AALTO, Finland, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * What counts as rational in debates about technology is political Techno-optimism and techno-pessimism seem to be surprisingly little about technology - Academy Research Fellow Johanna Ahola-Launonen from the Department of Management Studies at the School of Business has spent much of the last decade studying technological hopes, fears, expectations, and imaginaries. Over the past couple of years, that work has crystallised into this paper, which  more PR

KARACHI, Pakistan, Aug. 20 -- Aga Khan University issued the following news: * * * The Aga Khan University and Government of Punjab partner to strengthen Punjab's nursing workforce Aga Khan University's (AKU) School of Nursing and Midwifery Pakistan (AKU-SONAM, PK) and the Program Implementation Unit of the Punjab Nursing & Health Workforce Reform Program (PNHWRP), under the Government of Punjab's Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance nursing education, faculty devel more PR

COVENTRY, England, Aug. 20 -- The University of Warwick Business School posted the following news: * * * AI Avatars and VR help Master's students learn the realities of brand strategy * Warwick Business School is using virtual reality and artificial intelligence avatars to tackle longstanding challenge how to teach professional judgement. In a new MSc Marketing & Strategy elective - Branding and Marketing Communications - rather than learning from case studies where decisions have already been made and can be analysed in the comfort of hin more PR

CAMBRIDGE, England, Aug. 20 -- Anglia Ruskin University posted the following news: * * * ARU professor elected as IETI Distinguished Fellow * Jennifer Schooling OBE, Professor of Digital Innovation and Smart Places at ARU The International Engineering and Technology Institute (IETI) has elected Professor Jennifer Schooling OBE as a Distinguished Fellow, its highest honorary award, recognising her outstanding contributions to smart infrastructure, digital twins, infrastructure resilience and the digital transformation of the built environme more PR

COVENTRY, England, Aug. 20 -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release: * * * Bacterial molecule 'disarms' deadly fungal infections by tricking them into starving * Researchers from the University of Warwick and Monash University have discovered a way to potentially stop one of the world's most dangerous fungal pathogens in its tracks, not by killing it, but by tricking it into switching off its attack mode. Fungal infections kill an estimated two million people worldwide every year, yet there are no vaccines and few eff more PR

OSHAWA, Ontario, Aug. 20 -- The Ontario Tech University issued the following news release: * * * Centre for Designing Change and Ontario Tech launch Physical AI Centre of Excellence (PACE) Ontario to strengthen Canada's leadership in Physical AI * Centre for Designing Change (CDC) and Ontario Tech University have launched Physical AI Centre of Excellence (PACE) Ontario, the first provincial hub within CDC's national PACE network. Physical AI brings artificial intelligence into the physical world through technologies such as robotics, intel more PR

BURNABY, British Columbia, Aug. 20 -- Simon Fraser University posted the following news: * * * Climate innovation, wildfire science and quantum technology among SFU projects awarded $1.86 million in JELF funding * by Heather Sanders Simon Fraser University's diverse and interdisciplinary research has been recognized in the latest round of John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) support. 12 scholars from five faculties share more than $1.86 million in funding for projects that span family health, environmental sciences, new materials, climate in more PR

SHANGHAI, China, Aug. 19 -- Shanghai Jiao Tong University Antai College of Economics and Management posted the following news: * * * Co-Creating 1,000 AI Scenarios: ACEM Launches AI-Era Business Talent Alliance * SHANGHAI, August 16, 2026 -Antai College of Economics and Management (ACEM) at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) hosted the AI-Era Industrial Innovation and Management Forum at its Xuhui campus on Sunday. At the event, ACEM-together with the Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Association, the Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Resea more PR

CRANFIELD, England, Aug. 20 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release: * * * Strengthening National Capability: Defence Partnership Renewed * The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom has extended its academic provision contracts with Cranfield University and King's College London, continuing defence and security education opportunities for military personnel, UK industry, civil servants and international partners to 2031. King's College London and Cranfield University are long-standing trusted partners of the Defence Acade more PR

