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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…
University of Cape Town CMC Engages in Team Building with a Unique Twist
“The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” – Helen Keller
With Keller’s words as inspiration and while keeping the spirit of ubuntu top of mind, the University of Cape Town’s …
Record Number of Doctor of Physical Therapy Students at UCF Accepted to Residencies
Of the 38 students who will graduate from UCF’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program this spring, one in four — an impressive 26% — will immediately go on to develop further specialization in their defined areas of practice at a post…
UCF Concert Band Teams Up with Music Education Class to Foster Inclusive Experience for Individuals…
Emily Stefani, a senior in UCF’s concert band, understands firsthand the challenges individuals with autism face at concerts. Her younger sister experiences sensory overload as she gets overwhelmed by the noise, crowds and bright…
UCF Hypersonic Technology Gets Boost with New Department of Defense Funding
Substantial new funding from the U.S. Department of Defense is helping further establish the University of Central Florida as a leader in hypersonics and space propulsion research not only in the nation, but in the world.
Hypersonic…