BURNABY, British Columbia, Sept. 8 -- Simon Fraser University posted the following news: * * * SFU ushers in fall with fresh slate of new offerings * by Robyn Stubbs It's a new season and a new semester for more than 28,000 new and returning students at Simon Fraser University's three campuses. These students are our largest annual investment in B.C.'s future-their skills and knowledge will attract employers and investment to the province, contribute to stronger communities and build an inclusive, sustainable and prosperous future for al more PR

CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 8 -- Anglia Ruskin University posted the following news: * * * ARU recognised for entrepreneurship and impact * Presentation of the Regional Impact Award to ARU Peterborough. From left: University Alliance CEO Vanessa Wilson, ARU Peterborough Vice Principals Jamie Jones and Dr Lucy Jones, and CEO of the Chartered Association of Business Schools Flora Hamilton. Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is celebrating a double success after being shortlisted for a prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Award and winning nati more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 8 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * Aston University shortlisted for three Times Higher Education Awards 2026 * Aston University has been shortlisted for Outstanding Entrepreneurial University * Aston Business School has been shortlisted for Business School of the Year * Professor Victor Chang has been shortlisted for Outstanding Research Supervisor of the Year - Aston University has been shortlisted in three categories in the 22nd Times Higher Education Awards, known as the "Oscars of high more PR

GALWAY CITY, Ireland, Sept. 8 -- Atlantic Technological University issued the following news release: * * * ATU inclusive research team to lead Irish role in Euros250,000 European sexual health project Researchers with intellectual disabilities will help develop accessible sexual health education through a three-year Erasmus+ partnership - An inclusive research team at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will lead Ireland's involvement in a new Euros250,000 European project aimed at improving access to sexual health education for peopl more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 8 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: * * * Funding for research to investigate the role of tropical wetlands as a source of greenhouse gas * Scientists have been awarded funding to investigate the role of tropical wetlands as major nitrous oxide sources and understand how they may respond to future climate change. Researchers from the University of Nottingham's School of Biosciences have been awarded just under PS950,000 by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) for the st more PR

HONG KONG, Sept. 8 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * Inaugural "PolyU Alumni Week" brings together over 1,200 alumni for vibrant summer reunion * The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held its inaugural "PolyU Alumni Week" from 22 to 31 August. Featuring a wide range of activities, including thematic talks, cultural experiences, social gatherings and a virtual campus treasure hunt, the event brought together over 1,200 alumni from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and overseas, participating b more PR

KOWLOON, Hong Kong, Sept. 8 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * Inaugural "PolyU Alumni Week" brings together over 1,200 alumni for vibrant summer reunion The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held its inaugural "PolyU Alumni Week" from 22 to 31 August. Featuring a wide range of activities, including thematic talks, cultural experiences, social gatherings and a virtual campus treasure hunt, the event brought together over 1,200 alumni from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and overseas, participa more PR

LONDON, England, Sept. 8 (TNSxrep) -- King's College London issued the following news: * * * New report offers lessons for preserving cultural heritage in crisis zones Drawing on the Sudan Memory project, the report explores how digitisation can inform efforts for safeguarding cultural heritage from areas of conflict. The report, Digital heritage preservation for vulnerable collections: Reflections on the Sudan Memory project history and inventory, was authored by Dr Laura Gibson, Senior Lecturer in Digital Content Management Education at K more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 8 -- Monash University issued the following news: * * * Legal expert Meena Singh returns to Monash Law as Professor of Practice Distinguished legal practitioner, advocate, and public leader Meena Singh will commence as Professor of Practice in Monash University's Law Faculty on Monday 7 September. A proud Yorta Yorta and Indian woman and a graduate of Monash Law, Ms Singh brings over 20 years of experience in legal practice, advocacy and organisational leadership dedicated to advancing human rights and social just more PR

LEIDEN, The Netherlands, Sept. 8 -- Leiden University issued the following news: * * * Leiden University to return Chola Plates to India The Chola Plates, currently in the possession of Leiden University, will be returned to India. This has been decided by the Executive Board. The restitution of this heritage follows the advice of the (national) Colonial Collections Committee. The Chola Plates - historical objects originating from India held by University Libraries Leiden (UBL) - will be presented on 16 May during a formal ceremony in the p more PR

MACAU, China, Sept. 8 -- The University of Macau posted the following news: * * * President of Latin American Council of Management Schools leads delegation to visit UM * Gisela Veritier, president of the Latin American Council of Management Schools (CLADEA), led a delegation to visit the University of Macau (UM) today (8 September). The delegation was warmly received by Yonghua Song, rector of UM. It comprised representatives from nine universities and institutions in Latin American countries, including Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico more PR

ANTIGONISH, Nova Scotia, Sept. 8 -- St. Francis Xavier University posted the following news: * * * Skills, confidence, and hands-on research highlight summer for 16 NSERC-USRA research assistants * From studying peanut allergens to finding patterns in how bullfrogs interact when calling, 16 StFX students conducted hands-on research this summer, gaining both skills and confidence, as recipients of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA). The NSERC-USRA provides eac more PR