BRISTOL, England, Aug. 20 -- The University of Bristol issued the following news release: * * * Former Bristol academic returns to the University to take up role as Pro Vice- Chancellor for Health and Life Sciences * Professor Caroline Relton, whose expertise and research has focussed on using epidemiological methods to understand disease pathways, is currently Pro Director for Research and Academic Development at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Prior to this she worked at Bristol for 11 years where her work included bui more PR

PRETORIA, South Africa, Aug. 20 -- Tshwane University of Technology posted the following news: * * * Former TCE Alumni visit their alma mater in celebration of 40 year legacy * Memories of student life, enduring friendships and the struggle for freedom came alive at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Soshanguve North Campus Hall on 15 August 2026, when former students, lecturers and staff of the Transvaal College of Education (TCE) reunited at their former campus. Hosted by TUT's Faculty of Humanities in collaboration with the Alum more PR

KANO, Nigeria, Aug. 20 -- Bayero University issued the following news: * * * Governor Yusuf Commends KHAIRUN for Hosting Colloquium, Congratulates BUK Vice-Chancellor on One Year in Office Governor of Kano State, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) for organizing a colloquium, conference and book launch in honour of the Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, to mark his first year in office. The Governor gave the commendation on Tuesday, 18th August, 2026, more PR

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Aug. 20 -- KTH Royal Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Artists and researchers collaborate to strengthen mental health A new project called Art4Mental aims to explore how VR technologies and art can be used for mental health. Researchers from KTH and several other European universities will collaborate with artists to explore how art, immersive technologies and mental health practices can work together to support emotional well-being. "We aim to bridge the gap between existing art therapy and new te more PR

PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand, Aug. 20 -- Massey University issued the following news release: * * * Inspiring future innovators through STEM Helping young people discover the possibilities of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) is what drives Brandon Montagnani every day. Earlier this year, that passion took his robotics team all the way to the VEX Robotics World Championship in the United States. A graduate of Te Kunenga ki Purehuroa Massey University, Mr Montagnani teaches mathematics, digital technologies and STEM at more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- Monash University issued the following news: * * * New guidance encourages GPs and physios to ditch unnecessary shoulder scans Monash University researchers have reviewed existing evidence and concluded that most shoulder problems get better with self-management, education and time, challenging widespread clinical reliance on early imaging and surgical interventions. The landmark review, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, provides general practitioners and physiotherapists with an updated roadmap  more PR

HONG KONG, Aug. 20 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * PolyU Junior Researcher Mentoring Programme 2026 concludes, nurturing future research talent through innovative thinking * The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to fostering the holistic development of young people, and nurturing socially responsible professionals and leaders with a strong sense of national pride and a global perspective. This year, PolyU held the sixth "Junior Researcher Mentoring Programme" (JRMP), attra more PR

KYOTO, Japan, Aug. 20 -- Ritsumeikan University posted the following news: * * * Ritsumeikan Selected by MEXT for the Support Program for Strengthening the Functions of Universities and Colleges of Technology (Growth Sector Transition Fund) * Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto, Japan; President Yoshio Nakatani) has been selected by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) for its Support Program for Strengthening the Functions of Universities and Colleges of Technology (Growth Sector Transition Fund). This prog more PR

KONGENS LYNGBY, Denmark, Aug. 20 -- The Technical University of Denmark posted the following news: * * * First sod turned for new campus in Kalundborg * A new landmark campus development in Kalundborg will bring six educational institutions together under one roof and create modern facilities for education, research, innovation, and industry collaboration. DTU is among the partners. Christina Taekker Yesterday, Campus Kalundborg took a major step toward opening its new building, which will strengthen collaboration among six educational in more PR

LONDON, England, Aug. 19 -- SOAS, University of London posted the following news: * * * UK's first Professor of Relational Psychiatry appointed at SOAS * The Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA) has welcomed Dr Russell Razzaque, the UK's first Professor of Relational Psychiatry, to further CAMHRA's anthropological research, education and public engagement on mental health. A pivotal moment for mental health services across the country, Dr Razzaque will also act as co-lead in the ODDESSI trial (Open Dialogu more PR

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Aug. 20 -- The University of Auckland issued the following news: * * * Award-winning Pacific educator recognised for outstanding teaching Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland lecturer Dr Sarah McLean-Orsborn has been recognised with the Faculty of Arts and Education Early Career Teaching Award. Based in Te Wananga o Waipapa, School of Maori Studies and Pacific Studies, Dr McLean-Orsborn has shown a strong commitment to empower students and create culturally grounded learning environments. The award adds to a g more PR

