KYOTO, Japan, Nov. 25 -- Kyoto University issued the following news: * * * 2025 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers include five from KyotoU Clarivate Plc has announced its 2025 list of Highly Cited Researchers, including five from Kyoto University. Highly Cited Researchers are selected annually from across the globe based on the number of highly cited papers they produced over an 11-year period. The annual list is comprised of researchers recognized for authoring multiple papers that "rank  more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 25 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * The documentary "Off the Archeological Record" awarded at the FICAB 2025 The documentary Off the Archeological Record, produced by the UAB and the Pastwomen network, received the EITB Award for gender perspective in the 25th edition of the recently held International Archaeological Film Festival of the Bidasoa (FICAB). The jury awarded the film for its detailed treatment of the experiences of  more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 25 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * Researcher Victoria Reyes Garcia receives the Rei Jaume I Award in Environmental Protection Victoria Reyes Garcia, ICREA professor at ICTA-UAB, has received the Rei Jaume I Award in the Environmental Protection category from King Felipe VI in a ceremony in which the seven awardees have expressed their willingness to work to transform reality through knowledge and to open paths where others on more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * Boy given world-first gene therapy made by UCL scientists 'thriving' A young boy born with a devastating, rare genetic condition has been given a new lease of life thanks to a team of UCL scientists who manufactured a pioneering gene therapy for him. Ollie Chu was born with Hunter syndrome - or MPSII - an inherited, life-limiting genetic condition which causes progressive damage to the body and brain.  more PR

ST. CATHERINES, Ontario, Nov. 25 -- Brock University issued the following news: * * * ESRC opens new avenues for collaboration to sustainability researchers By Amanda Bishop When it comes to environmentally sustainable energy technologies, Jasneet Kaur has big plans for building better energy systems using two-dimensional (2D) materials. The Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering recently became a faculty affiliate of Brock's Environmental Sustainability Research Centre (ESRC), whe more PR

CARDIFF, Wales, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Cardiff University issued the following news: * * * Scientists map badger roadkill UK hotspots A map of badger roadkill hotspots in the UK has been generated by a team from Cardiff University to help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions in the future. Cardiff University's Road Lab project assessed where and why badgers are involved in vehicle collisions, identifying 2,248 hotspots of wildlife-vehicle collisions. The hotspots represent areas that are in the  more PR

CARDIFF, Wales, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Cardiff University issued the following news: * * * Why the long interface? AI systems don't 'get' the joke, research reveals Powerful artificial intelligence (AI) systems, like ChatGPT and Gemini, simulate understanding of comedy wordplay, but never really 'get the joke', a new study suggests. Researchers wanted to find out whether large language models (LLMs) can understand puns - also known as paronomasia - wordplay that relies on double meanings or sou more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- City St George's, University of London issued the following news: * * * Advancing AI-driven blood pressure prediction through partnership City St George's and Infohealth Ltd announce new Knowledge Transfer Partnership * City St George's, University of London, renowned for its cutting-edge research in biomedical engineering, has entered into a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Infohealth Ltd, a leading innovator in digital health solutions. The groundbrea more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- Imperial College-London issued the following news: * * * COP30: Imperial researchers react to 'Deeply disappointing' climate talks By Jamie Taylor and Conor McNally COP30 ended with a contentious deal after two weeks of negotiations on topics ranging from climate finance to pathways for limiting warming to 1.5 C. Countries successfully agreed to triple funding for climate adaptation, announced a Just Transition mechanism aimed at protecting rights during the shif more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- The Royal Holloway-University of London issued the following news: * * * New domestic tech abuse handbook launched to help victims A new research-led digital handbook for victims of domestic tech abuse has been launched by Surrey Domestic Abuse Partnership (SDAP) and Royal Holloway. The SDAP released the handbook during the UN's 16 Days of Activism campaign to help people experiencing digital abuse understand what's happening and how to get support. This year's ca more PR

