The study investigates student experiences of community and belonging across six European countries, focusing on how students define their university community in relation to institutional status and student diversity. In England and Ireland, students from prestigious universities like Oxbridge and HEI3 are perceived differently due to socio-economic backgrounds, while in Denmark and Germany, the differentiation is based on university ethos and practical orientations. The research also explores the 'within university' community, noting that diverse student populations can enhance personal development and belonging. However, feelings of anonymity and exclusion are common among non-traditional students, such as mature students or those with disabilities. The study concludes that the importance of community varies by country, influenced by residential models of higher education, the marketisation of education, and national traditions, affecting students' sense of belonging.

Sc(HSeO3)3, a selenite-based ultraviolet nonlinear optical material, exhibits exceptional UV-NLO properties, including the shortest absorption edge among NLO-active selenites at approximately 214 nm, a wide band gap of 5.28 eV, a large phase-matchable second-harmonic generation response that is five times that of KH2PO4 (KDP), and a significant birefringence of 0.105 at 1064 nm. The research is associated with Sogang University in Seoul, Republic of Korea, and the Fujian Science & Technology Innovation Laboratory for Optoelectronic Information of China in Fuzhou, China.

A prospective cohort study evaluated immune responses and breakthrough infections in 235 infection-naïve healthcare workers up to 13–15 months after initial vaccination with either BNT162b2 or ChAdOx1, followed by a BNT162b2 booster. The study found peak immune responses one to two months after the second or third dose, with gradual declines over six months. The ChAdOx1 group showed a more rapid decline in antibody levels after peak response compared to the BNT162b2 group. Breakthrough infections displayed higher neutralization activities against Omicron variants, suggesting cross-immunity. The study highlights the importance of understanding diverse immune response patterns for optimized vaccination strategies.

The Japanese elderly maintain positive well-being through a balance of gratitude and connection, embracing cultural concepts such as Ikigai for purpose, Kansha for gratitude, and Tsukiai for social interaction. They view death with acceptance, influenced by Shinto and Buddhist beliefs, and engage in community activities and ancestor worship, which provide a sense of belonging and continuity. Despite societal changes, these practices contribute to their dignity and joy in later life.

China's commitment to doubling its economy by 2035 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 is underpinned by a shift towards greater energy efficiency. The IEA Sustainable Recovery Plan highlights the role of energy efficiency in spurring economic growth, creating jobs, and reducing emissions. China's past investments in energy efficiency have yielded long-term socioeconomic benefits, and the country is the world's largest ESCO market. Despite a recent slowdown in energy intensity reductions and ESCO investment growth, government incentives and private sector engagement, such as venture capital funding and green bonds, are poised to boost investment and innovation in energy efficiency. Standards for defining and monitoring energy efficiency projects are improving, and with rapid urbanization, energy efficiency remains critical for smart city development.