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St Andrews astronomers help make the most extensive map of the Universe ever created
An international team of researchers observed more than 47 million galaxies and quasars and 20 million stars.
RSE welcomes five new Fellows from St Andrews
The prestigious accolade recognises the advancement of learning and useful knowledge, which is at the centre of public life, across the arts, business and technology and science sectors.
St Andrews climbs global rankings
St Andrews ranked in the top 20 of UK institutions in Arts & Humanities (9), and Natural Sciences (17) in the QS Subject Rankings.
Motivations behind violent extremism uncovered in groundbreaking global study
New findings carry profound implications for programmes aimed at countering violent extremism.
The peatland 'nurseries' of Peru give new insights for conservation
An important group of peatlands in the western Amazonia region of Peru developed more recently than many other peatlands in the tropics.
Global study identifies urgent blue carbon priorities in the fight against climate change
Strong international research collaboration has produced a major new study on blue carbon--and the message is clear: we're underusing it.
Moby Dick 'ship sinking' sperm whales caught headbutting on camera
In first known footage, 'ship sinking' sperm whales confirmed to headbutt one another, as well as ships.
Knowledge Exchange Hero win for St Andrews-led Alliance
St Andrews-led Research Alliance for Homes, Energy, and Livelihoods wins national award for Knowledge Exchange excellence.
St Andrews welcomes Professor Sir Jim Skea during Sustainability Week
Chair of the IPCC, Professor Sir Jim Skea highlighted led keynotes, panels, and student Q&As, offering wide-ranging engagement on climate science, policy, and collaboration.
South Rupununi Conservation Society Wins St Andrews Environment Prize
uyana's South Rupununi Conservation Society wins the St Andrews Prize for the Environment, earning $95,000 for its education project empowering youth with science and Indigenous knowledge across 20+ communities.