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New Definition of Scientific Misconduct
Switzerland classifies “unjustified” self-citation or claiming authorship despite contributing little as grounds for sanctions.
Is a Partnership in China Consistent With Cornell's Values?
Cornell approves new dual degree program with Peking University over the objections of Faculty Senate and Student Assembly.
Pandemic Exposes Inequities in Indian Higher Education
At the University of Delhi, 35 lecturers have died. Across India, there are complaints of staff members being dismissed or not paid.
British University Apologizes for Disinviting Academics Over Gender Views
Vice chancellor of University of Essex admits to “serious mistakes” after external review finds it breached its free speech duties.
Crisis for India
Experts fear higher education could be damaged “beyond repair” by COVID-19 catastrophe.
Espionage Suspected in Zoom Classroom Intrusion
A Rwandan diplomat appears to have spied on a St. Mary’s University class discussion about a campaign to free a political opponent of the country's president.
Europe Struggles to Build Common Area for Science
Norway spends 1 percent of GDP on research, but Poland just 0.16 percent.
A University in Tatters
Laurentian University's financial insolvency leads to 110 faculty layoffs and grave questions about the future of the institution and its three federated universities -- including one of Canada's oldest Indigenous studies programs.