Coronavirus crisis inspiring ‘unprecedented’ global research effort
The search for a coronavirus vaccine is spurring worldwide collaboration, the speed and size of which has never been seen before, say experts
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Science policy advisers aim to learn pandemic response lessons
Scientific advisor network starts collating examples of research influencing, and failing to influence, policy
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Strategise now to teach students online for the long term
David LeFevre outlines a three-stage planning process needed to enhance online learning for all students – the new normal after Covid-19
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Universities are failing their students during the coronavirus outbreak
Communication must improve and students should be consulted on finding new assessment methods, says Brian Wong
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Struggling to focus at home? You’re not alone
Finding writing partners online can impose some productive accountability, says Alice Kelly
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UK’s next REF postponed ‘until further notice’
Research Excellence Framework 2021 put on hold to allow universities to focus research efforts on virus battle
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Australia’s number caps ‘could be scrapped’ amid virus crisis
Spike in student demand driven by economic woes could force government to bring back demand-driven system
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Coronavirus: Whitehall team to consider help for UK science and HE
Science minister announces new joint team of government departments to consider assistance for sectors
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Minister warns English universities against unconditional offers
English universities urged to refrain from increasing use of controversial offers after exams cancelled amid virus crisis
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Japan University Rankings 2020: results announced
Surprise results as Tohoku University tops national ranking for first time, while Tokyo Tech rises to third place
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Think ahead, Indian agents urge Australia
Delay midyear intake or risk losing subcontinent students to Britain, association warns universities
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Why aren’t UK universities taking a lead in this crisis?
Now is the time for the higher education sector to get ahead of questionable government policy, say Chik Collins, Peter Jones and Marjorie McCrory
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During this crisis, publishers must allow greater access to their content
Universities are scrambling to streamline online learning and temporarily removing barriers to scholarly content will be a huge help, says Anna Vernon
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International students across Europe face ‘chaos’
The erection of borders, disrupted transport and fear of infection mean many will have to stay put, but their mental health could be at risk, universities are warned
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‘Go home’ advice causing confusion among stranded students
The coronavirus will have a ‘massive effect’ on the international student market, and UK universities need to be clearer about their guidance and support for those students, experts have warned