North America

Joint honours approach attracts more women and ethnic minorities to field, says Northeastern dean

Universities warn they may be unable to meet staffing and facilities costs alone

Andrew Potter's article lambasting Quebec's 'social malaise' was heavily criticised

Larissa Shamseer and David Moher have taken a close look at what it is that sets dodgy journals apart from the rest

Outgoing president says the arts are more important than ever in these troubled times

Colorado’s excise tax set to raise millions of dollars to support college access

Long-serving Stanford University scholar remembered

We talk misconceptions about quantum physics, the importance of global research collaboration and Nobel prize aspirations with the award-winning Canadian physicist

Institutions need to be excellent across the board to attract leading researchers, analysis warns

Facebook pioneer discusses improving diversity in tech industry and universities

Academics say students' concerns reflect tense environment on racial issues

Texas hostelries are one of the few places where students cannot bring guns