Tag Archives: UK universities

The Alan Turing Institute launches new network to connect UK universities in AI and data science

(IN BRIEF) The Alan Turing Institute has launched a new Turing University Network to connect UK universities with an interest in data science and AI. The pilot network includes 36 universities from previous Turing university partners and Turing Network Development … Read the full press release

Leading UK universities release set of measures to protect Britain’s hard won reputation as a global leader in higher education

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 20-May-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — 24 leading UK universities represented by Russell Group released today a set of proposals and measures aimed at defending Britain’s hard-won leading position on the international higher education market. Among others are fast-tracking … Read the full press release

CBI report: UK universities’ growing range of links with China key asset for deepening UK-China relations

As the UK shapes its economic role in the world following the EU referendum, cementing our position will be more crucial than ever.  LONDON, 14-Nov-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — China’s increasing research and economic significance, and the UK’s world-leading universities, with their … Read the full press release

Engineering research by a consortium of UK universities shows how the UK rail industry can achieve multi-million-pound savings

Nottingham, 30-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Practical measures to help prevent landslips and enhance track stability are among rail improvements pinpointed by engineering research involving The University of Nottingham. The potential upgrades would mean rail passengers face fewer speed restrictions, delays … Read the full press release

Russell Group statement on Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities

21-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ —  Commenting on the Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities, Russell Group Director General Dr Wendy Piatt, said: “No one should use league tables alone to judge the quality of education and research at universities. However … Read the full press release

SCC for first time able to offer technology to UK universities through the National Desktop and Notebook agreement (NDNA)

24-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — SCC has announced that for the first time, it is now able to provide UK universities with a range of hardware and related services through the National Desktop and Notebook agreement (NDNA). The news follows this month’s … Read the full press release