American University’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion would like to require faculty to address students by their “chosen name and pronouns,” so as to make transgender, genderqueer and gender non-conforming students feel welcome.

UK trials have begun of an e-cigarette that can be locked to prevent anyone but its owner puffing on it.

For decades, the main argument against climate action has been economic: Even if the climate is changing, the argument went, addressing it at the scale needed would force companies, cities and institutions into bankruptcy. In short, it would tank the economy.

eLife editor says radical shift would help readers judge the real value of research, not just where it is published

Facebook is failing to shut down groups on its site where fake Amazon reviews are sold, consumer group Which? claims.

On college campuses, accused students often must prove they obtained “affirmative consent” from their partners before and throughout sexual activity. In a few states, it’s the law for college students.

How to add comfort and technology to spots where students work

A Facebook page encouraging people to storm the so-called Area 51 US Air Force base was removed from the social network at the weekend - but has now been reinstated.

New School professor Richard Wolff is known for his outspoken views against capitalism.

Universities urged to reconsider use of large introductory lectures