KYOTO, Japan, Feb. 27 -- Kyoto University issued the following news: * * * 12th Kyoto University-Inamori Foundation Joint Kyoto Prize Symposium held in Tokyo The 12th Kyoto University-Inamori Foundation Joint Kyoto Prize Symposium was held on 15 February 2026 at JP Tower Hall & Conference, Tokyo. The symposium has been held annually since 2014, and on this occasion, it was attended by a total of 262 people, including high school students, researchers, and other members of the public. The the more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Feb. 27 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Aging workforce, shift in technology fuel urgent demand for next-generation marine engineers * The average age of workers in the maritime industry is 41, and over 75% of workers are over the age of 30. Many mariners are expected to retire soon, which is creating an urgent need for a new generation of highly skilled marine engineers to fill a growing labor gap. Vanicha McQueen, professor of marine engin more PR

KARACHI, Pakistan, Feb. 27 -- Aga Khan University issued the following news: * * * AKU Launches AI Project for Respiratory Health in Tanzania The Aga Khan University's School of Nursing and Midwifery, East Africa (SONAM, EA) has officially launched the Kikohozi Classifier Project, an innovative research initiative harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the detection and management of respiratory diseases in Tanzania. The Kikohozi Classifier Project is a locally driven research  more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 28 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * Awards and accolades for Penn faculty and graduate students A roundup of the latest awards for various faculty members and graduate students at Annenberg, Wharton, Penn Nursing, SP2, and Penn Engineering. * In Penn's Annenberg School for Communication, Diana C. Mutz, Samuel A. Stouffer Professor of Political Science and Communication and director of the Institute for the Study of Citizens more PR

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Feb. 27 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Axios CEO Jim VandeHei and wife Autumn '94 visit Furman University * Furman University hosted Axios CEO and Co-Founder Jim VandeHei and his wife, The Zotheka Foundation President and Co-Founder Autumn Hanna VandeHei '94 for a discussion with students about the future of artificial intelligence. Jim, who was also co-founder of POLITICO, led a discussion with students at a Cultural Life Program and the  more PR

ALBANY, New York, Feb. 28 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Announces Launch of SUNY Research Connect Portal to Advance Research and Collaboration throughout SUNY System New Platform Spotlights SUNY's Research Excellence with Compendium of Projects and Studies Taking Place Throughout SUNY System SUNY's Research Can Be Found Here (https://researchconnect.suny.edu/) * State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today ann more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 27 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * CMU's Robotics Innovation Center Fuels Pittsburgh's New Economic Renaissance * Flanked by two advanced technology quadruped robots and with drones hovering above, Carnegie Mellon University on Friday marked the official opening of the Robotics Innovation Center (RIC) -a one-of-a-kind facility anchoring the university's next chapter in developing a world-leading collaborative ecosystem for robotic more PR

NEW YORK, Feb. 28 -- Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: * * * How Can AI Address Climate Justice When Women's Voices Are Silenced? Unless women's lived realities are embedded in AI's foundations, it risks reinforcing the very inequities it claims to solve. By Pavithra Priyadarshini Selvakumar and Marco Tedesco Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming central to environmental decision-making. But unless women's voices, labor and lived real more PR

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Feb. 27 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Dave and Cathleen Reisenauer make transformative gift to advance rare disease research, education and patient advocacy * Motivated by the experience of caring for two children with a rare disease, Dave and Cathleen Reisenauer have made a transformative gift to the University of Notre Dame to establish a rare disease institute within the College of Science -allowing the University to build on its leg more PR

KUOPIO, Finland, Feb. 27 -- The University of Eastern Finland posted the following news: * * * Dental education is taking a leap into the digital future * Digital technology can promote safer and more patient-centred dental care, said Dr Sompop Bencharit, President of the Haptic & AI in Dental Education Network (HAIDEN) at the network's recent hybrid summit held in Helsinki and online. This starts from dental training where students can demonstrate their clinical skills in simulated enviro more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 27 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Designing a more resilient future for plants, from the cell up * In a narrow strip of land along the Andes mountain range in central Chile, an Indigenous community has long celebrated the bark of a rare tree for its medicinal properties. Modern science only recently caught up to the tradition, finding the so-called soapbark tree contains potent compounds for boosting the human immu more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news: * * * Think No More: Advancing Policy Translation at the Intersection of AI, National Security, and Democratic Governance On January 14 and 15, the McCain Institute at Arizona State University convened Think No More, a two-day immersive workshop in collaboration with the Decision Theater, examining how artificial intelligence reshapes judgment, accountability, and institutional decision-making across n more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * National Academy of Inventors honors five VCU College of Engineering researchers Their inclusion in the 2026 class of senior members reflects the real-world impact of their innovation. By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering Five researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University's College of Engineering have been selected for the National Academy of Inventors' new class of senior members. C more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 27 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * National MLA Award recognizes Florida State University's innovative faculty-librarian partnership * Four Florida State University scholars have received the Collaboration for Information Literacy Prize from the Modern Language Association (MLA) for their partnership in developing "Paris World Capital," an innovative course that invites students to critically examine Paris as a cultural and global icon  more PR

