantation and bottom-gate design fix leakage

A research team at Kyoto University has built a silicon carbide (SiC) transistor that operates at 600°C (873 K) using ion implantation, the doping step used across commercial chip fabs, and cut the gap between its designed and measured threshold voltage to under 0.1V at 400°C, do

University of Houston Cuts 40% of Core Courses

University of Houston Cuts 40% of Core Courses Ryan Quinn Mon, 08/24/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Ryan Quinn

Chapati vending machine among projects from University of Nottingham

Dezeen School Shows: a vending machine distributing fresh, hot chapatis in corporate canteens in India is among the projects from the University of Nottingham. Also featured is a wearable open-water monitoring system and an automated vinyl playback system for uninterrupted music

Turning Point USA announces Charlie Kirk memorial on university campus where he was shot

Turning Point USA announced that its co-founder Charlie Kirk will be honored at a Sept. 10 event on the Utah Valley University campus, just feet from where he was shot. The event is titled “Freedom Built to Last” and will feature remarks from Turning Point USA spokesperson Andrew

Jadavpur University clash: Inquiry panel chief resigns, varsity to appoint new committee head

"I informed the Jadavpur University vice-chancellor immediately after receiving the communication about my appointment. I am currently in Delhi, and the inquiry would require regular interactions with the people who were present on the campus during the incident," says Professor

Berkeley Report Says Trusting Campus Climate ‘Vital’ to University’s Mission

Berkeley Report Says Trusting Campus Climate ‘Vital’ to University’s Mission Emma Whitford Fri, 08/21/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Emma Whitford

University Suspends Academic Who Accused Jason Arday of Plagiarism

University Suspends Academic Who Accused Jason Arday of Plagiarism sara.custer@in… Fri, 08/21/2026 - 03:00 AM Nathan Cofnas says he will “probably be fired” as Ghent begins disciplinary proceedings. Byline(s) Seher Asaf for Times Higher Education

NASA Selects University Teams to Help Advance Aviation Research

NASA has selected four university teams to help the agency transform the future of aviation through projects ranging from high-supersonic propulsion systems to low-noise routes for small aircraft flying through cities. The agency made awards through its University Leadership Init

Cochin University Employees Association opposes move to restrict Onam celebrations to a single day

Registrar given temporary charge of department students’ union president in Keralam’s Calicut University

Order says Vice-Chancellor P. Raveendran took the decision because ‘none of the teachers at the university is willing to take charge as the president of the DSU due to the unacceptable behaviour of the union officials’

Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh threatens ‘surgical strikes’ on Jadavpur University amid ABVP-SFI face-off

The BJP seems to be speaking in different voices as far as the Jadavpur University violence is concerned. Minister of Finance in the West Bengal government Swapan Dasgupta said that student agitation should not be hijacked by people who are professional politicians and added that

Proposal tackling European eel decline among projects from University of Nottingham

Dezeen School Shows: a restorative infrastructure designed to support eel habitats among projects from the University of Nottingham. Also featured are artist housing and studios in Hull, and a circular economy materials warehouse in Liverpool. University of Nottingham Institution

IBM quantum computer solves classically intractable problem in 15 minutes

IBM and University of Chicago researchers have completed a quantum computation that leading classical methods could not practically reproduce.

Chemists develop method for the synthesis of natural compounds with potential in medicine

A team of scientists from the Department of Organic Chemistry at the Faculty of Science, Charles University, Prague, has reported a new method that simplifies the preparation of complex molecules.

Rocky Mountain find reveals new funnel-web spider far from its Northwest relatives

Researchers at the University of Idaho have identified a new species of spider in the mountains of northern Idaho and given it a name that pays tribute to the university itself: Hexura vandal.

Producer Peter Saraf Named Chair Of NYU Tisch’s Undergraduate Film And Television Department

EXCLUSIVE: New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts on Monday appointed Peter Saraf as Chair of the Undergraduate Film and Television Department.

Not tiger, not wolf: Australian thylacine skull reveals a far different hunting style

A new study led by Flinders University has flipped the historical narrative about Australia's thylacine, finding the native apex predator known as the "Tasmanian tiger" was significantly different from the wolves and wild dogs it was likened to before being hunted to extinction.

Physicists take Hall effect in a new direction

Carnegie Mellon University scientists have uncovered a new phenomenon that challenges a longstanding assumption about how electronic materials respond to magnetic fields.

Flexible nanopores shed new light on Parkinson's and ALS

In a promising milestone for nanotechnology, Constructor University has contributed to a study demonstrating self-assembling nanopores capable of detecting disease proteins associated with illnesses like Parkinson's and ALS.

New method tests magnet-powered braking for safer, more reusable spacecraft reentry

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a new system to test magnetohydrodynamic aerobraking for spacecraft reentering the atmosphere.

