AALTO, Finland, Dec. 16 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * Study: Internal combustion engine can achieve zero-emission combustion and double efficiency A new combustion concept that utilizes argon could completely eliminate nitrogen oxide emissions from internal combustion engines - and double their efficiency compared to diesel engines. The HyMar project, conducted at Aalto University and the University of Turku, has produced results in a short time that could rev more PR

AALTO, Finland, Dec. 16 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * The TAIMI project builds an equal working life - a six-year consortium project seeks solutions to recruitment and skill challenges Researchers view equality as a work-life skill. The aim is to enhance work meaningfulness, develop skills, diminish language barriers, and to ensure fair recruitment. * Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing skill requirements, the population is aging, and the labor shortage  more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Dec. 16 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following news: * * * Associate Professor Aija Lulle and Academy Research Fellow Lukas Kohl receive UEF Grant for ERC applicants The University of Eastern Finland is supporting researchers who have applied for ERC funding in a new way. * The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) offers a new form of support for European Research Council's ERC Starting and Consolidator applicants, who have been selected for ERC panel inte more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Dec. 16 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * Agreement between the Department of Geology and PE Limited The international software company PE Limited has donated software licences to the Department of Geology for a total value of 1.928.384,01 pounds. The structural geology and petroleum engineering software company PE Limited, with headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, has donated 10 MOVE suite software licences to the UAB Department of  more PR

BARCELONA, Spain, Dec. 16 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news: * * * First edition of the Catalan Conference of Young Researchers in Food Science brings together over 150 young talents The UAB, the UB and the Catalan Association of Food Scientists and Technologists organised the first conference dedicated to young researchers in the field of food science. The conference was held on 10 December at the Torribera Food Campus and included the participation of over  more PR

ST. CATHERINES, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- Brock University issued the following news: * * * Reception to honour Michelle McGinn's Research Enterprise contributions By Cathy Majtenyi For Michelle McGinn, the past seven and half years has been research in action. The Professor of Educational Studies' expertise is in research collaboration, researcher development, scholarly writing, mentorship and ethics in academic practice, all areas she covered as Associate Vice-President, Research (VPR) and Acti more PR

CRANFIELD, England, Dec. 16 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release: * * * New doctoral training programme set to tackle environmental challenges through engineering biology The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) has announced the Engineering Biology for Environmental Applications Doctoral Focal Award (ENGBIO4ENV), a first-of-its-kind training programme in the UK. Part of the Cranfield University-led UKRI Environmental Biotechnology Innovation Ce more PR

PERTH, Australia, Dec. 16 -- Curtin University issued the following news release: * * * New initiative to better protect the health of Aboriginal Western Australians A major new Curtin University-led program will work to make a vital contribution to reverse declining vaccination rates among Aboriginal communities across Western Australia, after being awarded a Stan Perron Charitable Foundation Program grant. The three-year Closing the Vaccine Gap initiative will aim to better protect pregnan more PR

GOLD COAST, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSrpt) -- Griffith University issued the following news: * * * Listening to Kamilaroi Women: Report highlights risk of losing art of cooking with native grass Ganalay and guli are species of native grasses - used as a food source and ground into a flour - that used to thrive on the black alluvial soil plains of Moree, New South Wales, particularly after heavy rains or flooding. In summer, they produce florets containing seed that can be eaten raw or cooked a more PR

HATFIELD, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Hertfordshire issued the following news: * * * Herts alumna's herbal wellness brand placed on new Forbes DGEMS list for having "global potential" A University of Hertfordshire alumna's herbal wellness brand has been selected as one of Forbes India's DGEMS 2025 Select 200, which identifies high-potential companies demonstrating world-class scalability, strategic excellence, and global innovation. Janhvi Shah, 30, from Raipur, India, who complete more PR

HONG KONG, Dec. 16 -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release: * * * HKU physicists awarded 2025 Brillouin Medal for groundbreaking discovery in phononics Professor Nicholas X. Fang, Jockey Club STEM Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, and Professor Xiang Zhang, HKU President and Vice-Chancellor, and Chair of Physics in the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, have been jointly awarded the 2025 Brillouin Medal by the Inter more PR

