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Be magnificent - it's a virtue!
New research on the nature of human happiness and how we can flourish, via the ancient philosopher Aristotle's account of the virtue of 'magnificence'.
Children of mothers who work nonstandard hours face greater vulnerability
In the first study of its kind using UK data, researchers found that when mothers work nonstandard schedules, their children's socioemotional health is often compromised
Major new funding harnesses AI to combat infectious disease
St Andrews helps lead €1.3m AFRITRAC project to train African experts in disease modelling, boosting outbreak prediction, data skills and public health capacity across 8 countries through a 4-year programme.
Dip dip hooray!
Hundreds of University of St Andrews students gathered at the East Sands at dawn to take part in the traditional May Dip.
St Andrews celebrates Leverhulme Trust Success
Eight academics from the University of St Andrews have been awarded the prestigious funding across arts, humanities and science.
Scientists cautiously suggest GLP-1s are safe to use around pregnancy
St Andrews researchers carried out the largest ever systematic review of more than 49,000 pregnancies over a period of twenty years.
St Andrews to host Scottish film premiere
St Andrews staff and students are being given a unique opportunity to attend a special screening of 'Searching for Satyrus', a film on the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan
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.
Systemic financial risk increases during election years
On average, systemic risk is about 3.7% higher in election years compared to normal periods.
Bright pink insect stands out to blend in
Tropical bush cricket changes colour from vivid hot pink to green within a fortnight, which scientists believe may mimic the young leaves of rainforest plants.
University was correct to dismiss Rector over breaches of governance
The University of St Andrews was correct to remove its Rector from University Court, its supreme governing body, after she refused to follow its governance rules.
St Andrews Professor Gurchathen Singh Sanghera elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences
School of International Relations Professor Gurchathen Singh Sanghera has been elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, recognising his research on social justice, discrimination, and human rights
New research maps the breadth of St Andrews relationship with colonialism
A unique visualisation identifying, charting and exploring the colonial connections of over 900 students who were at the University in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
The 'Rough Wooing' is offensive and wrong: Argues leading historian
The term 'the rough wooing' is used to refer to the first eight years of Mary's reign, Dr Amy Blakeway argues that it legitimizes sexual violence and distorts historical facts.
St Andrews Prize for the Environment finalists announced
Three global finalists have been selected for the 27th St Andrews Prize for the Environment - the University of St Andrews innovative sustainability initiative.
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.
The University of St Andrews teams up with the R&A in a unique collaboration
A new series of lectures explores the relationship between sport and art.
New research shows how to challenge the rising tide of global hate
A global team of researchers have produced a new World Bank Working Paper offering an innovative and innovative and integrative analysis of how collective hate develops and the strategies that can be used to counter it.
Unique 'inside out' planetary system discovered
St Andrews researchers have found four planets which break the usual convention of how solar systems are composed.
Sakura cherry trees bring colour, culture and biodiversity to St Andrews
The University has planted its first Sakura cherry blossom trees as part of a nationwide initiative celebrating the longstanding friendship between Japan and the UK.
University welcomes approval for cutting-edge investment
The Digital Nexus building will provide collaborative research spaces designed to help tackle major global challenges, such as climate change and dementia.
Fife groups invited to apply to University Community Fund
The University of St Andrews has opened a new round of applications to its Community Fund, marking the sixth year of the Fund supporting community groups and charities across the whole of Fife.
University of St Andrews appoints first Orthodox theologian to historic Chair of Divinity
Professor Plested's research focuses on the Christian East, modern Orthodox theology, and on the dialogue between the Orthodox tradition and Western Christian thought.
Ranking success for St Andrews Arts and Humanities
St Andrews is 35th in the Arts and Humanities World University Rankings 2026, published by Times Higher.
St Andrews' student crowned golf champion
Golf Scholar and Business School student Judd Sundelson triumphs at the 2026 South African Amateur Championship
St Andrews to elect new Chancellor
The University of St Andrews has confirmed that four candidates are to stand for election to be its next Chancellor.
Aacademic supports UN disaster response
Lecturer in Physical Geography, Dr TJ Young, is travelling to Mozambique as part of an emergency UNDAC mission responding to severe flooding.
New AI tool removes bottleneck in animal movement analysis
New tool reads animal movement from video and turns it into clear, human-readable descriptions, making behavioural analysis faster, cheaper, and scalable across species.
Bubble netting knowledge spread by humpback whales
New research highlights shared knowledge in whales that strengthens the population's resilience and may provide conservation benefits.
Karen Solie wins prestigious poetry prize
Karen Solie, poet and Reader in Creative Writing at the University of St Andrews, is the winner of the prestigious T.S. Eliot Prize 2025.
AI model to predict neural network degeneration in ALS
Computational models allow researchers to make predictions about how neural circuits may respond to treatment and they can inform future preclinical studies in mice.
Council green light for 'New College'
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.
St Andrews Rector Removed from Court role over breach of governance rules
The Rector of the University of St Andrews has been removed from her role as President of University Court after she refused to follow its governance rules.
Statement from the Court of the University of St Andrews - Removal of the Rector from University Court
University Court issued the following message to all staff and students on Friday 9 January.
St Andrews awarded £950,000 to decarbonise New College buildings
The University of St Andrews has been awarded £950,000 from Scotland's Public Sector Heat Decarbonisation Fund to support a pioneering conservation and sustainability project at New College in the heart of the town.