BRISBANE, Australia, May 7 -- The Australian Catholic University issued the following news: * * * Symposium marks fruitful year of research into lay governance of Catholic ministries Preliminary research into governance in the Catholic Church has found more than 100 religious institutes worldwide have transferred their ministries to canonical bodies overseen predominantly by the laity. Research led by Australian Catholic University theologians Dr Maeve Louise Heaney VDMF and Dr Jamie Calder  more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, May 6 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * New experimental drug improves motor function and prolongs life in ALS model A collaborative study involving the UAB has shown the ability of the molecule MP-010 to improve motor function and prolong life expectancy in a mouse model of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a severe neurodegenerative disease with no effective treatments. A collaborative study recently published in the British Jou more PR

DARWIN, Australia, May 7 -- Charles Darwin University issued the following news: * * * Rooting out plant diseases: Are computers ready to run our farms? Nature is still too complex for artificial intelligence (AI) modelling to be effective, but the tipping point is close, according to a new study that found the technology may still trip at the last real-world hurdle. The study into how AI can help protect crops from diseases and improve food security by identifying diseases and forecasting o more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, May 6 -- The University of Toronto issued the following news: * * * From HIV to 'forever chemicals': U of T researcher follows an unexpected path in immunology By Megan Easton Bebhinn Treanor originally wanted to be a doctor - that is, until she had the chance to work in a neuroscience lab as an undergraduate student. The opportunity made her realize there was more than one path to improving human health. "Getting to see what was happening in cells and tissues at a molec more PR

MONTREAL, Quebec, May 6 -- McGill University issued the following news release: * * * New insights into how cancer spreads prompt rethink of metastasis care Researchers discover that cancer cells move in clusters, rather than alone, more frequently than previously thought A McGill University-led research collaboration has achieved a breakthrough in understanding how cancer spreads. A clinical study of ovarian and colorectal cancer patients found cancer cells move in the bloodstream in clust more PR

MUNICH, Germany, May 6 -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * Rare disease: antisense RNA reduces seizures in premature infant Treatment success in severe epilepsy A team of researchers and physicians from TUM University Hospital, LMU University Hospital, and Dr. von Hauner Children's Hospital has successfully treated a premature infant suffering from near-continuous epileptic seizures caused by a rare genetic disorder. After conventional treatments failed, th more PR

MUNICH, Germany, May 6 -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * Sustainable proteins for the cities of the future Vertical Farming to increase yields and reduce environmental impact Vertical farming can do more than lettuce. A research team headed by TUMCREATE, a research platform in Singapore, led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), has investigated the cultivation of six food groups in vertical farming: Crops, algae, mushrooms, insects, fish and culti more PR

LONDON, England, May 6 -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * Social injustice continues to 'kill on a grand scale' A new global report published by the World Health Organization (WHO), the evidence review for which has been provided by the UCL Institute of Health Equity (IHE), reveals that the targets from its first landmark Commission on the Social Determinants of Health will be missed. The 2008 Commission, chaired by the UCL Institute of Health Equity's Director more PR

BOCHUM, Germany, May 6 -- The University in Bochum issued the following news release: * * * How Is Handedness Linked to Neurological Disorders? Linguistic symptoms and an onset early in life: Disorders to which this applies are frequently associated with left-handedness resp. mixed-handedness. The fact that left-handedness resp. mixed-handedness are strikingly common in patients with certain neurological disorders such as autism spectrum disorders is a frequently reported observation in medi more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, May 6 -- The University of Birmingham issued the following news: * * * Research advances on 'displacing' antibiotic resistance gene from bacteria The research is on plasmids, small, circular strands of DNA, that allow bacteria to share genes rapidly, and carry genes conferring antibiotic resistance. Birmingham scientists have identified essential genetic code for a method called plasmid curing, which aims to 'displace' antibiotic resistance genes from bacteria. Plasmids more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 6 -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news: * * * Eske Willerslev and team link Native American community to their ancestors through ancient DNA Researchers help the Native American Picuris Pueblo people uncovering their history using ancient DNA. Their research connects the Picuris Pueblo not only to their ancestors but also to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Chaco Canyon. Using tiny fragments of bones and teeth dated to between 500 and 700 years more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 6 -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news: * * * Saving the Asian Unicorn - If It Still Exists The saola, an antelope-like bovine, is one of the world's rarest and most endangered mammals. In fact, it hasn't been observed in over 10 years. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen, in collaboration with Vietnamese scientists and an international team of researchers, have for the first time mapped the saola's complete genome, and they have used th more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 6 -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news: * * * Streaming culture creates new digital communities for film fans In a new book, media researcher Helle Kannik Haastrup explores how TV series and films can both challenge our view of the world and engage us in online communities. The book challenges prejudices about popular culture's "banal" narratives and uncritical fan culture and shows that digital platforms also afford space for serious discussions  more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, May 6 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following news: * * * Doctoral defence of Bilour Khan, MSc (Tech), 16.5.2025: Articular cartilage optical properties vary with tissue depth and integrity The doctoral dissertation in the field of Applied Physics, will be examined at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Kuopio campus. What is the topic of your doctoral research? Why is it important to study the topic? My work focuses on understanding how the o more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, May 6 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following news: * * * Doctoral defence of Olusegun Olaitan Akinyemi, MSc, 9.5.2025: Phenotyping intraspecific trait variation of forest trees by chlorophyll fluorescence and spectral reflectance The doctoral dissertation in the field of Biology will be examined at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Joensuu campus, and online. What is the topic of your doctoral research? Why is it important to study the topic more PR

