Tag Archives: RESEARCH

University of York Leads £31 Million Initiative to Transform Adult Social Care Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of York has assumed a leading role in advancing adult social care research, with Professor Yvonne Birks becoming the first director of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Social Care Research … Read the full press release

LMU Munich Shines as Three Scholars, Including Hannes Leitgeb, Earn Germany’s Leibniz Prize for Exceptional Research

(IN BRIEF) Hannes Leitgeb has been awarded the prestigious Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize by the German Research Foundation (DFG) for his outstanding contributions to mathematical and analytic philosophy. As Chair of Logic and Philosophy of Language and co-director of the … Read the full press release

UK-Saudi Collaboration to Establish Joint Institute for Clean Hydrogen

(IN BRIEF) A consortium of British universities, including Newcastle, Northumbria, Teesside, Durham, and Cranfield, is collaborating with Saudi Arabian universities and industrial partners to establish a Joint International Institute for Clean Hydrogen. Announced by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during … Read the full press release

Almost 1 in 4 Planes Sold in 2045 to be Battery Electric, Finds IDTechEx Sustainable Aviation Market Report

(IN BRIEF) A report by IDTechEx forecasts that nearly 25% of planes sold in 2045 will be battery-electric, despite challenges like battery weight, limited range, ownership costs, and variable carbon reduction depending on energy grid sources. Current batteries are 40 … Read the full press release

Professor Philip Baker Appointed UEA Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Medicine and Health Sciences, Strengthening NHS and Research Collaborations

(IN BRIEF) Professor Philip Baker has been appointed Pro-Vice-Chancellor of UEA’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, bringing significant experience in leading medical faculties globally. His appointment aims to strengthen the faculty’s teaching and research capabilities, in close collaboration with … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Unveils Lipid Saver™: A Sustainable Innovation for Fatty Acid Collection and Storage

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has introduced Lipid Saver™, a new solution designed for the collection, transport, and storage of fatty acids from whole blood samples. The innovative card allows for easy sample collection and long-term preservation at room temperature, eliminating the … Read the full press release

SAMS Expands Research Team with New Roles to Tackle Ocean Changes and Climate Impact

(IN BRIEF) The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is expanding its research team with five new positions to enhance its understanding of ocean processes, particularly in response to climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The new hires, including principal … Read the full press release

The Road to Sustainable Electric Motors for EVs: IDTechEx Analyzes Key Factors

(IN BRIEF) Electric vehicles (EVs) are essential for decarbonizing the transport sector, yet concerns regarding the sustainability of materials used in their electric motors persist. A recent IDTechEx report predicts a demand for over 160 million electric motors annually by … Read the full press release

University of Helsinki Strengthens Research Ties with Yonsei University, Eyes Expanded Collaboration in South Korea

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki has entered into a partnership with South Korea’s Yonsei University through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement aims to foster research collaboration and is a key step in Helsinki’s broader strategy … Read the full press release

Global Outlook for the Challenging Autonomous Bus and Roboshuttle Markets

(IN BRIEF) The commercialization of autonomous buses and roboshuttles has faced delays, with progress falling short of expectations from 2022 to 2024. While these technologies promise cost savings and reduced labor pressures for operators, the number of active companies in … Read the full press release

Red Sea Expedition Inspires Students to Research Plastic Pollution, Present Findings at MICRO 2024

(IN BRIEF) A field trip to the Red Sea has inspired three SAMS undergraduate students to investigate plastic pollution, which they will present at the MICRO 2024 conference. Their research focuses on plastic waste in Red Sea mangroves and Scottish … Read the full press release

Skanska to Build New Research and Teaching Facility for University of North Texas in $87M Project

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed an $87 million contract with the University of North Texas to build a new research and teaching facility on the university’s Denton campus. The 10,300 square-meter building will support interdisciplinary research in fields like biology, … Read the full press release

UEA Jumps to Top 30 in The Mail University Guide 2025, Excelling in Research and Key Subjects

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has climbed to 29th place in The Mail University Guide 2025, up from 31st last year. This ranking highlights UEA’s strong performance in research quality, where it ranked 17th. The guide’s unique … Read the full press release

University of Bristol Research Highlights Risks of New Pesticide to Pollinators

(IN BRIEF) Research from the University of Bristol and the University of Texas at Austin has found that flupyradifurone, a new pesticide designed to replace banned neonicotinoids, poses significant risks to mason bees. The pesticide caused 100% mortality in exposed … Read the full press release

UK Launches £40 Million Initiative to Enhance Flood and Drought Predictions with Cutting-Edge Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol is part of a pioneering national initiative called the Floods & Droughts Research Infrastructure (FDRI) project, aimed at improving the UK’s ability to predict and manage extreme weather events like floods and droughts. Supported … Read the full press release

TUM Expands Opportunities for Vocational Training, Supporting Cutting-Edge Research

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers a variety of vocational training programs, allowing individuals to pursue impactful careers in science and technology without a traditional university degree. This year, 30 new apprentices are joining TUM, where they … Read the full press release

New Research Reveals That Combining Genetic and Demographic Data Enhances Prediction of Species’ Extinction Risks

(IN BRIEF) New research demonstrates that combining genetic diversity data with demographic information provides a more accurate prediction of extinction risks in natural populations. The study, conducted on the Glanville fritillary butterfly, shows that while genetic diversity is important, its … Read the full press release

University of Twente and Forschungszentrum Jülich Strengthen Collaboration with New Memorandum of Understanding

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente (UT) and Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) have formalized their longstanding collaboration with a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Signed during a special event at Jülich, the MoU focuses on strategic areas such as education and … Read the full press release

Evotec Collaborates with Inserm and Lille University Hospital to Advance Obesity and Metabolic Disease Research

(IN BRIEF) Evotec SE announces a partnership with Inserm, Lille University Hospital, and Inserm Transfert to identify novel therapeutic targets and diagnostic markers in obesity and metabolic diseases. The collaboration, centered around the ABOS/DIABOMICS study led by Lille University Hospital, … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool and McMaster University Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Collaborative Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool and McMaster University have announced a strategic partnership aimed at fostering collaborative research and knowledge exchange. As part of this initiative, the universities have established a £300k/$500k seed fund to support joint projects in … Read the full press release