BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * Aston University and Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust sign collaboration MoU * The memorandum of understanding (MoU) includes agreements to work together in staff training, research and public engagement * It was signed by Professor Aleks Subic of Aston University and Professor David Sallah and Richard Kirby of the Trust * The MoU follows a number of years of the two institutions working tog more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * Aston University and SuperTech WM forge partnership to accelerate innovation and inclusive economic growth * Aston University and SuperTech WM announce strategic partnership to strengthen the region's innovation-led economy * Collaboration will help accelerate growth in the Business, Professional and Financial Services (BPFS) sector * Aston University will contribute research, skills and thought leadership in a more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * Worrying levels of lead detected in the indigenous population of the Amazon A recent study conducted by the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB) in collaboration with the University of Barcelona (UB) has detected worrying lead levels in the blood of 95% of the indigenous population of a remote region of the Amazon. The research suggests that lead-based ammunition used for subsistenc more PR

KONGENS LYNGBY, Denmark, Oct. 7 -- The Technical University of Denmark issued the following news: * * * Billion-kroner grant for green transition of the built environment With a record-breaking research grant from the Villum Foundation, Aalborg University, Aarhus University, the Technical University of Denmark and the University of Southern Denmark are joining forces to advance efforts towards a more sustainable construction sector. In a historic research initiative, the four universities wil more PR

ST. CATHERINES, Ontario, Oct. 7 -- Brock University issued the following news: * * * Canadian Cancer Society-funded research explores AI's role in supporting breast cancer patients, caregivers One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime; among them, one in four will experience post-traumatic stress related to their diagnosis. New research - funded by a Canadian Cancer Society Disruptive Innovation Grant - will explore how AI companions can provide empathetic sup more PR

SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, Oct. 7 -- Cape Breton University issued the following news: * * * Students and Faculty Collaborate on Dominion Beach BioBlitz CBU students and faculty from a range of courses, including the Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment (BASE) Field Course, Marine Ecology, Entomology, Ornithology, Ecology and Chemistry, are teaming up for the Dominion Beach BioBlitz, a project that blends science, history and community to explore the future of one of Cape Breton's most popul more PR

CARDIFF, Wales, Oct. 7 -- Cardiff University issued the following news: * * * Cardiff Half runners raise over 30,000 pounds for University research The sun was shining on Sunday 5 October when over 100 alumni, students, and staff ran the Cardiff Half Marathon to raise funds for Cardiff University research. * #TeamCardiff runners completed the 13.1 miles to fundraise towards neuroscience and mental health, and cancer research. So far, the team has raised an incredible pound sterling30,000,  more PR

DARWIN, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- Charles Darwin University issued the following news: * * * Study finds AI can help buildings become safer, resilient and more sustainable Artificial intelligence could be key to designing buildings which are resilient to both climate extremes and infectious disease threats, according to a study with Charles Darwin University (CDU). The study by the University of Tehran, CDU and Australian Catholic University conducted a review of how AI is being used in  more PR

LONDON, England, Oct. 7 -- City St George's, University of London issued the following news: * * * Jenner Day 2025: Exploring the frontiers of immunology and infectious disease research City St George's annual Jenner Day returned on Wednesday 1st October, bringing together leading researchers and clinicians to share cutting-edge insights into immunology, infectious disease and pandemic preparedness. * Held at the Tooting Campus, the event showcased a dynamic programme of talks, culminating  more PR

PERTH, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- Curtin University issued the following news release: * * * Research reveals many newborn baby deaths linked to preventable or treatable factors A Curtin University-led study has identified the most critical risk factors linked to neonatal deaths worldwide, providing comprehensive evidence to help guide global efforts to save newborn lives. Published in the Lancet's eClinicalMedicine, the research team reviewed more than 60 studies published in the past 35 more PR

BURNABY, British Columbia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- Simon Fraser University issued the following news: * * * Devastating floods made worse by river widening, finds SFU-Wageningen study By Courtney Lust Common flood management tactics risk doing more harm than good without improved monitoring and understanding of rivers, according to a new study co-authored by Simon Fraser University researchers. Published in the journal Nature, the study looked at the 2021 flood of Western Europe's Meuse River th more PR

SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, Oct. 7 -- Cape Breton University issued the following news: * * * From CBU Classrooms to Global Research: Dr. Yurij Salmaniw and Dr. Esther Abel Return Home Cape Breton University Alumnus, Dr. Yurij Salmaniw, has recently been awarded the 2025 AARMS (Atlantic Association for Research in the Mathematical Sciences) Postdoctoral Award for excellence in mathematical research. This prestigious fellowship marks the first AARMS postdoctoral placement in mathematics at CBU, a mil more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, Oct. 7 -- Northumbria University issued the following news release: * * * From gym instructor to PhD graduate - Northumbria technician's remarkable journey defies the odds A former gym instructor from South Shields who left school with just five GCSEs has achieved a PhD while working full-time as a technician at Northumbria University and his groundbreaking research could change NHS exercise guidelines for older adults. Dr Liam Pearson-Noseworthy's journey from  more PR