HONG KONG, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release: * * * HKUMed reveals childhood maltreatment raises schizophrenia risk five-fold and leaves lasting genetic marks linked to neurodegenerative diseases A research team led by the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has conducted a pioneering study that established a causal link between childhood m more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 16 -- Imperial College-London issued the following news: * * * New PhD training programme aims to bridge the biomanufacturing scale-up gap By Ian Mundell Three universities join with industry to give graduates the skills and knowledge needed to scale up the benefits of engineering biology. The science of engineering biology allows us to harness the power of microorganisms and mammalian cells to make chemicals, food ingredients and materials in a more sustainable way, o more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of London - London School of Economics and Political Science issued the following news release: * * * UK ethnic wealth gap has widened over last decade Wealth differences between ethnic groups in the UK have widened significantly since 2012/14, says new research by LSE. While overall wealth has grown, the gains have been unevenly distributed across ethnic groups according to the report(1,2) by the Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE) at LS more PR

LOUGHBOROUGH, England, Dec. 16 -- Loughborough University issued the following news release: * * * Loughborough University research underpins first Armed Forces-wide sexual harassment survey * 67% of women in Regular service reported experiencing at least one form of sexualised behaviour in the past 12 months, compared with 34% of men * 32% of women said they had been touched in a way that made them feel uncomfortable * 21% of women received unsolicited sexual messages, compared with 6% of  more PR

LOUGHBOROUGH, England, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- Loughborough University issued the following news release: * * * Researchers develop groundbreaking blood test for lung cancer A UK research team has developed a pioneering blood test that could change the way lung cancer is detected and monitored. In a new study, the 'Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) microspectroscopy' technique has been shown to identify a single cancer cell in a blood sample. The research team - which brings together academics more PR

MONTREAL, Quebec, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- McGill University issued the following news release: * * * Fine particles in pollution are associated with early signs of autoimmune disease Data from Canada's most populous province add to emerging evidence that air pollution risks go beyond lung and heart health * A new study has linked air pollution exposure and immune-system changes that often precede the onset of autoimmune diseases. McGill University researchers analyzing Ontario data found that  more PR

HAMILTON, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- McMaster University issued the following news: * * * McMaster research in 2025: Health, innovation, sustainability and digital democracy It was a year of discovery, innovation and far-reaching impact for the brilliant students and faculty members engaged in cutting-edge research at McMaster. Here's a small sampling of some of this year's achievements. * This year, McMaster researchers discovered new drugs and diagnostics, continued to build on decades of vacci more PR

PERTH, Australia, Dec. 16 -- Murdoch University issued the following news: * * * Researchers give update on neurological condition impacting magpies in WA Murdoch University researchers have given an update on their investigation into the mysterious neurological syndrome affecting magpies in Western Australia. In April 2025, Murdoch University partnered with WA Wildlife to conduct an intensive investigation into the mysterious neurological syndrome affecting magpies in WA. Using the last kn more PR

HONG KONG, Dec. 16 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * PolyU 13 projects secure funding of over HK$20 million under NSFC/RGC Collaborative and Joint Research Schemes The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has secured funding for 13 research projects totalling approximately HK$20.3 million under the 2025/26 funding exercise of the Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS) and Joint Research Scheme (JRS), jointly administered by the National Natural  more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSrpt) -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * QUT study reveals many SMEs unaware of psychosocial hazard obligations A national multidisciplinary study has found that many small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) decision-makers remain unaware of their legal obligations to manage psychosocial hazards, posing serious risks to worker wellbeing and compliance with work health and safety laws. The research, conducted by Dr Rebecc more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 16 -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * Rediscovering the treasures of the UCL Map Library On the lower ground floor of the UCL Institute of Education Building - a brutalist icon - lies the UCL Map Library. This a unique collection of maps, charts and atlases was assembled throughout the twentieth century, and its significance is only now being widely recognised. Stored in 440 wooden drawers are thousands of maps from around the globe, depic more PR

GREATER MANCHESTER, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * Salford aims to facilitate the transition to low carbon domestic heating with new survey of heat pump engineers A new survey aimed at finding out the issues and problems observed by heat pump engineers - with a focus on sound and vibration - has been launched by the University of Salford. With the work into heat pumps, the research aims to facilitate decarbonisation in the journey to Net Zero more PR