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Eindhoven University of Technology issued the following news: * * * A strong education network for Brabant and Limburg: better alignment, less dropout TU/e is one of the initiators of the new Education Network South Netherlands. * Eindhoven University of Technology, together with secondary schools (VO) and higher education institutions (HO) in Brabant and Limburg, has signed up for the Education Network South Netherlands: a single VO-HO network that wi more PR

CARDIFF, Wales, Nov. 25 -- Cardiff University issued the following news: * * * Global leading scientist to head-up Cardiff's UK Dementia Research Institute A renowned neuroscientist is returning to Cardiff to head-up one of the UK's leading centres for dementia research. Professor Baljit Khakh, a global authority on astrocytes and brain function, has been appointed Director of the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) at Cardiff University. The Cardiff-based UK DRI is one of several centr more PR

HEIDELBERG, Germany, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Heidelberg University issued the following news release: * * * Malaria Parasites Move on Right-Handed Helices Motion patterns help the transition between tissue compartments - explanation for asymmetry in the body plan of the pathogen * With victims numbering in the millions, malaria is an infectious disease caused by the bite of a mosquito carrying the malaria parasite. After penetrating the skin, the pathogen moves with helical trajectories. It alm more PR

HONG KONG, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release: * * * HKUMed cracks gastric cancer's 'metabolic code': Tumour growth slowed by 65%, plus a 6.3-fold kill rate with cholesterol inhibitors in neuron-infiltrated cases * A research team from the LKS Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has made a breakthrough in gastric cancer research, revealing how the 'second brain'--nerves in the digestive system, also known as enteric neuro more PR

BURNABY, British Columbia, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Simon Fraser University issued the following news: * * * Know the risks - SFU study highlights gaps in avalanche safety awareness among snowshoers and winter hikers by Sam Smith Researchers from Simon Fraser University are urging snowshoers and winter hikers to get clued up on avalanche safety after a new study found a concerning lack of awareness among those taking part in the sports. With the arrival of the alpine season, winter sports enthus more PR

LEIDEN, The Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Leiden University issued the following news: * * * Nearly 200 million for new research buildings and facilities The Dutch Research Council (NWO) is investing 197 million euros in 11 infrastructure projects that will be of great value to science and society. Leiden University and the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) are participating in eight of the eleven proposals. The funds made available to NWO by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science wi more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of London - London School of Economics and Political Science issued the following news release: * * * Seeing the rich makes people favour redistribution, but also increases political division People are more likely to support wealth-redistribution policies when they can clearly see how rich others are. However this greater visibility of wealth also increases dissatisfaction and political polarisation, according to new research published in P more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 25 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * Ludia Bio, new UAB spin-off to contribute to the development of biosimilars The UAB has created a new knowledge-based company operating from the Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology and specialising in scientific advice for the development of biosimilar medicines. The market for biosimilars, medicines that are essentially the same in terms of quality, efficacy and safety as more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Newcastle University issued the following news: * * * Antarctic mountains could boost ocean carbon absorption Research involving scientists from Newcastle University has revealed new hope in natural environmental systems found in Antarctica which could help mitigate the overall rise of carbon dioxide. As Antarctica's ice sheets thin due to climate change, newly exposed mountain peaks could significantly increase the supply of vital nutrients  more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- Newcastle University issued the following news: * * * Fossil fuels speed up shifts in Europe's winter rainfall New study reveals burning of fossil fuels is accelerating winter rainfall changes in the UK and Europe, almost 25 years sooner than expected. As COP30 negotiations failed to secure new pledges to cut fossil fuels, new research shows that the burning of coal, oil and gas is already driving dangerous increases in winter rainfall across more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- Queen Mary University of London issued the following news: * * * Queen Mary academics' research excellence recognised on global scale In recent months, academics across Queen Mary University of London have been recognised nationally and internationally for their research excellence, prowess and achievements. Recognition of the University's academics on such a scale, and across a variety of disciplines, further demonstrates the world-leading research carried out at more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- Queen Mary University of London issued the following news: * * * Queen Mary delegation puts culture and engagement at the heart of COP30 A delegation of five experts from Queen Mary University of London participated in COP30 in Belem, Brazil this November. From side events and panel discussions, to VR exhibitions, collaboration with international partners and community engagement, they showcased how the University is taking action to combat climate change through r more PR

NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Radboud University issued the following news: * * * How a chatbot can give (ethical) advice on how to quit smoking Can a chatbot help you quit smoking, or in making safer choices in sexual health? Research by Erkan Basar, who will defend his PhD at Radboud University on November 25, shows that it's possible - but only if the chatbot is given context and structure in advance by actual medical professionals. Millions of people around the world already turn more PR

VICTORIA, British Columbia, Nov. 25 -- Royal Roads University issued the following news: * * * RRU in the media: Another COP, is there anything to show for it? The United Nations' Conference of the Parties (COP) held its thirtieth meeting in the Amazon rainforest, with the intent of highlighting a habitat that is experiencing tremendous impact from climate change. The gathering brought together thousands of delegates including politicians, activists and energy representatives to discuss ways  more PR

MUNICH, Germany, Nov. 25 -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * STEM promotion in Miesbach Second school student research center under the direction of TUM MINTopolis - The Youth Research Center in the Oberland region aims to inspire children and young people with a passion for STEM subjects and equip them with relevant skills. To this end, State Parliament President Ilse Aigner, District Administrator Olaf von Lowis of Menar and Miesbach Mayor Dr. Gerhard Bra more PR

KONGENS LYNGBY, Denmark, Nov. 25 -- The Technical University of Denmark issued the following news: * * * Danish quantum chips will be manufactured here To develop and manufacture quantum chips, researchers and businesses need access to advanced cleanrooms, labs, and equipment. DTU has started building the coveted facilities, which will be completed in 2027. They will be crucial for Denmark's global position in the competition to realize tomorrow's potent quantum technologies. By Christina Ta more PR

HAIFA, Israel, Nov. 25 -- The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * The Technion will award the prestigious Harvey Prize to two American scientists who have made groundbreaking advances in nanotechnology and medicine Prof. David Liu and Prof. Chad Mirkin work to translate their scientific discoveries into clinical applications * The Technion will award the Harvey Prize in Science and Technology to Prof. David R. Liu from Harvard University and Prof. Chad more PR

BAYREUTH, Germany, Nov. 25 -- The University of Bayreuth issued the following news release: * * * Germany's First Digital Motion Analysis in Paralympic Basketball For the first time in Germany, a digitally supported motion analysis of a Paralympic national team is being conducted under the leadership of the University of Bayreuth: Prof. Dr. Franz Konstantin Fuss, Chairholder of Biomechanics at the University of Bayreuth, together with his former Master's student Lena Baumker - now a research  more PR

BRISTOL, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Bristol issued the following news release: * * * AI and 5G unite bringing sports fans closer to the action than ever before Groundbreaking new technology is set to revolutionise match day and how fans experience sport following successful trials at a major stadium. The innovation, the first of its kind in the UK, could transform traditional sports venues into fully smart-enabled stadiums, offering fans unprecedented levels of interaction and conn more PR