LEIDEN, The Netherlands, Oct. 7 -- Leiden University issued the following news: * * * Hutspot, herring and... science: Community engagement with Leiden's research at 3 October University By Leidens Ontzet Amid the many traditions of Leiden's 3 October Festival, a relative newcomer is beginning to take hold: the Science Market. At market stalls, the people of Leiden could explore or even participate in Leiden's research - performing an 'operation' in the street, for example. Armed with stamp more PR

LONDON, England, Oct. 7 -- Imperial College-London issued the following news: * * * India Connect Fund selects latest round of UK-India research projects By Conrad Duncan The latest recipients for a fund supporting high impact joint projects between Imperial and top Indian universities and institutes have been selected. Ten projects bringing together researchers at Imperial and experts at top Indian institutions will benefit from the India Connect Fund - which supports co-created research a more PR

ADELAIDE, Australia, Oct. 7 -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release: * * * Launch of landmark national study into university staff wellbeing A nationwide census of Australian university staff will examine wellbeing and psychosocial safety in one of the largest ever studies of higher education working conditions. The Australian Universities Census on Staff Wellbeing, which launches today, will produce a published ranking system to highlight leading institutions  more PR

LEIDEN, The Netherlands, Oct. 7 -- Leiden University issued the following Q&A by Jan Joost Aten with researchers Rowie Stolk, assistant professor of Constitutional and Administrative Law and Caelesta Braun, professor of Public Governance and Civil Society: * * * Strategic Litigation workshop unlocks new collaboration options for young researchers Researchers Rowie Stolk and Caelesta Braun's 'Litigation in the name of public interest' Kiem project included an interdisciplinary workshop on the  more PR

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 8 -- Khalifa University posted the following news: * * * NCM participates in first joint scientific expedition to South Pole The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), in collaboration with the Bulgarian Institute of Polar Research, participated in its first joint scientific expedition to the South Pole, a unique achievement that reflects the UAE's firm commitment to leading global scientific research and enhancing international partnerships in the fields  more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, Oct. 7 -- Northumbria University issued the following news release: * * * Northumbria Architecture showcased at the Venice Biennale Interior Architecture graduates from Northumbria University have presented their innovative solutions to addressing today's global housing challenges on an international stage as part of the 2025 Venice Biennale. As a celebration of art and architecture, the Biennale is regarded as the world's most prestigious and recognised archite more PR

LANCASTER, England, Oct. 7 -- Lancaster University issued the following news: * * * Prestigious appointment for Lancaster Professor of Higher Education A Lancaster University professor has been rewarded for his significant contribution to Higher Education. Professor Paul Ashwin is one of 22 new Fellows of the Society for Research into Higher Education. This prestigious recognition marks a milestone in the Society's 60th anniversary year, as the Fellowship has been reviewed and revised to be more PR

ST. CATHERINES, Ontario, Oct. 7 -- Brock University issued the following news: * * * Province invests $5.2M in Brock teacher education as new Burlington Campus opens The growth of teacher education at Brock was in the spotlight Monday as the University opened its new Burlington Campus and the province announced a $5.2-million investment in programming. Brock celebrated its new modern learning environment in the City of Burlington's Robert Bateman Community Centre with a ribbon-cutting ceremo more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSrpt) -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * New report reveals what helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children grow up strong A study of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children has revealed that early cultural connections to Country, language and Mob are just as critical as preschool and playgroups in shaping wellbeing and success throughout school and into adolescence. The Footprints in Time: Longitudinal  more PR

GUILFORD, England, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * Solar energy is now the world's cheapest source of power, a Surrey study finds Solar energy is now so cost-effective that, in the sunniest countries, it costs as little as pound sterling0.02 to produce one unit of power, making it cheaper than electricity generated from coal, gas or wind, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. In a study published in Energy and Environmen more PR

MUNICH, Germany, Oct. 8 -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * Anniversary ceremony for the Munich School of Politics and Public Policy 75 years in the service of democracy * The Munich School of Politics and Public Policy (HfP) was founded 75 years ago with the aim of strengthening democracy. During this time, it has made a significant contribution to political education in Bavaria. For a good ten years now, the HfP, with TUM as its host university, has been more PR