Takeaway cups may be releasing microplastics into your coffee

Single-use paper cups used for takeout coffee and other beverages release millions of microplastic particles when exposed to hot liquid, University of Queensland researchers have found.

Jason Arday accuser given three-month teaching ban but can continue research

Nathan Cofnas told by Ghent University to work remotely as US ambassador claims credit for lifting of suspension Prof Jason Arday’s accuser Nathan Cofnas has been barred from teaching on Ghent University campus for three months but has been allowed to continue his research positi

Nano-sandwich photocathode improves solar conversion of CO₂ into ethanol

Czech researchers at Charles University in Prague, led by Pavla Eliášová, have developed an advanced photocathode that helps convert the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide into pure ethanol using sunlight.

Dog-friendly dining isn't just a trend, it's good for business, new research shows

Restaurants that go beyond simply allowing dogs on patios by offering dedicated menu items for them can significantly boost customer traffic, spending and word-of-mouth, according to new research from Toronto Metropolitan University.

Less buying power, elevated inflation push down consumer views

Consumer sentiment dropped about 6% from last month, landing around 11% below a year ago amid continued worries that inflation will remain elevated for the foreseeable future, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.

Nano-antennas make living cells light up brighter and faster

Researchers at Delft University of Technology have demonstrated for the first time that nano-antennas can enhance the fluorescence of proteins in living human and other mammalian cells.

Education that merely provides degree without developing character has little value: Rajnath Singh

The Defence Minister addressed the 11th convocation ceremony of the Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow

Inspired by nature, scientists engineer tiny 'nitrogen factories' that could help future cereal crops

As fertilizer prices remain elevated, researchers at South Dakota State University are developing an innovative solution to corn's nitrogen supply problems by taking inspiration from an ancient Mexican variety and root nodules found on soybeans.

Goose’s Colorado House Party Show Got Shut Down by Police, But Not Before One Last Song

The jam band surprised University of Colorado students with a free seven-song set before police arrived and brought the unexpected concert to an end. Goose’s Colorado House Party Show Got Shut Down by Police, But Not Before One Last Song Paolo Ragusa

Short, intense storms gain intensity across Hawaiʻi

While long-term data show that Hawaiʻi is getting drier overall, short, intense downpours that cause sudden, dangerous flash floods are getting stronger on the islands, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.

Discovery reveals rapid pathways to complex aromatic molecules in space

A team of researchers led by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Department of Chemistry has uncovered a faster way large carbon-based molecules may form in space, helping solve a long-standing mystery about how some of the building blocks of the universe grow.

Groundbreaking literacy program triples rate of progress among struggling young readers

A University of Alberta literacy expert has completed the largest reading intervention in Canadian history, tripling the rate of progress for most participants after just five months.

MOF-coated catalyst converts CO₂ to CO nearly five times faster under ultrasonic vibration

Researchers at the University of Osaka have developed a catalyst that uses mechanical vibration to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO), an important chemical feedstock.

Heat-tolerant corals may be more vulnerable to disease

Corals that partner with heat-tolerant algae may be better equipped to survive warming oceans—but that resilience comes with an unexpected trade-off, according to a new study from Boston University published in Science Advances.

Unexpected source of genetic diversity found in human sperm

Scientists have identified an unexpected source of genetic variation in human sperm that occurs earlier in sperm development than previously thought. Published in Nature, researchers at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the University of Cambridge and their collaborators found that

Political divide traced to differing views on who is vulnerable

Everyone shares a similar moral compass about right and wrong, but where liberals and conservatives disagree is over who counts as a victim, according to new research from the University at Buffalo School of Management.

Reference genome of the Saimaa ringed seal released

Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Oulu have produced the first chromosome-level reference genome for the Saimaa ringed seal. The sequence of every chromosome in the seal's entire genome has now been read and assembled into virtual maps, includ

How plants evolved a molecular switch to cope with heat

As climate change drives more frequent and intense heat waves, plants face growing challenges to survive and remain productive. Researchers at VIB, Ghent University, KU Leuven and their international collaborators have uncovered an evolutionary innovation that helps plants cope w

Tiny atomic changes could lead to smarter wireless technology

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have shown that making extremely small changes to the structure of a material can dramatically improve its ability to respond to electrical signals. Published recently in Science Advances, the breakthrough could help create a new gen

Many workplaces resist plant-based lunches despite substantial climate benefits

Are organizations ready for plant-based food at work? A new study from the University of Copenhagen explores this question and shows that only a small proportion of workplaces in Denmark are ready for this change—despite its potential to reduce the climate footprint of workplace

LLM-based platform for generating new materials synthesis recipes dramatically cuts trial and error

A research team led by Professor Sung Beom Cho of the School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), in collaboration with the teams of Professors Jin Sung Park and Hyunsouk Cho of Ajou University and Professor Ju Li of the Massachusetts I

Porpoise entanglement recorded in real time, revealing calls and escape attempts

Researchers at the University of St Andrews have gained unprecedented insight into marine mammal behavior when they become tangled in fishing nets. In a paper published Aug. 26 in Royal Society Open Science, researchers from the Sea Mammal Research Unit and Scottish Oceans Instit

Even low-level traffic noise can reduce birdsong's stress-relieving effects

Traffic noise disrupts recognized benefits of birdsong and other sounds from nature, a new study from the University of Surrey reports.

