Stardom and the spirit of the age A peer-reviewed academic journal is turning the spotlight on celebrity culture. Zoë Corbyn reports 25 February
In a hard world, it pays to be flexible, say funding chiefs Report asks whether sector-wide arrangements are 'enablers or barriers'. Melanie Newman writes 25 February
Pressure grows on national bargaining V-cs may copy London South Bank and opt for local pay deals. Melanie Newman reports 25 February
Part-time 'juggling act' no panacea for the future Hepi boss warns that combining study and work is beset with difficulties. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 25 February
King's chief warns of cuts twice as severe as those made by Thatcher Rick Trainor tells staff 'wise heads' fear sector may suffer reductions of up to 30%, writes John Morgan By John Morgan 25 February
A capital idea: what better way to boost your income? Universities' London-based ventures cause unions to caution about conditions. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 25 February
The archipelago of excellence Joint research service launched to support work in 'islands' and challenge elite. Zoë Corbyn writes 25 February
Leeds UCU calls off one-day strike Negotiations promise ‘groundbreaking’ process to manage organisational change. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 24 February
Kin and scholarship meet in tale of child migration LSE academic’s work on Empire Settlement Act draws on a family connection, reports Matthew Reisz By Matthew Reisz 24 February
Professor accused of using student’s work without consent Psychologist ‘strenuously’ denies misconduct allegations. Melanie Newman reports 23 February
MPs call for halt to public funds for homeopathy Science committee says placebo effect is only benefit of alternative treatment. Zoë Corbyn reports 23 February
Academic quits bullying helpline over outing of No 10 staff Lancaster professor says breach of confidentiality at the charity could put workers at risk. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 22 February
Dons’ campaign secures disciplinary bodies’ future Proposals to scrap Cambridge tribunal and ‘Septemviri’ oversight abandoned by management. Melanie Newman reports 22 February
US faculty face more stringent checks in wake of shooting The killing of three academics at the University of Alabama could lead to controversial criminal background checks of lecturers. Jon Marcus reports 20 February
'Climategate' fallout: shadow of suspicion falls across East Anglia Mood darkens as online critics question work because it emanates from UEA. Zoë Corbyn writes 18 February
What's in a name? Nothing good, AUA members argue Organisation's full title unpopular with rank and file, but rebrand is unlikely. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 18 February
Scholars welcome proposals for 'serendipitous' spaces In the midst of the digital revolution, academy still needs the human touch. Melanie Newman writes 18 February
'Frankensite' monsters loom as universities lose control of content Warning that incoherent online offerings could cause reputational damage. Hannah Fearn writes 18 February
'Independence', at a price: it's better to be Red than led Communist influence is non-negotiable for UK's Chinese outposts. Melanie Newman writes 18 February
First impressions in the hot seat 'Positive' London Met v-c praises commitment of staff and students. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 18 February
Radical measures to bridge gap between supply and demand Guild HE v-cs' plans to beat cap: unfunded places or 'foreign' fees for rich. Melanie Newman reports 18 February
Contractual ties trip up radiologist Unapproved conference submission lands Sheffield researcher in strife. Zoë Corbyn reports 18 February
Defenders of the academy? More like the status quo, says Lord Mandelson First Secretary dismisses claims that funding cuts will bring sector 'to its knees'. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 18 February
They don't come for the food: Sector' s reputation is paramount Foreign students will abandon UK if standards are seen to slip, says Hepi director. John Morgan writes By John Morgan 18 February
V-c attacks 'skewed' 1994 Group data Figures undermine case for research concentration, BIS review adviser argues. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 18 February
Students taking second degrees withdrawn from recruitment limits Universities will be able to take an unlimited number of non-funded students, but they cannot transfer their places to funded students. Melanie Newman reports 17 February
Tributes paid to Robert Gordon principal Colleagues speak of loss after death of Mike Pittilo. Zoë Corbyn reports 16 February
UK chases golden prospects as US donors retreat British fundraisers still upbeat despite record fall in American gifts. Hannah Fearn reports 15 February
Pragmatic social science research called for to inform policy Governments unable to wait for all the evidence before making decisions. Matthew Reisz reports By Matthew Reisz 13 February
Nature editor quits ‘Climategate’ review panel Departure comes as UEA launches second probe into climate science. Zoë Corbyn reports 12 February
First Secretary takes aim at retrenchment ‘hyperbole’ Lord Mandelson criticises v-cs’ attempts to ‘get a retaliation in first’ and hints that Budget will not deliver additional cuts. John Gill reports By John Gill 11 February
How high? 'Reasonable number' would accept fees hike Survey responses vary on subject, institution, class, race and gender lines. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 11 February
Let's talk about sex: academics keen to turn on, tune in and get down to it US lecturers eager to tackle taboos and bolster understanding of a vital topic. Jon Marcus writes 11 February
UUK chief raises spectre of Budget 'double whammy' Retrenchment may not take account of reductions already announced. Melanie Newman reports 11 February
Please sirs, can we have some more cash to cope? Sector bemoans limited capacity as applications rise by 23 per cent. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 11 February
International scholars decry the 'madness' of King's Protests warn that cuts will damage reputation and research standing. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 11 February
Two bodies vie to speak for postgrads NUS' higher calling may clash with its other priorities, NPC says. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 11 February
