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The Department of Energy just created a new team bringing together government labs, private companies, and universities to use AI for faster breakthroughs in energy and science. The Genesis Mission Consortium could transform how America tackles its biggest research challenges.
Howard University became the first historically Black college to earn America's highest research ranking in decades, opening doors that were historically closed. Several other Black colleges are now racing toward the same milestone.
Swedish researchers have cracked the code on why promising gene therapies get stuck in labs instead of reaching patients. Their new "Navigator" system brings hospitals, universities, and innovators together from day one to fast-track treatments from breakthrough to bedside.
Two universities are joining forces across continents to prepare the next generation of engineers for a sustainable future. The partnership focuses on low carbon technology and breaking barriers for women in the field.
Students from a small Pennsylvania county are making their mark at universities nationwide, earning top academic honors from Florida to Mississippi. Their success shows how rural communities are producing scholars who compete with the best.
Washington's community colleges bounced back strong from pandemic losses with a 7.5% enrollment jump in one year, while state universities remain flat. Students are choosing affordable pathways that lead to careers faster.
Morocco just signed a historic agreement to match university training with real job needs, aiming to turn 1.1 million students into career-ready workers. The partnership between the education ministry and business leaders could transform how young Moroccans enter the workforce.
The Fayetteville State University women's indoor track and field team just made history with their sixth consecutive CIAA championship. This powerhouse program continues to dominate conference competition while showcasing excellence at one of America's historically Black universities.
A mechanical engineering student from rural Wyoming is helping an Arkansas aquaculture operation solve water quality problems that were killing fish. Her work shows how universities and rural communities can team up to strengthen America's food systems.
Ankabut and Dell Technologies are joining forces to bring powerful computing resources to UAE universities and schools. The partnership will give students and researchers access to cutting-edge technology that makes advanced learning and breakthrough research possible.
Ghana's second-largest city is getting its green identity back through a comprehensive urban greening project led by local universities. The initiative aims to reverse decades of urbanization that stripped away Kumasi's famous "Garden City" reputation.
Sweden is putting $25 million toward clean energy projects that could transform how the country powers its future. Universities, companies, and researchers have until April 2026 to apply for funding to advance nuclear, wind, solar, and hydrogen solutions.
Students, workers, and families in Ontario successfully pushed the provincial government to announce new post-secondary education funding after nearly a decade of stagnant investment. The increase marks a milestone in the fight to strengthen colleges and universities, though advocates say more work lies ahead.
Northern Virginia just unveiled a bold new innovation district designed to transform the region into a global hub where tech companies, universities, and government agencies solve America's biggest challenges together. With Amazon, Northrop Grumman, and Virginia Tech leading the charge, this could reshape how the nation tackles everything from national security to next-generation technology.
Erie County is launching a coordinated effort to help thousands of working families who earn above poverty wages but still struggle with one unexpected bill. United Way is partnering with housing authorities and universities to create stable pathways out of financial crisis.
Google just handed ownership of a massive African language dataset to African universities and researchers, not keeping it for itself. The move could help millions finally speak to AI in their own languages.
Meanjin, Australia's second-oldest literary journal, has been saved by Queensland University of Technology just months after financial pressures forced its shutdown. The beloved magazine that launched writers like Helen Garner and Patrick White returns to its birthplace after 85 years.
America just took a major leap forward in AI-powered science. The Department of Energy announced a historic partnership bringing together national labs, universities, and tech companies to accelerate breakthrough discoveries.
India and the Netherlands just launched a major fellowship program to train the next generation of clean hydrogen researchers. Nineteen top Indian universities are joining forces with the University of Groningen to accelerate green energy breakthroughs.
Two thousand students in Bengaluru just completed professional certifications in AI and coding, gaining skills that match what tech companies actually need. Samsung Innovation Campus partnered with government and universities to make this training accessible and job-ready.
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