Category : Search result: Stanford University


32,000 could die in extreme heatwaves, study warns

A new Stanford study reveals extreme heat could cause weekly death tolls rivaling the COVID pandemic, with up to 32,000 fatalities possible. Learn how adaptation measures could save lives.

140+ Drugs Disrupt Gut, Fuel Cancer Risk

Stanford scientists reveal how common medications reshape the gut microbiome, creating inflammation that promotes colorectal cancer. Discover the implications for your health.

Extreme Heat Increases Premature Birth Risk 15%

Groundbreaking research from Stanford University shows extreme heat exposure significantly increases risk of premature births, with worrying implications for climate change and maternal health.

Family murder-suicide shocks Leeton community

A quiet Australian town is reeling after Marcus Stanford allegedly killed his brother Vincent and sister-in-law Stephanie Scott before taking his own life in a devastating family tragedy.

University strike threat over pay could lock students out

British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.

Oxford Tops Global University Rankings 2024

Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.

Pro-Palestinian student protests sweep UK universities

Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.

University blunder led to student's tragic death

Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.

UTS axes teacher education, slashes 1000+ subjects

The University of Technology Sydney is closing its renowned teacher education programme and cutting over 1000 subjects in a drastic overhaul, citing financial pressures and a shift towards 'future-focused' disciplines.

Scientists Warn of New FLiRT Covid Variant Risk

A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.

Palestinian Artist Cancelled by Yale in Censorship Row

Renowned Palestinian artist Samia Halaby speaks out after Yale University rescinds a major retrospective and the Munch Museum withdraws a prestigious award, igniting a fierce debate on censorship and political pressure in the art world.

Charlie Kirk dies after university firing and suspension

Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has died following his controversial dismissal from a speaking tour and suspension from a university platform, sparking intense debate about campus free speech and political discourse.

Best UK Universities for Engineering 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 engineering rankings are out! Discover which UK universities lead in general engineering, with Cambridge retaining the crown and surprising climbs shaking up the league table.

Page 1 of 4