GREATER MANCHESTER, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * Salford researcher to undertake archaeoacoustic project at Rollright stones A University of Salford researcher is set to undertake a cutting-edge archaeoacoustic and geomagnetic energy experiment at one of the UK's ancient stone monuments. Paul Vivian, Director of Art and Design at the University of Salford, has secured permission from Historic England and the Rollright Trust to undertake the  more PR

TRIESTE, Italy, Dec. 16 -- The International School for Advanced Studies (Scuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati) issued the following news: * * * SISSA supports Palestinian education and research SISSA, with a unanimous resolution of the Academic Senate, has recently launched a number of measures in relation to the humanitarian and political situation in the Palestinian territories, and in particular in the Gaza Strip. Among other things, the measures provide for the allocation of more PR

MUNICH, Germany, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * Why blood flow is not a reliable indicator of the brain's energy requirements 40 percent of MRI signals do not correspond to actual brain activity * For almost three decades, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) has been one of the main tools in brain research. Yet a new study published in the renowned journal Nature Neuroscience fundamentally challenges the way fMRI data have so more PR

MUNICH, Germany, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The Technical University of Munich issued the following news: * * * Direct analysis of urine delivers antibiotic resistance results up to 24 hours earlier New method accelerates resistance testing in urinary tract infections * Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a method for diagnosing urinary tract infections that significantly accelerates antibiotic resistance testing in urine. Because the procedure does not require l more PR

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- Trent University issued the following news release: * * * Trent Appoints Dr. Tana J. Allen as Vice-President, Research & Innovation Accomplished scholar and experienced senior leader to guide the future of research at Trent starting September 1, 2026 * Trent University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Tana J. Allen, an internationally recognized classical archaeologist and social historian and accomplished senior academic administrator, as the  more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- The University of Toronto issued the following news: * * * U of T-led initiative to accelerate industry adoption of advanced EV technologies, strengthen Canada's talent pipeline The Electric Vehicle Innovation Ontario project will pair graduate researchers with industry partners to tackle pressing challenges in electric mobility * A new industry-academic partnership led by the University of Toronto's department of computer science will accelerate the developmen more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 16 -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * UCL startup eNOugh secures $2.7 million investment The startup company eNOugh, founded by UCL alumni, has raised $2.7 million (pound sterling2 million) in investment to transform personal safety with their AI-powered wearable smart badge designed to act as a personal safety companion. The eNO badge is a safety device designed to protect individuals in vulnerable situations. It clips onto a jacket and u more PR

NORWICH, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of East Anglia issued the following news: * * * UEA delegation visits Vietnam to nurture partnerships UEA academics have visited Vietnam to reunite with alumni and nurture new partnerships. The delegation - involving Prof Emiliya Lazarova (Head of School of Economics), Prof Andreas Stephan (Head of School of Law), Dr Ra Mason (Associate Professor of International Relations and Japanese Foreign Policy), and Dr Lucill Curtis (SSF Associate Dean for I more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Dec. 16 -- The University of Eastern Finland issued the following news: * * * UEF invests in the leadership skills of researchers The UEF Research Group Leader training helps researchers who are setting up their own research group to succeed in their leadership role. The next application round will be organised in spring 2026. * The University of Eastern Finland invests in research leadership through the UEF Research Group Leader training. Aimed at researchers, the leadersh more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * Specific depressive symptoms in midlife linked to increased dementia risk Six particular depressive symptoms when experienced in midlife predict dementia risk more than two decades later, finds a new study led by UCL researchers. Midlife depression has long been considered a risk factor for dementia in later life. However, new findings published in The Lancet Psychiatry suggest that this relat more PR

BATH, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Bath issued the following news: * * * Professor Emma Carmel appointed Interim Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Carmel takes up the role at the start of 2026. * Following the news that Professor Sarah Hainsworth is moving onto a new role, we have decided to put in place an Interim Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) while we undertake the recruitment process for the post. Following an internal competition, Professor Emma Carmel will be taking u more PR