BRISTOL, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Bristol issued the following news release: * * * Most preschoolers failing to meet daily physical activity guidelines, study suggests Fewer than 1 in 4 children aged 2 to 4 meet the recommended daily physical activity levels, a new study has found. Additionally, while children are much more active on days when they attend early years settings, most preschoolers are not meeting the recommended activity levels within early years settings o more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Nov. 25 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following Q&A on Nov. 24, 2025, with doctoral researcher Isaac Appiah Otoo: * * * Doctoral defence of Isaac Appiah Otoo, MSc, 12.12.2025: Engineering THz components: synergy of geometry and material properties The doctoral dissertation in the field of Physics will be examined at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Joensuu campus. * What is the topic of your doctoral research? Why is it important to study t more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Nov. 25 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following Q&A on Nov. 24, 2025, with doctoral researcher Mariia Beliaeva: * * * Doctoral defence of Mariia Beliaeva, MSc, 5.12.2025: Hybrid phosphines steering tunable emissive states in silver and gold complexes The doctoral dissertation in the field of Chemistry will be examined at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Joensuu campus. * What is the topic of your doctoral research? Why is it important to st more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Nov. 25 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following news: * * * Doctoral defence of Wayne J. Brown, MSc, 18.12.2025: Hybrid simulation in healthcare education using standardized patients, wearable and web-based technologies: A Theoretical framework The doctoral dissertation in the field of Computer Science will be examined at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Joensuu campus. * MSc Wayne J. Brown's dissertation explores the pedagogical potential  more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Nov. 25 -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * Keltic Pharma Therapeutics awarded $1.3 million from Gates Foundation for malaria drug discovery programme * In a separate announcement, the University spin-out has also partnered with Scotland-based BioAscent to give customers access to cutting-edge peptide discovery platform for GPCR targets. * Keltic Pharma Therapeutics, a University of Glasgow spin-out, has been awarded $1.3 million (pound sterling more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Nov. 25 -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * Local knowledge sought for climate change research project Academics at the University of Glasgow are launching an appeal to residents Ayr, Dumfries and Wick for their feedback on the impacts of climate change on communities and residents' mental health as part of a new research project. The project, led by PhD student Rhiannon Hawkins of the University's School of Geographical & Earth Sciences, aims to  more PR

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- SOAS, University of London issued the following news: * * * Trends and patterns in family life since the Chinese Communist Revolution revealed in new book The first detailed study on sex, marriage and intimacy in China revealing the trends and patterns in family life since the Chinese Communist Revolution of 1949 has been published in a new book by Jieyu Liu, Professor of Sociology and China Studies at SOAS University of London. Embedded Generations is the culmina more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * New hope for children with devastating rare genetic disorder, thanks to world-first research in Manchester The parents of a three-year-old boy born with a devastating, life-limiting genetic condition say they are now excited for his future after he received a revolutionary stem cell gene therapy treatment developed by researchers at the University of Manchester. In February this year, Oliver more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Nov. 25 (TNSrep) -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * New report reveals Greater Manchester tourism's 2.5 million tonne carbon footprint and sets path to carbon neutrality Tourism in Greater Manchester generated around 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2023, with most emissions linked to how visitors travel to and from the region, according to a new study by the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research at The University of Manch more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * New research confirms HPV vaccination prevents cervical cancer Two new Cochrane reviews show strong and consistent evidence that Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines are effective in preventing cervical cancer and pre-cancerous changes, especially when given to young people before they are exposed to the virus. Girls vaccinated before the age of 16 were found to be 80% less likely to more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * Stroke scientists gather more evidence for presence of 'gut-brain axis' Research on mice by scientists at The University of Manchester has shed new light on why the guts' immune system changes after a stroke and how it might contribute to gastro-intestinal problems. Published in Brain, Behaviour and Immunity, the study adds to the emerging idea of the "gut-brain axis" - in which sci more PR

PORTSMOUTH, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news: * * * University of Portsmouth study sheds light on why tendons are prone to injury The research could lead to better treatments for tendon injuries that often plague top athletes * First-ever detailed map of how the tissue connecting tendons to bone behaves under stress. * Research reveals why common sports injuries heal poorly and often recur. * Findings could lead to new treatments and preve more PR

PORTSMOUTH, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news: * * * Scientists warn mountain climate change is accelerating faster than predicted, putting billions of people at risk A major global review has revealed how climate change has impacted mountain regions over the last 40 years * Temperature, rainfall, and snowfall patterns are shifting at an accelerated rate in mountain regions * Over one billion people worldwide depend on mountain snow and gla more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Looping long-necked dinosaur site reveals its secrets An analysis of a unique looping trail of ancient footprints in the United States reveals the dinosaur which made it may have been limping. The site near Ouray in Colorado is one of the most continuous and tightly turning sauropod trackways ever documented. Dr Anthony Romilio from The University of Queensland's Dinosaur Lab analysed more more PR

GREATER MANCHESTER, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * University unveils Celluloid Centre of Excellence The University of Salford is set to unveil the Salford Celluloid Centre of Excellence (SCCE). As one of the country's leading education hubs for film production, the University is now extending its teaching excellence to industry professionals through a dedicated centre with the aim of preserving the legacy of celluloid filmmaking and advancing more PR

