After a year of Trump, fear is the dominant emotion on US campuses
We surveyed US scholars last year; the fact that we cannot identify ourselves as authors of the study speaks volumes, say two academics
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UK to reimburse visa fees for AI and quantum researchers
Government renews drive to attract international academics with more recruits coming to UK under Global Talent Fund
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New UK international education strategy pushes offshore expansion
Labour prioritises growth abroad over increasing international student numbers on home soil amid immigration concerns
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Public losing trust in scientists, finds major UK poll
More people sceptical that science makes life better compared with pre-pandemic, and public also doubting contribution to economic growth
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US universities count the cost, one year into Trump’s second term
Some of president’s most audacious cuts have been scaled back or suspended but a year of turmoil is beginning to show in institutions’ bottom lines
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Why trauma-informed education could be a university’s smartest investment
Responding to struggling students with empathy and flexibility can benefit the whole campus. Here’s how to create a culture of compassion
January 19, 2026 -
Guide students through four stages of cognitive development
Critical thinking does not develop automatically. Using William Perry’s model of cognitive development, Adeola A. Matthew shows how lecturers can help students progress from simplistic, dualistic thinking to more reflective and reasoned judgement
January 19, 2026 -
Harnessing AI to expand scientific discovery
From drug design to climate modelling, artificial intelligence can process data at scales far beyond human capacity. Hongliang Xin argues that the future of research lies in harnessing agentic AI through human-guided discovery
January 19, 2026 -
Maximise student satisfaction in creative education: part one
Disappointed with your National Student Survey satisfaction results? One teaching team turned theirs around with reflection and collaboration. Find out how, in the first of a two-part series
January 16, 2026 -
Tips for running engaging tutorials
Practical strategies for turning tutorials into active, inclusive learning spaces, from designing hands-on activities and valuing student contributions to building rapport and providing effective feedback
January 16, 2026