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, Sept. 8 -- The University of Lethbridge posted the following news: * * * Southern Alberta Medical Program in the spotlight to kick off 2026-27 Public Professor Series * One of the most significant program additions in the recent history of the University of Lethbridge will be featured as the opening subject as the 2026-27 Public Professor Series kicks off later this month. Dr. Rick Buck, associate dean of the Southern Alberta Medical Program (SAMP), will be joined by Drs. Jonathan Cluett and Ashley Rommens in presentin more PR

DUBLIN, Ireland, Sept. 8 (TNSjou) -- Dublin City University posted the following news: * * * Sustainable, community led alternatives to commercial childcare models... * A new report, There are Alternatives - A Case Study into Existing Multi-Site Non-Profit Early Childhood Education & Care Provision in Ireland, has found that sustainable, community led alternatives to commercial early childhood education and care models are thriving across the country. The report was authored by Dr Marlene McCormack and Dr Sheila Garrity of Dublin City Unive more PR

SWANSEA, Wales, Sept. 8 -- Swansea University issued the following news: * * * Swansea University project uses vintage computers to build digital confidence * A new Swansea University project is putting working computers from the 1980s into the hands of school students, families, refugees, jobseekers and older adults, using Wales's computing heritage to build digital confidence and inclusion today. Cynefin Digidol explores how connecting people to the computing history of their local communities can help them see themselves as part of an i more PR

BEIJING, China, Sept. 8 -- Tsinghua University issued the following news: * * * Qiu Yong leads delegation to Germany From Sept 1 to 4, Qiu Yong, secretary of the CPC Tsinghua University Committee, led a delegation to Germany to deepen educational and technological cooperation between Tsinghua University and Germany, contributing to the development of the China-Germany comprehensive strategic partnership. On the morning of Sept 2, Qiu Yong and his delegation visited RWTH Aachen University and held talks with Rector Ulrich Rudiger. Qiu introd more PR

TOOWOOMBA, Australia, Sept. 8 -- The University of Southern Queensland posted the following news: * * * UniSQ and Ipswich Jets kick on with partnership commitment through 2027 * The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is helping the Ipswich Jets women soar into the rugby league finals, with the University committing to continue its naming rights partnership with the team into 2027. As the Jets kick off their finals campaign on Sunday (13 September), the team will continue to take the field as the UniSQ Ipswich Jets BMD Premiership te more PR

BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 8 -- The University of Birmingham posted the following news: * * * University of Birmingham and Hong Kong Metropolitan University sign transnational education contract The agreement opens pathways for Hong Kong Metropolitan University students to study on the Birmingham Law School's LLB Commercial Law. - Students at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) will have new opportunities to study commercial law at the University of Birmingham following the signing of a new transnational education agreement between th more PR

HATFIELD, England, Sept. 8 -- The University of Hertfordshire issued the following news: * * * University-backed climate innovation programme shortlisted for prestigious national award A pioneering climate-focused innovation programme supported by the University of Hertfordshire has been shortlisted for a prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Award 2026. SHAKE Climate Change has been named a finalist in the Knowledge Exchange/Transfer Initiative of the Year category, which recognises the UK's most innovative and impactful collaborations  more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Sept. 8 -- The University of New South Wales posted the following news: * * * UNSW hosts global summit to discover how to make our cities healthier Emma Brown The UNSW Cities Institute and Healthy Cities Australia hosted a global conference to explore ideas on how to make urban centres healthier for all. UNSW Sydney welcomed more than 400 delegates including government ministers, city mayors, experts and policymakers from around the world last week for a global summit on healthier cities. The 11th Global Conference of  more PR

GUILFORD, England, Sept. 8 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * University of Surrey-China Agricultural University Joint Institute opens in Beijing * Students at one of China's leading research universities have this week commenced studies for University of Surrey degrees, with a focus on applied learning to address current and future grand challenges, delivered through a new Joint Institute established with China Agricultural University (CAU) in Beijing. * * The China Agricultural University-University more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Sept. 8 -- The University of Sydney issued the following news: * * * Gift of rare book collection lifts the veil on understudied alternative thinking Research contribution to esoteric thought in Western culture. - The University of Sydney is celebrating the donation of an extraordinary collection related to alternative ways of thinking, including but extending well beyond, witchcraft, occultism, magic, alchemy and esoteric spirituality. Dr Brendan French - on behalf of himself and his life partner Dr Gregory Tillett (w more PR

GLASGOW, Scotland, Sept. 8 -- The University of Glasgow posted the following news: * * * Vaccinating dogs, not people, holds key to ending rabies deaths in Kerala * A new study has found that expanding dog vaccination, rather than introducing routine pre-exposure vaccination for children, is the most effective and cost-effective way to eliminate rabies deaths in people in Kerala, India. The research, led by the University of Glasgow in collaboration with researchers from the Directorate of Medical Education, Kerala University of Health Sci more PR

PERTH, Australia, Sept. 8 -- Murdoch University posted the following news: * * * WA expertise supporting Egypt's mining sector transformation * Murdoch University has welcomed representatives from Egypt's Mineral Resources and Mining Industries Authority (MRMIA) as part of a new capacity development program to strengthen the North African nation's mining and resources sector. The program is designed to translate Western Australia's mining expertise into practical support for Egypt through training, applied research, policy development and  more PR