HATFIELD, England, Aug. 20 -- The University of Hertfordshire issued the following news: * * * Master's student develops AI tool to help tackle gender-based violence in humanitarian crisis zones A University of Hertfordshire master's student has created an artificial intelligence tool to help humanitarian workers respond more effectively and safely to gender-based violence in crisis situations. Elly Mulaha, 35, grew up in Kenya and is studying for an MSc in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at the University. His AI-powered ass more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Aug. 17 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * University of Manchester among world's leading universities in latest global ranking The University of Manchester has maintained its place among the world's leading universities, retaining its position in the UK's top six and as one of Europe's highest-ranked institutions in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The 2026 ARWU ranking places Manchester 51 in the world, 14 in Europe and sixth in the UK. It reflects the Uni more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * Britons embrace DIY health checks Most people in the UK already monitor their own health and wellbeing, and an overwhelming majority would be happy to do more if advised by the NHS, according to a new University of Manchester led study. In a survey of 4,270 adults from across the UK, the researchers found that 79% had already used some form of self-monitoring, ranging from tracking blood pressure and blood sugar to monitoring fitne more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 20 -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news: * * * Melbourne partners with Indonesian universities to grow future agriculture leaders Indonesian students will soon be able to build global expertise in agriculture under a new partnership launched today between the University of Melbourne and two of Indonesia's top universities. Announced today in Jakarta by University of Melbourne Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global) Professor Frank Vetere, the partnership will enable students to study in both Indonesia and more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 20 -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news: * * * Professor Emma Johnston AO honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award The late Professor Emma Johnston AO has been posthumously awarded the Australian Financial Review's (AFR) Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her contribution to science, research and higher education. Presented at the AFR Higher Education Summit Awards in Sydney on Tuesday 18 August, University of Melbourne Deputy Chancellor Dr Helen Szoke AO acknowledged the honour on be more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 20 -- The University of New South Wales posted the following news: * * * UNSW researcher honoured at AFR Higher Education Awards Emma Blake Dr Aaron Eger was awarded the Emerging Leadership prize with three other UNSW Sydney experts recognised as finalists. UNSW Sydney researcher and founder of the Kelp Forest Alliance, opens in a new window Dr Aaron Eger won the Emerging Leadership Award at The Australian Financial Review Higher Education Awards for his international work on protecting and restoring kelp forests.  more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- The University of New South Wales posted the following news: * * * Cannabis linked to earlier onset of psychosis Kate Burke, Lachlan Gilbert People who use cannabis are developing psychosis years earlier than non-users, new research shows, prompting calls for greater health warnings about one of the nation's most widely used substances. Cannabis users develop psychosis an average of two-and-a-half years earlier than non-users, a new meta-analysis from UNSW Sydney researchers shows. This earlier onset more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 18 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * Three dive for fish conservation A survey of weedy seadragon populations using underwater drones takes the plunge at national marine conservation awards. - Three research projects from the UTS Fish Ecology Lab recognised with 2026 Valerie Taylor Ocean Prizes. Named for the renowned Australian diver, filmmaker and conservationist, the Valerie Taylor Ocean Prizes support projects that make a direct impact on ocean health, protection and restor more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 20 -- York University issued the following news release: * * * Thinking and moving tasks surpass crossword puzzles at brain health Whether you're suffering from a concussion, early signs of dementia or are concerned about healthy aging, York University neuroscientist says combining thinking and movement builds brain resilience - Dementia can be brewing in the background for years before the telltale signs of memory lapses and difficulties with wayfinding creep into people's daily lives or are caught through memory te more PR

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Aug. 20 -- The Milpark Education posted the following news: * * * You Are Not Your Customer: Closing the CX Gap * Years ago I came across a piece of research by Bain & Company that has shaped how I've looked at business ever since. Bain surveyed 362 firms and found that 80% believed that they were delivering a superior experience to their customers. When they asked those customers, only 8% of them agreed! Sit with that for a moment. In my experience as a business advisor, almost every owner reading this is statisti more PR