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AFRY Ranks Second in 2023 Employer Branding Survey for Young Engineers in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) In the 2023 Employer Branding survey by Universum, AFRY has secured the second position as one of the most attractive employers for young engineers in Sweden, particularly among BSc engineers in the “young professionals” category. AFRY’s eighth-place ranking … Read the full press release

ELKO Receives Accolades as Best Retail Partner and Customer Service Distributor in 2023 CONTEXT ChannelWatch Survey

(IN BRIEF) ELKO, a prominent player in the technology distribution industry, has earned recognition as the “Best Retail Partner” and the “Best Customer Service Distributor” in the 2023 CONTEXT ChannelWatch survey, a widely-respected online IT reseller survey known for its … Read the full press release

Viasat Launches ‘Viasat Beyond: Space’ Competition to Inspire the Next Generation of UK Space Innovators

(IN BRIEF) Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, has initiated the ‘Viasat Beyond: Space’ competition aimed at nurturing the future generation of engineers, artists, scientists, and space enthusiasts in the UK. This competition targets students in years 12 and … Read the full press release

University of Exeter-Led Team Wins Prize for AI-Driven Global Antibiotic Resistance Harmonization

(IN BRIEF) A team led by Professor Robert Beardmore at the University of Exeter has won an Innovation Award at the Vivli Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Data Challenge for their work in harmonizing thresholds for antibiotic resistance using artificial intelligence (AI). … Read the full press release

Rönesans Group Maintains Top 10 Position Among Europe’s Largest International Contractors

(IN BRIEF) Rönesans Group has reaffirmed its status as a leading construction company, securing the 38th spot on ENR’s prestigious 2023 “World’s Top 250 International Contractors” list. This ranking reflects Rönesans’ consistent presence among the top 10 contracting companies in … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Team Nominated for Impact Prize for Work on Countering Kleptocracy

(IN BRIEF) A team of experts from the University of Exeter, including Professors John Heathershaw and David Lewis, and Dr. Catherine Owen, has been nominated for the Economic and Social Research Council’s Celebrating Impact Prize. Their research focused on the … Read the full press release

Diverse Voices Recognized: EBRD Literature Prize 2024 Announced

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the launch of the EBRD Literature Prize 2024. This prestigious literary award recognizes works of fiction originally published in a language from a country where the EBRD invests, … Read the full press release

Fifth Annual “German AI Award” Recognizes Excellence in Artificial Intelligence

(IN BRIEF) The fifth annual “German AI Award” was presented in Berlin by WELT to honor outstanding achievements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The award ceremony included the AI Innovation Award, the AI User Award, and the AI … Read the full press release

Winners of European Investment Bank’s Social Innovation Tournament Announced

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Institute recently unveiled the winners of this year’s Social Innovation Tournament (SIT) at a ceremony in Stockholm, celebrating European social entrepreneurs and their impactful products or services. The SIT, an annual event organized by … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Recognized in Fortune’s ‘Change the World’ List for Fourth Time

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in digital energy management and automation, has earned a place on Fortune’s 2023 “Change the World” list for the fourth time. This list ranks companies globally that are making a positive social or environmental … Read the full press release

University of York Attains Gold Rating in National Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

(IN BRIEF) The University of York has received the highest accolade, a Gold rating, in the latest national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). The judging panel commended the university for its course content and delivery, which “inspire students to actively engage … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Achieves Triple Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has received the highest accolade, a Gold rating, across all three categories of student experience, student outcomes, and overall assessment in the government’s Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Out of 228 universities participating in the … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Awarded Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has achieved the highest rating, Gold, in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, a national scheme administered by the Office for Students (OfS) to recognize and encourage excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes … Read the full press release

MAHLE Group Achieves Science-Based Climate Targets in Line with Paris Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The MAHLE Group has received confirmation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) that its climate targets align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and are scientifically sound. The automotive supplier has committed to reducing its Scope … Read the full press release

Aviva Ireland’s Suzie Nolan and Danny Harmer: Leading the Way in Gender Diversity

(IN BRIEF) Aviva Ireland’s Head of Property, Suzie Nolan, and Chief People Officer, Danny Harmer, have been recognized on this year’s HERoes Role Model Lists. Suzie is a Future Leader and a diversity advocate, while Danny has made the Women … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Achieves Global Top 50 Rankings for International Outlook and Research Quality

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has secured impressive rankings in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. It ranks 38th worldwide for International Outlook and 40th for Research Quality, out of over 1900 universities evaluated globally. These rankings … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Recognized for Supporting Economic Growth and Knowledge Exchange

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved recognition for its dedication to fostering economic growth and knowledge exchange, according to the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) assessment by UKRI. The university has moved up to Cluster V, placing it among … Read the full press release

Axel Springer and BILD Receive Nova Innovation Award for Innovative Metaverse Concert Experience with Knossi

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer and BILD have been honored with the Nova Innovation Award in the “Nova New Business Areas” category for their groundbreaking event experience in the Metaverse Club featuring a live concert by Twitch star and singer Jens … Read the full press release

British Safety Council’s International Safety Awards 2024 Now Open for Applications

(IN BRIEF) The British Safety Council has opened applications for the International Safety Awards 2024, marking the 66th year of these internationally recognized accolades for excellence in health, safety, and wellbeing. These awards honor organizations committed to maintaining high standards … Read the full press release

UCL Chair of Council Victor Chu Receives Distinguished Service Award at Atlantic Council Global Citizen Awards

(IN BRIEF) Victor Chu CBE, the Chair of UCL Council, has been honored with a special Distinguished Service Award at the 12th Atlantic Council Global Citizen Awards held during the United Nations General Assembly Week in New York. The award … Read the full press release