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Oct. 7 -- Trent University issued the following news release: * * * The Honourable Tom Mulcair Named 2025-26 Ashley Fellow Lawyer, professor, and former leader of the New Democratic Party will be a visiting scholar at Trent, participating in roundtables, course interactions with students and leading a public lecture October 29 The Honourable Tom Mulcair PC, a prominent voice in Canadian public life and former leader of the New Democratic Party, has been named Trent Uni more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Toronto issued the following news: * * * U of T researchers discover virus that infects bacteria that cause Legionnaires' disease The finding reveals the evolutionary origins of Legionnaires' disease and offers insights into possible treatments By Betty Zou University of Toronto researchers have made the first discovery of a virus that infects Legionella pneumophila, the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease. The findings, publish more PR

LONDON, England, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * New drug combination offers hope for men with advanced prostate cancer A new drug combination could significantly delay the progression of a life-threatening form of prostate cancer in men with specific genetic mutations, finds a major international trial led by UCL researchers. The Phase III AMPLITUDE trial, published in Nature Medicine, tested the addition of niraparib, a type of targeted can more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- The University of Birmingham issued the following news: * * * University of Birmingham Vice-Chancellor appointed as Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands Vice-Chancellor & Principal, Professor Adam Tickell, has been named as one of eight new Deputy Lieutenants across the region. * Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Birmingham, has been announced as Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands. One of eight new Deputy Lieut more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- The University of Birmingham issued the following news: * * * Eating food from different cultures reduces anti-immigrant attitudes - study A new UK-based study has found that regularly consuming non-native ethnic cuisines isn't just a matter of taste--it might also help reduce prejudice. * Research from the University of Birmingham and the University of Munich (Germany), based on a nationally representative survey of more than 1,000 White British adults, shows more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- The University of Birmingham issued the following news: * * * Vaping effect on respiratory system subject of new research project University of Birmingham to lead pound sterling1.46M MRC-funded project to unravel long-term vaping risk on lung health. * The benefits and harms of vaping for long term respiratory health will be the focus of a new research project. Building on internationally recognised work in e-cigarette studies at the University of Birmingham, more PR

KOLN, Germany, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Cologne issued the following news release: * * * Antibody discovered that blocks almost all known HIV variants in neutralization assays A Cologne-led research team has discovered the antibody 04_A06, which neutralizes the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in almost all tested variants in vitro and even overcomes typical resistance mechanisms. The discovery potentially opens up new perspectives for the prevention and treatment of HIV infecti more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Oct. 7 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * New report warns cities still unprepared for climate emergency UK cities remain unprepared for the climate emergency, with a stark gap between political ambition and real change on the ground, warns UofG led research. A major report from Urban Retrofit - a new project funded by the Economic and Social Research Council led by the University of Glasgow - warns that UK cities remain unprepared for  more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * New software tool shows clear advantage in water purity prediction A powerful new software tool which can accurately predict the performance of biofilters used by the water industry could reduce the challenge of maintaining the purity of tap water. Researchers from the University of Glasgow's James Watt School of Engineering developed the tool, called the Environmental Buckingham Pi Neural Networ more PR

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, Oct. 7 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news: * * * University of Lethbridge students dive into biochemistry Two University of Lethbridge students dived into biochemistry in a big way over the summer and became the first Indigenous undergraduate students to work at the Canadian Center for Hydrodynamics (CCH) with analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC). Demetra (Demi) Good Rider and Thunder Crowshoe completed the Indigenous Student Success Certificate (I more PR

MONTREAL, Quebec, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Montreal issued the following news: * * * Mexican migrants struggle to reintegrate after being deported A study by UdeM's Ana Canedo shows that coming from the U.S. is difficult for Mexican migrants: many face economic hardship and struggle with identity loss. By Virginie Soffer Luis, originally from Queretaro, Mexico, had been living in Texas for nearly a decade when he was detained and deported. He'd accidentally run a red light whil more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Oct. 8 (TNSrpt) -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: * * * Deforestation can cause eight-fold increase in flood event risk, says report New research, based on forest fires in Australia, proves there is a significantly higher risk of large-scale flooding when major deforestation has occurred in catchment areas. The chance of large-scale flooding in a specific catchment area can increase by as much as 700% if widespread deforestation has occurred.  more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 7 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: * * * 'I Swear' film features groundbreaking university Tourette's research A new film following the life of Tourette's campaigner John Davidson MBE is hitting screens this week and it features University of Nottingham research into the development of a wrist device that delivers electrical pulses to control tics. 'I Swear', which features Maxine Peake and Robert Aramayo in the leading roles, detai more PR

PORTSMOUTH, England, Oct. 7 -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news: * * * New University of Portsmouth led network to fast-track breakthroughs using DNA and RNA innovations Over pound sterling900,000 in funding secured to remove barriers slowing down health and environment scientific innovation * pound sterling917,000 will be spent on maximising the power of nucleic acids such as DNA and RNA * It will support the formation of a multi-disciplinary community of scientists,  more PR

