Volte-face in radiologist case Sheffield drops disciplinary action over conference submission and opts for review. Zo? Corbyn reports 4 March
This is going to hurt: carbon cuts will bring the pain Institutions warned to make 'urgent preparations' for energy efficiency scheme. Hannah Fearn reports 4 March
Short weeks or unpaid leave proposed to reduce wage bill Union calls for job protection as Sheffield moots potential cost-cutting moves. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 4 March
King's turns crisis study into business opportunity Military historians' war-game technology leads to a business-forecasting spin-off. Hannah Fearn writes 4 March
'Me' focus skews journal ratings Personal bias raises questions over use of lists to judge academic excellence. Hannah Fearn reports 4 March
American dreams inspired by the UK's fabled spires Liberal-arts bodies echo Oxbridge's buildings, teaching and traditions. Jon Marcus reports 4 March
Trojan accreditation: Private partners pose threat in the battle for students Universities are being undercut by colleges' low-fee offerings, UUK warns. Melanie Newman reports 4 March
USS faces ethical dilemma over strip-mining operation Campaigners lobby pension fund to pull cash from controversial Indian scheme, John Morgan writes By John Morgan 4 March
‘Clear mandate’ for strike action at Sussex Massive turnout backs UCU move to combat job cuts. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 3 March
Tax business to abolish fees, union proposes UCU cites Crossrail arrangement as evidence that plan could work. Hannah Fearn reports 3 March
Tories promise universities A-level oversight Gove says move will prevent devaluation of qualification. Melanie Newman writes 2 March
Colleges look to Open for higher education lifeline AoC considers options as cuts and cap on student numbers threaten degree provision. Hannah Fearn reports 2 March
Research faces ‘managed or neglected decline’ without clear strategy, says advisory body A new report from the Council of Science and Technology urges the Government to rethink the way it supports the UK’s research base. Zo? Corbyn writes 1 March
Landmark strike vote at King’s College London Proposed job cuts leave scholars with ‘no alternative’ to industrial action, says union By John Morgan 27 February
Bournemouth academic’s constructive dismissal claim upheld Institution’s decision to raise marks on failed exam papers ‘an unequivocal affront’ to Paul Buckland’s integrity, Court of Appeal rules. Melanie Newman reports 26 February
Students are the priority, say university ministers Lammy, Willetts and Williams face off at THE debate. Melanie Newman reports 25 February
Decades of work at risk, just when we need it most Graham Gibbs discusses the implications of cuts for UK pedagogy and teaching development 25 February
Podcasts: enhancing or replacing normal lectures? Online lectures are no substitute for face-to-face contact, argues UCU. Melanie Newman reports 25 February
'Academic individualism' to be reined in at the IoE Review recommends behaviour change at all levels of the institute. Melanie Newman writes 25 February
Stardom and the spirit of the age A peer-reviewed academic journal is turning the spotlight on celebrity culture. Zo? Corbyn reports 25 February
In a hard world, it pays to be flexible, say funding chiefs Report asks whether sector-wide arrangements are 'enablers or barriers'. Melanie Newman writes 25 February
Pressure grows on national bargaining V-cs may copy London South Bank and opt for local pay deals. Melanie Newman reports 25 February
Part-time 'juggling act' no panacea for the future Hepi boss warns that combining study and work is beset with difficulties. Rebecca Attwood reports By Rebecca Attwood 25 February
King's chief warns of cuts twice as severe as those made by Thatcher Rick Trainor tells staff 'wise heads' fear sector may suffer reductions of up to 30%, writes John Morgan By John Morgan 25 February
A capital idea: what better way to boost your income? Universities' London-based ventures cause unions to caution about conditions. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 25 February
The archipelago of excellence Joint research service launched to support work in 'islands' and challenge elite. Zo? Corbyn writes 25 February
Nor the battle to the strong? Crisis' impact on the elite Recession may shake up global higher education order, OECD scholar argues. John Morgan writes By John Morgan 25 February
HEA cuts threaten future of subject centres Fears grow for teaching development as budget reductions are confirmed, Rebecca Attwood writes By Rebecca Attwood 25 February
Leeds UCU calls off one-day strike Negotiations promise ‘groundbreaking’ process to manage organisational change. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 24 February
Kin and scholarship meet in tale of child migration LSE academic’s work on Empire Settlement Act draws on a family connection, reports Matthew Reisz By Matthew Reisz 24 February
Professor accused of using student’s work without consent Psychologist ‘strenuously’ denies misconduct allegations. Melanie Newman reports 23 February
MPs call for halt to public funds for homeopathy Science committee says placebo effect is only benefit of alternative treatment. Zo? Corbyn reports 23 February
Academic quits bullying helpline over outing of No 10 staff Lancaster professor says breach of confidentiality at the charity could put workers at risk. John Morgan reports By John Morgan 22 February
Dons’ campaign secures disciplinary bodies’ future Proposals to scrap Cambridge tribunal and ‘Septemviri’ oversight abandoned by management. Melanie Newman reports 22 February
US faculty face more stringent checks in wake of shooting The killing of three academics at the 51国产视频 of Alabama could lead to controversial criminal background checks of lecturers. Jon Marcus reports 20 February