BAYREUTH, Germany, Dec. 16 -- The University of Bayreuth issued the following news release: * * * BMFTR Approves Extension of "Postcolonial Hierarchies in Peace and Conflict" Network The Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) has granted funding to extend the interdisciplinary research network "Postcolonial Hierarchies in Peace and Conflict" until 2028. The initiative unites the University of Bayreuth with the Universities of Marburg and Erfurt along with the Arnold Bergst more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Dec. 16 -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news: * * * Researchers revive old pea varieties in huge seed collection: 'An untapped gold mine for the future' Using a new AI method, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have rediscovered 51 old pea varieties that are no longer used in agriculture but may prove promising for the production of plant-based foods. The method is a shortcut to finding new resources in the green treasure troves that gene b more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Copenhagen issued the following news: * * * Your Christmas decorations may be hiding a tiny bit of badger and toad Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have discovered that moss acts as a natural trap for environmental DNA. This discovery opens the door to using moss as a simple, gentle and inexpensive method of monitoring biodiversity - from birds and mammals to fungi, insects and microbes. Right now, many of us have a bit o more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Glasgow issued the following news: * * * Scientists Track Adaptation of H5N1 in Dairy Cattle The H5N1 avian influenza virus - commonly known as bird flu - has been causing outbreaks in dairy cows in the United States since March 2024. Now, scientists studying the adaptation of the avian H5N1 viruses to cows, have found that some of the more recent variants are more able to infect cow cells and tissues than some older variants. The stud more PR

GRONINGEN, The Netherlands, Dec. 16 -- The University of Groningen issued the following news: * * * How AI can help people with language disorders find their speech Ordering a cup of coffee in that nice new shop on the corner: most of us do that without thinking about it. But for people with language disorders (such as aphasia) it can be quite a task. What if AI-driven models could support these people, for example with a smartphone app? Researcher computational linguistics Frank Tsiwah inves more PR

HELSINKI, Finland, Dec. 16 -- The University of Helsinki issued the following news release: * * * New methods improve safety and stability of gut microbiome therapies Recent research has identified practical ways to protect and deliver oxygen-sensitive gut bacteria for a path toward safer, standardised microbial therapies that could reduce reliance on donor-based faecal microbiota transplants. In her doctoral thesis, Berta Bosch explored how to better preserve and deliver beneficial gut bact more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: * * * Helping young adults rethink uncertainty reduces anxiety and depression: study By Lachlan Gilbert Finding uncertainty hard to tolerate is linked to poorer mental health among young adults, and a short course addressing this has shown promising results. A single 20 to 30-minute online course can help young adults become more tolerant of uncertainty and less anxious and depressed, a study more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: * * * Industry partnership to accelerate meeting aerospace technology challenges The University of Nottingham has strengthened its partnership with ITP Aero UK to enable closer engagement with world-class academic expertise to develop solutions for a wide range of complex aerospace engineering and manufacturing challenges. This new long-term industrial-academic partnership will enable closer engag more PR

DUNEDIN, New Zealand, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Otago issued the following news release: * * * Hearing and vision tests drop in residential care - research Older New Zealanders in residential care have inadequate access to vision and hearing tests, according to new University of Otago - Otakou Whakaihu Waka research. A study published in the Australasian Journal on Ageing found regular hearing tests were undertaken by 31 per cent of older adults living at home, dropping to 21 per more PR

PLYMOUTH, England, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Plymouth issued the following news: * * * Thinning ice in Antarctica could boost oceanic carbon absorption A research team including the University believe their findings could help the Southern Ocean absorb more CO2 from the atmosphere * Research involving scientists from the University of Plymouth has shed new light on natural processes in East Antarctica that could, over long timescales, help the Southern Ocean absorb more carbon d more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * Human trial finds ultrasound treatment for dementia is safe Scanning ultrasound to potentially treat Alzheimer's disease has been found to be safe and well tolerated in a first-in-human pilot study conducted by University of Queensland researchers. Key points * The first-in-human pilot study found the ultrasound was safe and well tolerated in the 12 people who took part. * There were enco more PR

ADELAIDE, Australia, Dec. 16 -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release: * * * Who is more likely to get long COVID? New study uncovers genetic drivers behind the disease Australian scientists have identified the key genetic drivers behind long COVID, revealing why some people continue to experience debilitating symptoms long after their initial infection. The breakthrough, made using large scale biological datasets, could pave the way for targeted treatments and  more PR

