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Ural Federal University: Zirconium Dioxide Powder Developed for Crowns and Implants in the Urals
Scientists from the Ural Federal University and the Institute of High-Temperature Electrochemistry of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences have created zirconium dioxide ceramics for crowns and implants. It is not inferior to…
Ural Federal University Sociologists Propose Measures to Support Young Student Families
A survey of Ural students conducted by UrFU sociologists revealed that 82.7 percent of respondents indicated a desire to become parents, 15.4 percent expressed no such intention, and 1.9 percent reported that they were already parents. The…
Victory Day Celebration Set to Take Place in Front of Ural Federal University Square
On May 9 there will be a celebration dedicated to the 79th anniversary of the Victory in World War Two (the Great Patriotic War) on the square in front of the main academic building of the Ural Federal University (19, Mira Street). The…
Ural Federal University: University Lyceum Teacher Honored with State Award
Galina Prokina, a teacher of the UrFU Specialized Education and Research Center, was awarded a certificate of honor by the President of the Russian Federation for her contribution in the field of education and many years of conscientious…
Study Reveals Melatonin’s Positive Impact on Elderly Emotions
Ural scientists have found out that elderly people who eat food with sufficient melatonin levels have higher life satisfaction and a positive emotional background. In addition, according to the researchers, melatonin reduces the risk of…
Critical Nuclear Reactor Heat Exchanger Defects Identified by Scientists
Scientists from UrFU and North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power (Zhengzhou) have found out which defects in the surface of a nuclear reactor heat exchanger are critical for liquid metal embrittlement. The researchers…
University of Cape Town’s Ikey Tigers Impress Despite Varsity Cup Final Loss, Garner…
It wasn’t meant to be once again for the Ikey Tigers in the coveted Varsity Cup after losing 42–45 in the final against the University of the Free State on Monday, 22 April, in Bloemfontein.
After stunning North-West University a week…
University of Cape Town Delves into Researching the Human Experience
Examining how diverse experiences, cultures and histories have shaped society, these South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) chairs, hosted at the University of Cape Town (UCT), have gained and shared important insights “On being…
UCT Big Band Commemorates International Jazz Day with Celebratory Event
On 30 April, the University of Cape Town (UCT) Big Band joined the global jazz community in commemorating International Jazz Day. The premise of International Jazz Day is to accentuate the role of jazz music in international diplomacy,…
UCT’s Open Day 2024 Highlights Academic Excellence and Vibrant Campus Life
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Open Day on Saturday, 4 May 2024 was an outstanding success, providing prospective students with an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the diverse spectrum of undergraduate study options available at…