Scientists fear that EU could again block stem cell patents Advancing capabilities of stem cells could mean researchers run into legal difficulties once more, European academies warn By David Matthews 7 November
French universities overturn selection taboo Measures taken to target high dropout rate could make universities more attractive to domestic and international students By David Matthews 7 November
Career advice: how to teach Brexit Beyond the noise of the front pages, the UK’s decision to leave the EU offers an opportunity to hone students’ skills in critical thinking and evaluating sources, says Paul James Cardwell By Paul James Cardwell 6 November
EU recruitment woes push business schools towards ‘tipping point’ Forty per cent of UK business schools report fall in undergraduate applications from the Continent By Holly Else 6 November
Defining the great universities of the 21st century Nancy Rothwell and Glyn Davis write from the Global University Engagement Summit in Melbourne By Nancy Rothwell 5 November
Computer games bring research projects to (virtual) life Developers working with academics compete for $150,000 prize By Matthew Reisz 5 November
How to ‘robot-proof’ students for the age of AI Lifelong learning, real-world experience and a focus on ‘uniquely human attributes’ are key to preparing students for the future, says Joseph Aoun By Joseph Aoun 4 November
Egypt seeks to attract international branch campuses Minister for higher education says proposed new law will help foreign universities set up outposts in the country By Ellie Bothwell 3 November
Male scientists more likely to share work with other men, study finds Researchers blame ‘old boy’ networks and evolutionary history for male tendency to stick together By Rachael Pells 3 November
France’s most iconic university, the Sorbonne, is reborn Almost 50 years after it was dismantled, the celebrated institution is making a comeback By Jack Grove 2 November
Career advice: librarians ‘must defy stereotypes’ to climb ladder Library staff should think in terms of the whole university if they want to advance, Sconul report says By Matthew Reisz 2 November
Universities pressured to cut Myanmar ties over Rohingya crisis Some academics call for institutions to break all links with the country, while others say educational partnerships are key to building peace By Ellie Bothwell 2 November