NEWARK, New Jersey, Feb. 28 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * NJIT to Launch Expanded AI and Cybersecurity Workforce Training in Partnership with Verizon New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) today announced applications are open for an ambitious expansion of their workforce development partnership with Verizon, supported by a grant from the telecom company. Managed by NJIT's Learning and Development Initiative, this program, expected to launch in  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news: * * * Our Secure Future and McCain Institute Co-host "What World Are We Building? A Women, Peace and Security and Technology Futures Symposium" The McCain Institute at Arizona State University (ASU) and Our Secure Future (OSF) hosted a symposium exploring the role of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda in technology policy and product design, and the need for strategic dialogue to bridge policy, more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 27 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Pennsylvania Invests in CMU Project to Advance Physical AI Innovation * Gov. Josh Shapiro announced today that Pennsylvania will invest in Carnegie Mellon University's plan to develop a new 25,000-square-foot Physical AI Accelerator inside the CMU Robotics Innovation Center (opens in new window) (RIC) at Hazelwood Green. The RIC is CMU's newest 150,000-square-foot research hub dedicated to next more PR

HONG KONG, Feb. 26 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * PolyU hosts Spring Media Luncheon * The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today held a Spring Media Luncheon. Dr LAM Tai-fai, PolyU Council Chairman, and Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, President, along with members of the central management team, including Prof. Wing-tak WONG, Deputy President and Provost ; Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) ; Prof. CAO Jiann more PR

OXFORD, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Promotion and tenure granted to 35 * Miami University's board of trustees approved the promotion and/or tenure of 32 faculty members and three librarians at its Feb. 27 meeting. The actions take effect July 1. " It is a privilege to recognize these outstanding educators and scholars for their achievements and commitment to their disciplines," said Chris Makaroff, interim provost and executive vice president of acade more PR

SAINT LEO, Florida, Feb. 28 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news: * * * Saint Leo University President Shares Six-Month Update, Growth Strategy President Burkee emphasizes AI readiness, experiential learning, and regional partnerships to prepare graduates for the workplace * Six months into his presidency, Dr. Jim Burkee is charting a bold course for Saint Leo University. Addressing more than 100 regional business leaders at the Tampa Bay Chamber's Circle of Influence event on  more PR

LA JOLLA, California, Feb. 27 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * San Diego Supercomputer Center Powers AI Model to Improve Prostate Cancer Care * Article Content Key Takeaways * New AI tool from UC San Diego and collaborators precisely maps the urethra on MRI to make prostate cancer radiation safer and reduce urinary side effects. * Running on SDSC's Expanse supercomputer, the AI tool matched or outperformed human experts, typically wit more PR

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Feb. 27 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * SBU partners with OpenAI to provide ChatGPT to students, faculty * St. Bonaventure University will provide ChatGPT Edu licenses to all undergraduate students and faculty in the fall, significantly expanding the university's commitment to AI integration throughout the educational experience.  The contract with OpenAI will include university staff members whose roles would benefit from t more PR

LUBBOCK, Texas, Feb. 28 (TNSjou) -- Texas Tech University issued the following news: * * * Texas Tech Adds to List of National Academy of Inventors Senior Members Gerardo Gamez and Dy Dinh Le become the eighth and ninth members of the Texas Tech faculty to earn the prestigious honor. * Gerardo Gamez, a professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in the College of Arts & Sciences, and Dy Dinh Le, the director of the Institute for Materials, Manufacturing and Sustainment (IMMS) in more PR

TROY, Alabama, Feb. 27 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Troy University and EdVisorly sign partnership agreement to enhance transfer student success * Troy University is partnering with EdVisorly to help guide transfer students and streamline their path to graduation. EdVisorly is an artificial intelligence-powered platform created to support students currently in community college to eventually transfer to four-year colleges and universities successfully. The company's  more PR

MOSCOW, Idaho, Feb. 26 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: * * * U of I team's AI-driven solution hits the sweet spot * Hunter Hawkins '23 traveled a long and winding academic road before he found success as a computer science doctoral student at University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene. It took him far less time to help one of the largest manufacturers in Idaho keep their employees out of harm's way while maintaining production. Hawkins and John Shovic, director of th more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Feb. 27 -- The University of Toronto posted the following news: * * * U of T Entrepreneurship Week: 10 startups to watch in 2026 * A satellite network that is modernizing space communications. An AI platform that powers safe autonomous trucks and taxis. An injectable hydrogel that can improve post-operative pain relief for patients. These are some of the cutting-edge products and solutions being developed and commercialized by members of the entrepreneurship community at  more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 28 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * UC receives grant for AI use in medical education American Medical Association awards $1.1 million to College of Medicine By Megan Burgasser, burgasma@ucmail.uc.edu The University of Cincinnati is turning to artificial intelligence to help solve a problem in medical training. The College of Medicine was awarded a grant valued at more than $1 million to use AI in advanced physician training through per more PR

