Dyscalculia, characterized by deficits in number sense and calculation skills, affects approximately 5–7% of the population and often persists into adulthood. A team from the University of Barcelona and the University of Vic – Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC) has developed and validated a digital serious game to address mathematical difficulties in children with this disorder in the early and middle stages of primary education.

Korea University College of Medicine (Dean Seong Bom Pyun) successfully hosted the inaugural Korea University Medical Scientist Training Program (KU-MSTP) International Symposium and Inauguration Ceremony on Friday, November 21, marking a significant milestone in nurturing future physician-scientist leaders who will shape the next generation of medicine. Through this event, the College formally launched a comprehensive physician-scientist training system that bridges basic science and clinical practice while significantly expanding its global research collaboration network.

A new study shows that restricting international migration for mothers with young children can improve children's health and educational outcomes without impacting household income. Using a real-world policy change in Sri Lanka, researchers found fewer hospital visits and better school progress among affected children. The findings provide rare evidence from an implemented migration policy and highlight how early maternal presence can shape long-term human capital investment.

A study by UC Riverside and USC education scholars found that Black and Latino teens report having significantly more digital literacy skills, such as detecting online disinformation, than their white peers—particularly content related to race and ethnicity. These youth are quicker to identify false claims and racist propaganda and more likely to verify posts with credible sources and respond with corrective, fact-based content, the study found. 

Addressing a growing demand for graduate training in evaluating medication safety, effectiveness and outcomes in real-world clinical settings, the UH College of Pharmacy is expanding its offerings - now offering a Master of Science and a doctoral degree in Population Health & Pharmacoepidemiology. 

Tufts University School of Medicine is expanding its Doctor of Physical Therapy programs with the launch of a new location in Atlanta, joining programs in Boston, Phoenix, and Seattle.

With one in four Singaporeans expected to be 65 and above by 2030, Duke-NUS inaugural ageing conference addressed themes such as technology, dementia care and social connectedness.

Duke-NUS’ Centre for Ageing Research & Education marks its 10^th anniversary, with the conference highlighting the need for innovative policies and practices to enhance the quality of life for Singapore's ageing population.