When does proofreading become plagiarism?
Experts say rules are too unclear in light of rise of online commercial checking services
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‘Positive signs’ but slow progress on South African diversity
Pretoria’s new vice-chancellor says ‘co-creating’ institutional cultures was critical for a diverse academy
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Augar warns against unpicking post-18 review recommendations
After fears that government could seek to cut fees without replacement funding, review chair stresses plans are interconnected
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Trying to revive Nalanda University’s ancient glory is folly
Whatever the romance, students and academics will not flock to a remote part of north-east India, says Pushkar
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Employers ‘to drive retraining demand’
Australian report suggests that business economics, not workers’ survival, will drive lifelong learning boom
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The cost of studying at a university in Japan
This guide outlines fees, accommodation, and other costs, as well as detailing financial assistance options if you are planning to study in Japan
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The scientist trying to stop you falling asleep at conferences
Adam Ginsburg is fighting conference-induced lethargy by tackling high levels of carbon dioxide at academic gatherings – one window at a time
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Mexico forced to loosen researcher travel restrictions
Federally funded academics would have been required to seek president’s authorisation to go abroad
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‘Trolling’ fears over Leeds’ anonymous student feedback plan
Academics fear women and ethnic minorities will be particularly exposed to abuse on module discussion boards
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China belts up for the road to internationalisation
Building education ties along the New Silk Road will strengthen the influence of Chinese higher education, says Futao Huang
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University of Alabama returns gift after abortion protest
Institution surrenders $26.5 million (£20.8 million) after donor urges student boycott over women’s rights
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In conversation with David Lammy MP
The former universities minister called for fairer access to the UK’s elite institutions and says there is no free speech crisis on campuses
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UKRI agrees to create research integrity watchdog
Umbrella body for research councils accepts MPs’ call for organisation to monitor whether universities carry out misconduct investigations properly
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UK government may acquiesce to return of post-study work visas
Jo Johnson’s amendment wins support from 26 Tories, including brother Boris, prompting suggestions it will be accepted by government
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Anger as US funding for fetal tissue research curtailed
Private funders and charitable foundations urged to support vital studies