SOUTHAMPTON, England, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Southampton issued the following news: * * * Adding antibody treatment to chemo boosts outcomes for children with rare cancer Children with a rare form of cancer called neuroblastoma which hasn't responded to initial treatment, or that has relapsed, may benefit from adding antibody treatment to usual chemotherapy, according to new results from a clinical trial. The BEACON phase 2 trial was carried out by an international team of res more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 16 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * International Development 2025 research wrap-up This year, the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) worked across borders to advance inclusive, climate-resilient development. From measuring emissions in sanitation systems to shaping global conversations on WASH and research impact, our International Development team has partnered with governments, NGOs, and communities to deliver practic more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 16 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * The missing piece in net zero: Building the know-how to upgrade millions of homes By Jaime Comber, Senior Research Consultant, UTS, Ed Langham, Research Director, UTS, and Paris Hadfield, Research Fellow, Monash University Local councils and community groups can help turn draughty, expensive houses into comfortable, efficient homes - if given the right support. Summer in Australia often means  more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * Research shows informed traders never let a good climate crisis go to waste It's serious business for the world establishing a framework to limit the impact of climate change, but for some, market responses to the annual United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) climate negotiations are also a chance to make some serious money. In a paper recently published in the journal Energy Econ more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 16 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * Water Futures 2025 research wrap-up This year, the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) worked hard to advance water sustainability. From shaping policy to practical solutions for efficiency and conservation across Australia and the Pacific. The Water Futures team at ISF has worked across sectors to tackle water challenges head-on. Here are a few highlights from 2025 and a glimpse of wha more PR

COVENTRY, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Warwick Business School issued the following commentary: * * * Is there a better way to market local produce? Author: Ozgun Atasoy Imagine walking into a farmers' market. Two baskets of apples catch your eye. One is labelled "Locally grown right here in [your town]". The other comes from a top farm further afield. Both look delicious. Yet, you instinctively reach for the local ones - even if they cost more. Why? Most people would say it's be more PR

WESTCHESTER, England, Dec. 16 -- The University of Winchester issued the following news release: * * * New course set up to promote research in adult social care is already making a difference... A new course launched by the University of Winchester to strengthen research capability within the adult social care sector has enjoyed a highly successful first six months. The REAL (Research, Evaluation, Audit and Literature) course funded by the NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Resea more PR

WINDSOR, Ontario, Dec. 16 (TNSrep) -- University of Windsor issued the following news: * * * 2025 Sustainability Annual Report showcases bold progress By John-Paul Bonadonna The University of Windsor has released its 2025 Sustainability Annual Report, highlighting significant progress in reducing emissions, strengthening sustainability-focused teaching and research and advancing a more resilient campus. The report is available online (https://u-of-windsor.foleon.com/reports/sustainability-a more PR

WINDSOR, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- University of Windsor issued the following news: * * * Aspiring dentist balances leadership, research, and scholarship By Sara Elliott The journey to becoming a leader and a researcher began when biochemistry major Nicole Vanier was in high school. Having learned about the Outstanding Scholars program from her older sister, Jeannette Vanier (BSc '23), she began to consider research, unsure of what to expect but open to the opportunities the program offered.  more PR

WINDSOR, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- University of Windsor issued the following news: * * * Exploring hidden factors that influence concussion recovery in athletes By Lindsay Charlton We spend about a third of our lives asleep, and those hours are crucial for everything from mood to muscle repair. Now, University of Windsor researchers are asking whether poor sleep could put athletes at greater risk of concussion--and affect how they recover. "There's tons of new research coming out about sleep more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 16 -- The University of Queensland issued the following news: * * * UQ-led team awarded $2.7m to advance health services for older Australians A University of Queensland team has been awarded $2.7 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council to improve the health experiences of older Australians. Professor Ruth Hubbard will lead a collaborative project called EMPOWER to design a Frailty Response Framework aimed at reducing emergency department visi more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 16 (TNSrpt) -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * Wearable tech can create more stress for frontline retail staff: QUT research With the Christmas trading period peaking, traditional surveillance technologies like CCTV can help reduce job stress caused by customer aggression, but QUT research has found wearable devices may increase stress levels among frontline employees, especially those uncomfortable with technology. The study more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Dec. 16 -- York University issued the following news release: * * * Canada renews support for Energy Modelling Hub Natural Resources Canada has renewed its support for the Energy Modelling Hub (EMH) activities for a further four years beginning, providing $5 million to strengthen Canada's capacity for transparent, evidence-based energy, climate and energy transition policy development and planning. The new mandate, Reinforcing Canadian Energy Modelling Capacities: Enhancing  more PR