EXETER, England, May 6 -- The University of Exeter issued the following news: * * * Gorilla study reveals complex pros and cons of friendship Friendship comes with complex pros and cons - possibly explaining why some individuals are less sociable, according to a new study of gorillas. Scientists examined over 20 years of data on 164 wild mountain gorillas, to see how their social lives affected their health. Costs and benefits changed depending on the size of gorilla groups, and differed fo more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, May 6 -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * New immunotherapy trial focusing on older colon cancer patients Elderly colon cancer patients are being given the chance to access a clinical trial that could transform future practice. Individuals with a specific type of tumour will receive an immunotherapy drug called dostarlimab before surgery, rather than the standard procedure where surgery is carried out first, then sometimes followed up by chemother more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, May 6 -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * New treatment combination for rectal cancer patients offers improved rates of remission A new trial of patients with advanced rectal cancer has found that the addition of immunotherapy treatment alongside extended radiotherapy led to better rates of remission. The findings from the UK-wide trial - released today at the ESTRO 2025 conference in Vienna - reported high rates of complete response to treatment  more PR

MANCHESTER, England, May 6 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * Long-term field experiment shows combined approach can maximise the benefits of grassland restoration Results from a long-term field experiment shed new light on how grasslands can be restored for nature, the environment, and for farmers. From richer biodiversity and benefits for pollinators, to carbon storage in soils, while balancing hay yields for grazing livestock, the study published in N more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, May 6 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: * * * 'Seeing inside cells like never before': discovery could transform research and cut costs The new technique pioneered by UNSW researchers paves the way for advances in our understanding of complex cellular processes, and could make expensive research a lot cheaper. If you want to study different parts of a cell at the same time, multicolour fluorescence imaging is really the only game in town. It more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, May 6 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: * * * How long-duration batteries can power a more reliable renewable energy future UNSW experts explain why long-duration batteries are likely to be crucial in the transition to more environmentally friendly energy systems. As the world moves toward cleaner energy sources, a major challenge remains: how do we store renewable energy for when we need it most? Current battery energy storage technologies  more PR

PORTSMOUTH, England, May 6 -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news: * * * Researchers warn the UK is falling behind international efforts as microplastics infiltrate food, bodies, and ecosystems New policy brief says UK risks irreversible environmental, economic and health harm without a clear national microplastics strategy The UK government must urgently draw up a comprehensive national strategy to tackle microplastic pollution or risk falling further behind international more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, May 6 -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Light conversion tech to power wearable X-rays for children Light conversion technology developed by University of Queensland researchers will be used for wearable X-ray devices that make respiratory scans more comfortable for young children. Associate Professor Jingwei Hou from UQ's School of Chemical Engineering has been awarded a $1.6 million Investigator grant from the National Health and Medical  more PR

ADELAIDE, Australia, May 6 -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release: * * * 'Silver lining' effect for many women who separate in midlife A new study challenges a common assumption that Australian women who divorce or separate in midlife are destined for a bleak future. While finances can be a struggle and personal happiness declines in the short term, it gradually increases within a few years, often exceeding pre-divorce levels. That's one finding from a South  more PR

ADELAIDE, Australia, May 6 -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release: * * * A new financial plan to steady the ship for Australia's naval fleet A new planning formula to optimise the lifecycle value of Australia's warships in an era of geopolitical instability has been proposed by researchers at the University of South Australia. Based on an existing model used in financial decision making - the Real Options Approach (ROA) - but with modifications to address the  more PR

GUILFORD, England, May 6 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * China's transition to renewable energy is not only faltering but may be impeding sustainable development By Georgie Gould China's ambitious push towards renewable energy may actually be hindering sustainable development rather than promoting it, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. The study, published in Energy Economics, evaluated the impact of China's Plan on Clean Energy Acco more PR

PERTH, Australia, May 6 -- The University of Western Australia issued the following news: * * * Accolades grow for world-leading agricultural scientist A globally renowned scientist, educator and collaborator from The University of Western Australia has been recognised for his contribution to international agricultural research. UWA's Institute of Agriculture Director, Hackett Professor Kadambot Siddique AM CitWA FTSE has been awarded the 2024 Crawford Fund Medal, which recognises a consider more PR

PERTH, Australia, May 6 -- The University of Western Australia issued the following news: * * * Tool helps students wake up to sleep patterns The University of Western Australia has partnered with mental health software platform iYARN to develop and integrate a digital tool to help people studying sleep science to better understand the subject. The Sleep Journal was developed by UWA graduates Lockie Cooke and Chris Lawrence, who co-founded iYarn, and will be used by students studying the Wak more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 6 -- The University of the Witwatersrand issued the following news: * * * Older adults are getting infected with HIV, but prevention focuses on young people Prevention and treatment campaigns are not adequately targeting the particular needs of the 50+ years age group. Indeed, between 2000 and 2016, the number of adults aged 50 years and older living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa doubled. At present, their HIV prevalence is exceeding that of younger adults.  more PR