MANOA, Hawaii, Feb. 28 (TNSrep) -- The University of Hawaii Manoa campus issued the following news release: * * * UHERO: Hawaii moves beyond recession, growth to remain modest Hawaii's economy is moving beyond last year's mild recession, but the recovery will be gradual, according to the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization's (UHERO) first quarter forecast for 2026 released on February 27. After job losses tied to a tourism downturn and federal job cuts, payrolls have begun to  more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Feb. 27 -- The University of Birmingham posted the following news: * * * University of Birmingham to host national computing centre New centre will harness advanced technology to process vast amounts of data at incredible speed and achieve breakthroughs faster than ever. * The University of Birmingham has secured pound sterling18 million of funding to create a cutting-edge national computing centre that will help accelerate research and innovation across the UK. Hosted more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 28 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * AI technology could change how potholes are repaired in Ohio WLWT highlights UC research project with Honda, ODOT By Michael Miller, 513/556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu WLWT-5 highlighted a research partnership between the University of Cincinnati, Honda Motor Co. and the Ohio Department of Transportation that could revolutionize the way potholes and other road problems are fixed. UC College of Engi more PR

HELSINKI, Finland, Feb. 27 -- The University of Helsinki issued the following news release: * * * University of Helsinki identifies four top research areas * The University of Helsinki, Finland's largest and most comprehensive university and a leading global research institution, has identified four top research areas showcasing its strengths and multidisciplinary expertise. "These areas build on strong disciplinary and interdisciplinary expertise, backed by our research infrastructure. Ou more PR

ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 28 -- The University of Rochester issued the following news: * * * Leadership Conversation with Elaine Sia Matt Cook URochester's inaugural leader for academic excellence discusses curriculum, value, and how we ensure student success. A University of Rochester degree does not come easy. Even the brightest, most dedicated students can veer off track or find themselves dangerously overwhelmed. Consider the following hypothetical URochester students: * Student A, a f more PR

SWANSEA, Wales, Feb. 27 -- Swansea University issued the following news: * * * University's female innovators reveal a wealth of entrepreneurial ideas * The University is proud to be among the first partner members of the WE Innovate National network. Led by Imperial College London, WE Innovate National plans to run the programme every year to support a total of 150 female-led teams from participating institutions. Now the first 15-strong Swansea cohort selected to take part in the initiat more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 27 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * USC Engineers Prepare to Listen as Orion Heads for the Moon * When NASA's Orion spacecraft begins its journey toward the Moon in March as part of the Artemis II mission, a dish antenna located on a rooftop at USC Viterbi will be tracking its signal. The USC Department of Astronautical Engineering (ASTE) and the USC Space Engineering Research Center (SERC) more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb. 27 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio internship program gives students real-world experience protecting campus networks * Cybersecurity students who are looking to gain hands-on experience outside of the classroom don't have to look too far. The Cybersecurity Operations Internship Program, hosted by UT San Antonio's University Technology Solutions in partnership with the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, is loo more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb. 27 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio recognized for exceptional research in cybersecurity * The National Security Agency (NSA) designated UT San Antonio as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R) for its doctoral programs. The NSA awards the designation to universities with exceptional doctoral-level cybersecurity education and research. The program also aims to recognize universities t more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Freshman Sriman Achanta applies AI expertise to real-world research Achanta, who is working in a College of Engineering lab, says he appreciates the chance VCU offers students to take part in research 'that's shaping the future of our world.' By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering Sriman Achanta is serious about research. At the International Science and Engineering Fair last year, his pro more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 28 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Wayne State research turns urban water challenges into community-centered solutions From flooded basements and aging sewer pipes to public health risks, water infrastructure challenges shape daily life in Detroit. At Wayne State University, faculty, students and community partners tackle these issues through research and engagement grounded in the realities of urban neighborhoods. In recent years, WSU's Dep more PR

WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 28 -- Wilkes University issued the following news release: * * * Jay S. Sidhu Visits Campus, Speaks to Students Sidhu Shares the Importance of Purpose & Resiliency in Leadership with the College of Business & Engineering Students * On a recent visit to campus, Jay S. Sidhu MBA '73 passionately peered into the crowd of eager undergraduates, challenging them with a question, "What is one thing you would like to do that would make a big difference in your life, more PR