PORTSMOUTH, England, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news: * * * Scientists agree chemicals can affect behaviour, but industry workers more reluctant about safety testing New research exposes divide between industry scientists and academic scientists over testing chemicals for behavioural impacts * Survey of 166 international experts highlights concerns about protecting human and wildlife health from environmental pollutants * Less than a third of indust more PR

CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Oct. 7 -- The University of Prince Edward Island issued the following news release: * * * Dr. Donna Hardy Cox appointed Associate Vice-President, Students The following message was also emailed on October 7 to UPEI students, faculty, and staff on behalf of the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Research. Colleagues, On behalf of the Search Committee, I am pleased to share the news that Dr. Donna Hardy Cox has been appointed as the Associate Vice- more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Clinical trial marks key milestone in fight against antibiotic resistance Key points * UQ researchers led the first randomised trial of a new antibiotic targeting life-threatening, drug-resistant infections. * The international trial was a partnership with Japanese company Shionogi and has been marked a major achievement in academic-industry trials. * With increasing global antimicrobial r more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Nanotech allows fruit and veg to be scanned for Vitamin C Consumers could soon be using their phones to scan fruit and vegetables for freshness and nutrition with the aid of nanotechnology that measures vitamin C concentration. Key points * Researchers have designed particle-sized probes that change colour to indicate vitamin C concentration in fruit, vegetables, and juices * The tiny prob more PR

ADELAIDE, Australia, Oct. 7 -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release: * * * Old solar panels can power new future Australia's rapid uptake of solar panels is creating a looming waste problem with most solar photovoltaic (PV) panels being directed to landfill at the end of their life. However, University of South Australia researchers have identified ways to overcome barriers to safely and profitably extend the life of solar panels and decrease the overall footpr more PR

COVENTRY, England, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Warwick Business School issued the following news: * * * Always look on the bright side of life A groundbreaking 14-year study tracking 25,000 adults has concluded that hope is a critical factor in predicting a longer, healthier, and more prosperous life "Unlike optimism, which is the belief that things will get better, hope is the belief that one's efforts, which include investments in human capital, will make things better," said Caro more PR

COVENTRY, England, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * Research finds crop breeding can cut methane emissions without sacrificing yield Genetic selection could help farmers and breeders reduce greenhouse gases from crops, particularly rice cultivation, research by the University of Warwick and Cranfield University shows. The intensification of farming to meet global food demand has made agriculture one of the largest contributors to greenhous more PR

WOLLONGONG, Australia, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Wollongong issued the following news release: * * * Scientists discover hidden gecko species in Atacama desert Cutting-edge genomic tools reveal the diversity and evolution of a tiny Chilean gecko in the driest place on earth * Beneath the relentless sun of Chile's Atacama Desert, tiny geckos hide a remarkable secret. New genomic research, led by the University of Wollongong's (UOW) Kamryn Carter, has uncovered that these resilient more PR

CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Oct. 7 -- The University of Prince Edward Island issued the following news release: * * * UPEI researchers awarded over $1.7 million in federal funding Researchers at the University of Prince Edward Island have been awarded over $1.7 million in federal funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). The funding was part of an announcement earlier this sum more PR

UTRECHT, The Netherlands, Oct. 7 -- Utrecht University issued the following news: * * * The FIRMBACKBONE infrastructure receives structural funding due to positive evaluation of the SSH Sectorplan FIRMBACKBONE has been included in a list of initiatives to promote data provisioning for the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH)-domain. The permanent funding is a huge step in becoming the source for researchers on Dutch company data. FIRMBACKBONE provides a secure infrastructure of organic growth more PR

LONDON, Canada, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- Western University issued the following news: * * * Western research helps rate historic EF5 tornado in North Dakota National Weather Service used Northern Tornadoes Project study to re-categorize major severe storm event By Jeff Renaud After weeks of engineering analysis, informed largely by a new technique developed by Western's Canadian Severe Storms Laboratory (CSSL), a tornado that hit Enderlin, N.D. this summer has been officially rated EF5 by the U. more PR

LONDON, Canada, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- Western University issued the following news: * * * Canadian study reveals where HIV hides in different parts of body Western researchers study virus by investigating rare tissue samples from early years of pandemic By Jeff Renaud Researchers at Western and the University of Calgary have discovered how HIV hides in different parts of the body by embedding itself into the DNA of cells in a tissue-specific manner, offering new insights into why the virus is  more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Oct. 7 -- The University of the Witwatersrand issued the following news: * * * Wits breaks ground on Africa's first fully integrated BioHub The Wits Interdisciplinary and Translational Science (WITS) BioHub is one of the most ambitious projects in the University's 100-year history. The sod-turning ceremony, held on 12 September 2025 at the new precinct in Houghton, Johannesburg, marked a symbolic milestone in the development of a campus designed to transform healt more PR