Category Archives: Education

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Mentoring Initiative for Minority Women in Medical and Health Sciences Shows Positive Impact on Career Progression and Inclusivity

(IN BRIEF) The AIMMS initiative, a mentorship program designed to support minority women in academic medicine and health sciences, has proven to be an effective tool in breaking down barriers and promoting career advancement. Developed by the University of Southampton … Read the full press release

Samaritans’ Workplace Training Programmes Earn CPD Accreditation for Professional Development

(IN BRIEF) Samaritans has received CPD accreditation for its Samaritan Training and Engagement Programmes (STEP), enhancing its training offerings for workplaces. The CPD-certified courses, which cover areas such as listening skills, building resilience, and supporting vulnerable people, allow professionals to … Read the full press release

Spring Graduation at Umeå University: Celebrating Teachers, Researchers, and the New Vice-Chancellor

(IN BRIEF) Umeå University will celebrate its Spring Graduation on 15 and 17 May 2025, with ceremonies recognizing outstanding teachers, new doctors, jubilee doctors, and the installation of Tora Holmberg as Vice-Chancellor. A total of 34 teachers will be honored, … Read the full press release

Dr. Mumtaz Patel from the University of Liverpool Becomes the 123rd President of the Royal College of Physicians

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Mumtaz Patel has been elected the 123rd president of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), making her the first woman of Indian descent to hold this esteemed position. Dr. Patel, a consultant nephrologist and educator at the … Read the full press release

New Research Exposes Over £3.77 Billion in Government Contracts to Private Companies for Border Security and Small Boat Crossings

(IN BRIEF) A new study reveals that since 2015, the UK government has awarded over £3.77 billion in contracts to private companies managing border security and small boat crossings in the English Channel. While much focus is placed on illegal … Read the full press release

University of Warwick’s Dr. Alex Baker Wins 2025 British Science Association Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences and Mathematics

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Alex Baker, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at The University of Warwick, has been named the winner of the 2025 British Science Association’s Physical Sciences and Mathematics Award Lecture. The award recognizes his exceptional research in Neglected Tropical … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Opens World-Leading E-Beam Lithography Facility to Accelerate Semiconductor Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The University of Southampton’s new E-beam lithography facility, which is the second of its kind globally, will significantly advance semiconductor technology in the UK. The facility, which provides unmatched accuracy in designing the components of future technologies, supports … Read the full press release

CERN’s Beamline for Schools Wins EPS-HEPP Outreach Prize for Inspiring the Next Generation of Particle Physicists

(IN BRIEF) CERN’s Beamline for Schools (BL4S) programme has won the 2025 Outreach Prize from the European Physical Society’s High Energy and Particle Physics Division (EPS-HEPP) for its innovative efforts in engaging high school students with particle physics. The award … Read the full press release

New Study Reveals Alarming Rise in Ketamine Addiction, Highlighting Serious Health Risks and Barriers to Treatment

(IN BRIEF) A new study led by the University of Exeter and University College London (UCL) sheds light on the growing issue of ketamine addiction, revealing significant physical and psychological health problems among users, many of whom are unaware of … Read the full press release

Overfishing Threatens Fish Species That Are Key to Climate Stability and Seabed Health, Research Shows

(IN BRIEF) New research from the University of Exeter highlights the vital role of fish in bioturbation, the process of churning and reworking seabed sediments, which is crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems and regulating climate change. The study found that … Read the full press release

Public Opinion Divided on National Security Data Processing, With 79% Supporting Use for Terrorism Investigations, Reveals Study

(IN BRIEF) A new study by the Centre for Emerging Technology and Security (CETaS) at The Alan Turing Institute reveals that 79% of UK adults support national security agencies collecting and processing personal data for investigations into terrorism and serious … Read the full press release

University of Twente and Labmicta Partner to Revolutionize Laboratory Diagnostics with AI and Robotics

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente and Labmicta have formed a strategic partnership to advance laboratory diagnostics through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. This collaboration aims to optimize diagnostic processes, reduce turnaround times, and improve patient care … Read the full press release

Engineering the Future: Nima Monshizadeh Naini of the University of Groningen on Control Theory and Cyber-Physical-Human Systems

(IN BRIEF) Nima Monshizadeh Naini, associate professor at the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen, is advancing the field of control theory with a focus on optimizing cyber-physical-human systems. His work aims to improve complex systems such as energy grids and … Read the full press release

University of Glasgow Researchers Discover Rapid Formation of Human-Made Rock from Industrial Waste

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Glasgow have uncovered a shocking new geological phenomenon: industrial waste, specifically slag from steel production, is turning into rock in as little as 35 years, a process that traditionally takes millions of years. … Read the full press release

Citizen Science Project “Mein Baum” Promotes Sustainable Urban Planning through Smartphone App

(IN BRIEF) The “Mein Baum” citizen science project, launched by BUND Naturschutz in collaboration with TUM and HSWT, encourages citizens to document urban trees using a smartphone app. The collected data will support climate adaptation strategies by enhancing understanding of … Read the full press release

University of Copenhagen Researchers Create ‘Super Stem Cells’ with Enhanced Regenerative Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have created “super stem cells” by altering the cells’ diet, enhancing their ability to differentiate into various cell types such as liver, skin, and nerve cells. This development has significant implications for … Read the full press release

Southampton Leads £4.5M UK-Wide Research Network Exploring How Gut Health Influences the Brain and Immune System

(IN BRIEF) A new UK research network led by the University of Southampton is investigating how the gut microbiome influences the brain and immune system. With £4.5 million in BBSRC funding, the four-year project brings together scientists from Southampton, Cambridge, … Read the full press release

TUM and AdBK Unite with Haus der Kunst to Merge Astrophysics and Art in Groundbreaking Project on Neutrinos and Dark Matter

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at TUM and artists from the Academy of Fine Arts Munich are teaming up with Haus der Kunst for a four-year project that explores dark matter and neutrinos through artistic collaboration. Supported by the DFG and TUM’s … Read the full press release

TUM Breakthrough: Synthetic Peptides Disrupt Protein Aggregation Across Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and Diabetes

(IN BRIEF) A team at the Technical University of Munich has developed synthetic macrocyclic peptides that inhibit harmful protein aggregation linked to Parkinson’s disease. The peptides also block the interactions between proteins involved in Alzheimer’s and type 2 diabetes, which … Read the full press release

Bertelsmann’s Flagship Career Event ‘Talent Meets Bertelsmann’ Returns to Berlin for its 17th Edition This June

(IN BRIEF) Bertelsmann is inviting students from across Europe to apply for its 17th Talent Meets Bertelsmann event, taking place June 16–18, 2025 in Berlin. Open to students from all disciplines, the event offers networking, workshops, coaching, and AI-focused challenges … Read the full press release