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University of Groningen Secures €6.75 Million Grant for Global Biodiversity Restoration Initiative Led by Professor Han Olff

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Professor Han Olff leads CurveBend, a €6.75 million project funded by the NWO to develop strategies for biodiversity restoration in livestock-dominated regions. This transdisciplinary consortium will collaborate with local stakeholders in the Netherlands, Argentina, … Read the full press release

University of Twente Joins National Protest Against Higher Education Budget Cuts in Utrecht

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente will join a national protest in Utrecht on November 14 against proposed budget cuts in higher education. Many UT students and staff are set to participate, with free transportation arranged and strong support from … Read the full press release

TUM Appoints Prof. Winfried Nerdinger as Anti-Semitism Commissioner to Lead Efforts Against Discrimination

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has appointed Prof. Winfried Nerdinger, an expert in Nazi history and founding director of the Munich Documentation Center for the History of National Socialism, as its Anti-Semitism commissioner. In this role, he … Read the full press release

Qkera, a TUM Spin-Off, Advances Solid-State Battery Technology for Greener Electromobility and Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Qkera, a TUM spin-off, has developed advanced electrolyte components for solid-state batteries, aiming to improve energy density and stability while reducing costs. The start-up has already made significant progress and was recently named one of the top 25 … Read the full press release

Germany Emerges as Top European Hub for International Researchers and Students, Says DAAD Report

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has published new findings highlighting Germany’s growing appeal as a top destination for international academics and students, second only to the United States. In 2021, Germany hosted over 75,000 international researchers, surpassing … Read the full press release

Southampton Astronomer’s Arctic Adventure Inspires Debut Children’s Book on Northern Lights

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Sadie Jones, an astronomer from the University of Southampton, has drawn inspiration from her expedition to Svalbard, Norway, to write her first children’s book, Seren and the Polar Bear Cub, aimed at readers 10 and up. The … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Study Links Prenatal Vitamin D to Lasting Bone Strength in Children

(IN BRIEF) New research led by the University of Southampton shows that children whose mothers took vitamin D supplements during pregnancy have stronger bones at age seven. Part of the MAVIDOS trial, the study found that these children had higher … Read the full press release

voestalpine’s 24-Hour Childcare Boosts Employee Support with Increased Demand and STEM Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine’s expanded 24-hour childcare program at its Linz site has been warmly received by employees, especially those working in shifts. In its first year, the program has seen over a 30% increase in enrollment, with more than half … Read the full press release

New Study Reveals Amplified Risks of Climate Change and Chemical Pollution on Ecosystems and Human Health

(IN BRIEF) A University of Helsinki study led by Sabrina Roth reveals that the combination of climate change and chemical pollution creates a far greater threat to ecosystems and human health than previously understood. Roth’s research shows that extreme weather … Read the full press release

EMA Approves Dupixent as First-Ever Treatment for Young Children with Eosinophilic Esophagitis in the EU

(IN BRIEF) The European Medicines Agency has approved Dupixent as the first treatment for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in young children aged one to 11, marking a significant step in managing this condition in a critical developmental phase. The approval is … Read the full press release

Valio’s Innovative Research Links Dairy Ingredients to Healthy Aging Using C. elegans Model

(IN BRIEF) Valio is pioneering research to enhance understanding of how dairy components like the milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) and hydrolyzed protein can promote healthy aging. Utilizing the C. elegans roundworm as a model organism, Valio’s study reveals that … Read the full press release

NWO and Stichting Big Chemistry Launch €2.8 Million Funding Initiative for AI-Driven Chemical Research

(IN BRIEF) The Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO), in partnership with Stichting Big Chemistry, has launched a funding initiative to support proof-of-concept studies that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) for predicting the physical and chemical properties of complex molecular systems. … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Experts Appointed to Lead UK Climate Adaptation Strategy Amid Rising Environmental Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University professors Hayley Fowler and Chris Evans, along with Dr. Marina Romanello, have been appointed to the UK’s Climate Change Committee’s Adaptation Committee. They will provide expertise on climate resilience as the UK faces rising climate risks, … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Launches New Health Unit to Tackle Gastrointestinal Infections with NIHR Funding

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has received £1.8 million in funding to establish a new research unit focused on gastrointestinal infections, alongside £1 million for the Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB). Located in Norwich and part of the … Read the full press release

EBRD and EU Partner with Montenegro to Boost Energy Efficiency in Schools, Cutting CO₂ and Energy Costs

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has granted Montenegro a €20 million loan, supplemented by EU funding, to improve energy efficiency in 24 educational buildings, including schools and a student dormitory. The upgrades, which will include … Read the full press release

Newcastle and Northumbria Universities Reaffirm Collaborative Commitment to Strengthen City’s Future

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle and Northumbria universities have renewed their partnership through the Collaborative Newcastle Universities Agreement, aiming to support Newcastle’s health, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. This partnership focuses on community initiatives like expanding educational access, promoting student well-being, and … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen to Lead NOK 1.4 Billion Diakonhjemmet Campus Project in Oslo, Supporting Health and Education Expansion

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been awarded a NOK 1.4 billion contract to develop the Diakonhjemmet Campus in Oslo, which will include facilities for a health and social care high school, VID University College, a metro platform, and shared infrastructure. … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Opens Applications for Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowship

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has opened recruitment for the sixth cohort of its Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowship (VCIRF), a prestigious 24-month program supporting early career researchers worldwide. The fellowship provides postdoctoral researchers with opportunities to develop their own research while … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Begins Construction on Innovation Campus to Foster Creativity and Sustainability in Product Design

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has commenced construction on a new 50,000-square-meter Innovation Campus at its Billund headquarters, designed to enhance creativity and sustainability. The facility will unite 1,700 employees, including over 600 designers, in a collaborative space focused on … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Analysis Highlights Link Between Limited Access to Sports, Culture, and Lower Test Scores Among Dutch Children

(IN BRIEF) An analysis by ABN AMRO Foundation reveals that Dutch primary school children with limited access to sports and cultural activities are more likely to receive recommendations for lower levels of secondary education, potentially limiting their educational and career … Read the full press release