Dame Anne Pringle elected Chancellor of the University of St Andrews
Dame Anne, a trailblazing diplomat who was formerly British Ambassador to Moscow, won a majority of support in the recent election.
St Andrews researchers have found four planets which break the usual convention of how solar systems are composed.
Date 13 February 2026
Category Research
New research highlights shared knowledge in whales that strengthens the population's resilience and may provide conservation benefits.
Date 22 January 2026
Category Research
Major plans by the University of St Andrews to redevelop one of the most significant buildings in the town have been given the green light.
Date 14 January 2026
Category University news
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