By Matthew Reisz. Are corporations profiting from philanthropy? Do mega-donors acquire too much influence? Linsey McGoey on ‘saint’ Bill Gates and the downsides of giving away $16 billion. More...

By Matthew Reisz. University reaches out to its local community through dramatised performances in the city graveyard. More...

By Mark Walport. From the battle against Ebola to climate change strategy, research insights from a wide range of disciplines are proving invaluable, says Mark Walport. More...

By David Bogle. Initially sceptical about the continental practice of examining a doctoral thesis before an audience, David Bogle has found much to commend it. More...

By Martin Hall. The country’s young are angry about more than just tuition costs, which is why solutions are difficult, says Martin Hall. More...

By John Gill. For-profit operators are needed to help feed the continent’s hunger for degrees but regulation is key. More...

By John Gill. In accepting industry funding, universities must be transparent if they are to sustain public faith in the independence of research. More...

By Jack Grove. Advice from a guide prepared by two academics will help you to impress a conference audience. More...

By Chris Havergal. A list of the 50 most influential higher education professionals using social media in the UK has been released. More...

By Ellie Bothwell. Financial Times reveals its top 100 worldwide executive MBA programmes based on alumni success. More...