SOUTHAMPTON, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Southampton issued the following news: * * * Ancient rocks reveal themselves as 'carbon sponges' Sixty-million-year-old rock samples from deep under the ocean have revealed how huge amounts of carbon dioxide are stored for millennia in piles of lava rubble that accumulate on the seafloor. Scientists have analysed lavas drilled from deep under the South Atlantic Ocean to understand how much CO 2 is captured within the rocks due to re more PR

GUILFORD, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * Can teaching listening skills cultivate more ethical leaders who create value in business? By Georgie Gould A simple shift in business education, training MBA students to listen effectively, can significantly boost their humility and ability to lead with integrity, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. The study, published in the Journal of Business Ethics, challenges  more PR

GUILFORD, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * Virtual retina could help unlock new treatments for vision loss New computer modelling could help scientists better understand how the retina regenerates, opening the door to new treatments for vision loss, according to a study from the University of Surrey. The first-of-its-kind model is capable of detailing how the retina - the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye - can build it more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Toronto issued the following news: * * * ADHD awareness may increase false self-diagnosis among young adults: Study A short session on the 'nocebo effect' can lessen the risk, researchers say By Don Campbell Growing awareness of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be leading some young adults to mistakenly believe they have the disorder, University of Toronto researchers have found. In a study published in the journa more PR

COVENTRY, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * University of Warwick and Belgrade Theatre join forces to explore community co-creation The 3.5-year research project will examine how 'co-creation' - a collaborative process in which artists, cultural institutions, and community members share creative control - can bring artists and local communities together into a mutually beneficial two-way partnership. The project will look at how this appro more PR

COVENTRY, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Warwick Business School issued the following commentary on Nov. 24, 2025: * * * How could the UK budget drive productivity? Author: Nigel Driffield One of the recurring problems with UK policy is that, whenever a new initiative is announced, almost every elected politician immediately responds with the question: "How many jobs will this create in my area?" As a result, we have a succession of policies that are designed as though the fundamenta more PR

COVENTRY, England, Nov. 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * Scientists achieve record-breaking electrical conductivity in new quantum material University of Warwick and National Research Council of Canada scientists achieve record-breaking electrical conductivity in new quantum material. Most modern semiconductors are fabricated of or on Silicon (Si), but as devices get smaller and denser, they dissipate more power and as a result, are reaching t more PR

UPPSALA, Sweden, Nov. 25 (TNSrpt) -- Uppsala University issued the following news release: * * * Help for female victims of violence needing a new home unpredictable The attitudes of officials are determining what help battered women get when they need a new home. In the absence of national or municipal guidelines, these decisions are taken far down in the organisation, which means that the attitudes and knowledge of individual case officers or working groups have a major influence. A new rep more PR

UTRECHT, The Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Utrecht University issued the following news: * * * Green Crimes and Laundering Natural Resources: Case studies in South Africa, Borneo and Suriname The research project Green Crimes and Joint Crime Ventures: Laundering Natural Resources focuses on the practice of converting illegally obtained natural resources into legal products. The laundering of natural resources contributes to rapidly disappearing rainforests, large-scale pollution, and the mass extin more PR

UTRECHT, The Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Utrecht University issued the following news: * * * Removing CO2 from the atmosphere? The promises of marine Carbon Dioxide Removal With COP30 recently taking place in Brazil, the question of how to tackle climate change is on everyone's mind. Reducing CO2 emissions is no longer enough to reach the +1.5 C scenario. In recent years, there has been increasing research into the potential of marine Carbone Dioxide Removal (mCDR) mCDR to help achieve climate ta more PR

COVENTRY, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * Warwick empowers local pupils to become Mental Health Champions School pupils from across Coventry came together at the University of Warwick on Thursday 20 November for a special event aimed at supporting young people to develop skills and confidence in promoting mental health among their peers. The event was part of a wider school-based, youth-focused mental health initiative led by the Univers more PR