Institutions

Cyberattacks’ harm to universities is growing — and so are their effects on research

Cyberattacks’ harm to universities is growing — and so are their effects on research

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In October, a data breach occurred at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Credit: Ilnur Khisamutdinov/Alamy On November 10, hackers gained ...

Could China’s cautious new research strategy stifle its science-leadership ambitions?

Could China’s cautious new research strategy stifle its science-leadership ambitions?

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China has seen an increase in the number of international students as its universities grow, but this also poses challenges.Photo: ...

To reform universities, first tackle global rankings

To reform universities, first tackle global rankings

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The reputation and finances of universities often depend on their position in world league tables. Students use the rankings to ...