AALTO, Finland, June 12 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * Aalto University's solutions at the New European Bauhaus Festival support the EU's ambition to become world leader in circular economy Sini Koskimies Aalto University presented several different circular economy solutions at The European Commission's New European Bauhaus Festival in Brussels. The event brought together leading names in EU policymaking, researchers, designers and grassroots actors from across Europe to shape a more sustainable future. Aalto more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, June 12 -- The Australian Catholic University issued the following news: * * * ACU partners with Australia's first hospital-based medical discovery centre ACU is proud to be a founding partner of the new Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery (ACMD) - Australia's first hospital-based medical discovery centre - which has officially opened in Melbourne. Key points: * ACU is a founding partner of the ACMD which has 31 laboratories with capacity for up to 900 researchers. * ACMD places researchers, engineers, clinicians a more PR

AALTO, Finland, June 12 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * Amer Cultural Foundation supports Aalto's Center for Radical Creativity: 'Fine-tuning alone is no longer enough' The Amer Cultural Foundation is donating Euros600,000 to Aalto University's Center for Radical Creativity, which strengthens the capacity for renewal in situations where existing operating models are no longer sufficient. Industry boundaries are blurring, competition is intensifying, and the pace of change is accelerating. The Amer Cultural Foun more PR

SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, June 12 -- Cape Breton University issued the following news: * * * CBU Education Researchers Facilitate National Youth Climate Policy Briefings On May 29, 2026, a small delegation of high school students walked into the Place Vincent Massey building in Gatineau, Quebec, headquarters to Environment and Climate Change Canada, carrying a message that caught federal decision-makers completely off guard. They weren't there in the Capital for an educational tour; instead, they handed officials their 20-page brief on their own  more PR

HAMILTON, Ontario, June 12 -- Mohawk College issued the following news: * * * Congratulations to Mohawk College's 2026 Distinguished Fellows Mohawk College will recognize five highly respected community and business leaders with special recognition as Distinguished Fellows of Mohawk College at the college's spring Convocation ceremonies next week. Mohawk's Distinguished Fellows make invaluable contributions to the college through academic advisement and student engagement, community outreach and strategic advisement to Mohawk's senior leade more PR

SHATIN, Hong Kong, June 12 -- The Chinese University of Hong Kong issued the following news release: * * * CUHK students sweep 19 awards at the Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competitions Joint highest among local institutions - Students from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) achieved outstanding results at the 12th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, winning a total of 19 awards -- the joint-highest tally of any institution in the city. In the Innovation category more PR

TOWNSVILLE, Australia, June 12 -- James Cook University issued the following news release: * * * Social media could help fight perinatal mental challenges A new study shows how social media can be an important weapon in combatting perinatal depression and anxiety in rural areas, if it is carefully designed and misinformation rooted out. James Cook University Senior Research Fellow Sam Teague and student researcher Kacey Lynch led the study. Dr Teague said that perinatal depression and anxiety, mental health conditions affecting women durin more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, June 12 -- Northumbria University issued the following news release: * * * Long-serving law professor recognised with two honours at Northern Law Awards * A law professor who has spent more than four decades shaping legal education and research in the North East, has been recognised with two awards for his contribution to the region's legal sector. Professor Michael Stockdale, who began his career at Northumbria University's predecessor - Newcastle Polytechnic - in 1983, received the Outstanding Achievement A more PR

CAMBRIDGE, England, June 12 -- Anglia Ruskin University posted the following news: * * * Lord Ribeiro to step down as Chancellor of Anglia Ruskin University * Lord Ribeiro took up the role of Chancellor in January 2021, bringing with him a remarkable record of achievement in medicine, public service and national leadership. During his tenure, he has been an enthusiastic and engaged ambassador for ARU, championing its values and supporting its community with genuine warmth. He has played a prominent role in University life, from leading grad more PR

KAMPALA, Uganda, June 12 -- Makerere University issued the following news: * * * Makerere University Charts Course for Responsible AI Adoption in Research Management By Moses Lutaaya Makerere University has reaffirmed its commitment to embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a catalyst for research excellence, innovation and institutional efficiency, while calling for robust safeguards to protect research integrity and academic quality. The call was made during an online webinar on "Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Research Ma more PR

HAMILTON, Ontario, June 12 -- McMaster University issued the following news: * * * Khaled Hassanein reappointed Dean of Business Since beginning his tenure as dean in July 2021, Hassanein has led DeGroote through a period of significant growth, transformation and revitalization. - Khaled Hassanein has been reappointed as dean of the DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University for a second five-year term, effective July 1, 2026. Since beginning his tenure as dean in July 2021, Hassanein has led DeGroote through a period of signifi more PR

