One million brain scans used to assess dementia risk
Scientists are hoping that access to more than 1.6 million brain scans collected from patients across Scotland could help predict a person’s risk of dementia. Read more
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2 new ways novices can use AI to be more efficient
If you haven’t gotten a chance—or perhaps you’ve been too hesitant—to experiment with artificial intelligence for education-related purposes, now is your chance. Here’s how. Read more
Naropa Sells Main Campus, Betting on Online Future
The university’s space needs have shrunk, so it’s selling its Boulder campus. Officials say the decision will allow growth, but many graduates are saddened by the move. Read more
Belgian students show the right way forward for Western leaders
At a reception hosted by the Chinese embassy in Belgium last Friday, I was seated at a table with several Belgian couples whose children were scheduled to leave to study in China for a year. Read more
How did BPP University become a £2.5 billion behemoth?
Partnerships and flexibility seen as key to company’s continued growth but others may struggle to follow in its path Read more
Miss Pope, my science teacher, would have approved of music and ice lollies in class. Exams aren’t the only way to learn
Hands-on learning works: no wonder science professionals are urging schools to go beyond the Gove curriculum Read more
Loyola ‘students of color’ program draws federal complaint
An award-winning “students of color” nursing program at Loyola University Chicago is now the subject of a federal civil rights complaint. Read more
Most community college students plan to get 4-year degrees. Few actually do
Ever since he was a kid, Tyre’k Swanigan dreamed of going to Indiana University. But after he graduated from high school, he decided to start at community college. He figured he could keep his full-time job and transfer to IU later to earn his bachelor’s degree. Read more
Would you eat a meal dreamed up by a computer?
We delve into the realm of fusion food with a twist: one contestant is a cutting-edge artificial intelligence tool while the other is acclaimed chef Ixta Belfrage Read more
Boston U Grad Worker Strike Now Longest in a Decade
With fall classes beginning about a week from now, the private institution must reach a deal soon with its student employees—or face further disruption. Read more