New quantum computing method broadens spectroscopy of hard-to-model matter

Scientists could have a new way to explore the hidden behavior of matter, thanks to research involving Queen Mary University of London that uses a quantum computer to carry out a new form of computational spectroscopy.

The New Student-Focused NYC by CUNY Collection is Built for the Real Heartbeat of the City

The City University of New York is quietly staging a cultural takeover beyond the confines of a traditional lecture hall. With a massive footprint of 247,000 students spanning 26 colleges across the five boroughs, CUNY has always been the literal heartbeat of New York City. Now,

Microcline reveals how a common mineral surface triggers ice formation in clouds

Pure water freezes only at around -38°C (-36°F). Tiny mineral dust particles act as so-called ice nucleators—crystallization seeds on which ice crystals form. A research team at Bielefeld University and the University of Vienna, in cooperation with researchers at the University o

Bacteria from ancestral wheat microbiomes help protect plants against root rot fungus

In the journal npj Biofilms and Microbiomes, researchers from the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) and the University of São Paulo (USP) describe the role of three bacteria in suppressing a soil-borne wheat pathogen that causes root rot. The study paves the w

Deuterium enables chip waveguides to generate broadband light from infrared pulses

A research team from Singapore, led by Associate Professor Dawn Tan of the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Dr. Luo Xianshu, head of the Silicon Photonics Department at the A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME), has developed a low-loss silicon

Molecular trick opens the door to a new generation of glass

Researchers at TU Dortmund University, Paderborn University, the University of Duisburg-Essen, and the University of Oxford have developed a new method for selectively modifying the internal structure of specific types of glass. The study, published in the journal Nature Material

Tiny ocean plankton hold clues to the future of Maine lobster

The future of Maine's lobster industry may depend on a creature the size of a sesame seed. Researchers at the University of Maine have discovered that planktonic baby lobsters, or larvae, preferentially feed on Calanus finmarchicus, a tiny, calorie-rich zooplankton species, durin

Soil bacteria share amino acids, helping nearly half survive nutrient gaps

Bacteria, too, depend on good neighborly relations: A new study by the Osnabrück University, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Cambridge in England, shows that soil bacteria live in beneficial communities and frequently exchange nutrients with one another.

Corners in focus: Metasurface enables motion tracking without digital image processing

A research team at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has developed a new optical corner-detection imaging method that uses azimuthal Hilbert transform metasurfaces and is designed to work as a universal framework. The study marks an important advance in high-speed, low-power

GenAI cannot accurately grade student essays in higher education, study finds

New research from Cardiff University and the University of Melbourne has investigated whether GenAI could mimic human marking when evaluating written student work. The results have been published in the journal Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education.

Scientists identify design rules for the best thermoelectric materials

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have used a theoretical framework to derive design rules for creating new thermoelectric materials. The efficiency of converting thermal energy to electricity is often determined by parameters that strongly depend on each other, maki

The world's first webcam was switched off 25 years ago today — 128x128 grayscale feed predated the World Wide Web to monitor a Cambridge coffee pot

It has been a quarter century since the world’s first webcam was turned off for good. The Trojan Room Coffee Pot was retired on Wednesday, August 22, 2001, after 10 years of service at Cambridge University. This extraordinary webcam’s final low-res image was of its own switch-off

Hydrogel platform uses vitamin B2 and blue light to simplify living tissue models

Researchers at Tampere University have developed a versatile hydrogel platform that makes it easier to create customized biomaterials for tissue engineering, disease modeling, drug discovery and regenerative medicine. Their plug-and-play crosslinking technology enables the design

The end of marriage as we know it

Research from the University of Pennsylvania indicates that couples where the woman earns more are significantly more likely to separate, highlighting how shifting economic dynamics and persistent domestic imbalances are contributing to rising divorce rates.

Dolly decal: Vols to honor late Parton on helmet

Tennessee will honor the late Dolly Parton with a helmet sticker this season. The 80-year-old country singer and philanthropist was a native of Tennessee and had ties to the university.

ESPN EVP Rosalyn Durant on the importance of shooting your shot

When I was in college at the University of South Carolina, I thought I wanted to work in media, but I didn’t really know what that meant or how someone like me was supposed to get there.

Trump cannot deport students for criticizing Israel, judge rules

Judge Noël Wise, in a ruling Friday, delivered a victory for the student newspaper at Stanford University, which has said some international students were afraid to speak out because of the deportation threat.