HAMILTON, Ontario, June 12 -- McMaster University issued the following news: * * * Sean Corner appointed Acting Dean of the Faculty of Humanities Currently the Faculty's associate dean of undergraduate studies, Corner brings a passion for student success and academic excellence to his new role. - Sean Corner has been appointed Acting Dean for the Faculty of Humanities for a one-year term while a search for a new dean is conducted. A professor in the Department of Greek and Roman Studies, Corner has been with McMaster since 2004, and has more PR

ANTIGONISH, Nova Scotia, June 12 -- St. Francis Xavier University posted the following news: * * * Mi'kmaw and African Nova Scotian youth explore STEM and future careers at StFX X-STEM Camp * Forty-nine Mi'kmaw and African Nova Scotian youth spent four days at St. Francis Xavier University exploring science, technology, engineering and mathematics through hands-on activities, cultural learning, and mentorship during the second annual X-STEM Overnight Camp, held June 4-7. Organized by faculty members and their students in the Faculties of  more PR

NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands, June 12 -- Radboud University posted the following news: * * * NeurotechEU welcomes Western University as its first Global Partner * Western University (Canada) joins NeurotechEU as its first global (non European) partner, strengthening international collaboration in neurotechnology education and research, and student training. By collaborating with Western University (link is external), NeurotechEU is opening up new opportunities for cross-border student programmes and laying the foundations for broader researc more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, June 12 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: * * * One photon, two reactions - new catalyst converts CO2 and biowaste simultaneously * Researchers have developed a solar driven catalyst material that harnesses the energy of a single photon to reduce carbon dioxide and oxidise organic waste at the same time, and produce valuable chemicals in both reactions. Scientists at the University of Nottingham have created two catalyst materials which, when coupled together within the same reactor, ca more PR

VICTORIA, British Columbia, June 12 -- Royal Roads University issued the following news: * * * Toast CEO launches institute to study, boost and train women in tech Richard Dal Monte April Hicke says women-dominated occupations are almost twice as likely to be exposed to generative AI as male-dominated ones. She's CEO of Toast, a membership-based women's collective supporting women in the technology industry and holds a Royal Roads University Graduate Certificate in Corporate Social Innovation A membership-based women's collective and recr more PR

GREATER MANCHESTER, England, June 12 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * Salford celebrates Biomedical Science Discovery Day Aiming to inspire the next generation of healthcare scientists, the annual national Biomedical Science Day took place last week, bringing together sixth form and college students which could be the future of biomedical research and innovation. Students had the opportunity to hear from biomedical science professionals and research academics about their career pathways and learn more about the  more PR

MACAU, China, June 12 -- The University of Macau posted the following news: * * * UM and Portuguese universities achieve tangible outcomes through diverse collaboration * The University of Macau (UM) continues to strengthen its strategic partnerships with higher education institutions in Portugal through various initiatives, including joint degree programmes, collaborative research projects, talent development schemes, and the promotion of the Portuguese language and culture. These efforts have yielded tangible results. Yonghua Song, rector more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, June 12 -- Newcastle University posted the following news: * * * UNEE and North East Mayor launch pound sterling22.5m fund Universities for North East England and North East Mayor Kim McGuinness have launched the pound sterling22.5m Inspire fund to commercialise academic research and innovation in the region. - North East England's five universities are joining forces with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness to help transform academic research into high-growth new businesses. The North East Spinout Inspire Fund  more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, June 12 -- The University of New South Wales posted the following news: * * * Low-cost mental health tool a lifeline for refugees in limbo Melissa Lyne New research led by UNSW found a simple, community-led intervention can significantly reduce psychological distress among refugees living in prolonged uncertainty. A simple self-help workbook paired with brief phone support can make a measurable difference to the mental health of displaced refugees, a new study has found. In Indonesia, where UNSW researchers tested the i more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, June 12 -- The University of New South Wales posted the following news: * * * UNSW and Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute sign renewed affiliation The expanded agreement strengthens a shared focus on improving outcomes for people living with cardiovascular disease. UNSW Sydney and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute (VCCRI) have signed a new, expanded 10-year affiliation agreement, cementing their commitment to cardiovascular research. The new agreement will ensure the continued success of the affiliation,  more PR