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New Saints Sport hockey pitch receives international certification
The new dry turf hockey and multisport pitch at the University of St Andrews has been certified by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) - the requirement to hold National League hockey matches.
Children perform cognitive tasks faster on their own in studies, says new research
Groundbreaking new research led by the University of St Andrews has shown that children perform cognitive tasks faster on their own in studies, rather than in the presence of a stranger.
Executive Education launches
St Andrews launches new courses to empower global leaders to address pressing issues from generative AI to redefining leadership and value-based healthcare.
New partnership will broaden understanding of UK's public art collection
The University of St Andrews' School of Art History is teaming up with education charity Art UK on an pioneering project to research and tell stories about the art collection owned by the UK public.
Whales sing how humans speak
New research led by the School of Biology finds whale song has a human language-like structure
First Minister and former Taoiseach celebrate St Andrews taking leadership of national think tank
Event marks St Andrews' chairmanship of Scottish Council on Global Affairs
Study finds bats are able to tolerate coronaviruses without becoming ill
New research from the University of St Andrews has shown that bats can tolerate coronaviruses and other viruses without becoming ill.
UK Harbour seals in decline
SMRU aerial surveys revealed harbour seal numbers in The Wash (southeast England), the main population centre in England, are ~25% lower than in 2018
University launches 2023-2024 sustainability report
The annual report includes a summary of carbon emissions reporting, along with an extensive overview of work being undertaken across the institution in alignment withe the 17 UN SDGs
St Andrews researchers featured in climate science podcast series
Scottish Alliance for Geoscience, Environment and Society (SAGES) have released 11 episodes of their podcast series, The SAGES Climate Podcast, featuring several University of St Andrews researchers
Lung cancer trial reveals 40% drop in deaths using biomarker testing
Groundbreaking research from the University of St Andrews School of Medicine has found that biomarker testing in individuals at risk of lung cancer led to a major reduction in deaths.
Saints Rugby Celebrates 10-Year Partnership with Aldi
The University of St Andrews Rugby Programme, Saints Rugby, has marked 10 years of its relationship with Aldi by renewing its sport sponsorship deal for academic year 2024-2025.
Secrets of Earth's climate past
Researchers have shed new light on the fundamental role played by carbon dioxide (CO2) in Earth's geological warming and cooling.
Historic volcanic mystery solved
The mystery location of a giant volcanic eruption that has puzzled scientists for almost 200 years has finally been solved.
New Leverhulme Fellowship
Professor Emma Sutton from the School of English has been awarded The Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship.
Child-free employees face Christmas bias, according to research
An ongoing study led by Dr Giulia Giunti from the University of St Andrews Business School is highlighting forms of workplace discrimination towards those without children.
Study links air pollution to mental illness
New research from the University of St Andrews has revealed that cumulative exposure to air pollution is linked to a heightened risk of admission to hospital for mental/behavioural as well as physical illness
Antarctic bay named after Professor Andrew Brierley
A bay in the Antarctic has been named after a University of St Andrews professor, who passed away in February this year, aged 56.
University golf programme strikes up partnership with Eden Mill St Andrews
The University of St Andrews has formed a new partnership with local distillery Eden Mill St Andrews, who have become an official Partner of the University's Golf Programme - Saints Golf.
Prestigious book award for St Andrews Director of Music
A book written by the Director of Music at the University of St Andrews, Dr Michael Downes, has been chosen by Presto Music as one of their five best music books of the year.
Tool recognises dolphin accents
An expert at the University of St Andrews' Scottish Oceans Institute has developed a groundbreaking tool that uses machine learning to identify dolphin species based on their calls.
St Andrews crew make waves in prestigious European coastal regatta
A rowing team from the University of St Andrews finished just outside the top ten in the First European Coastal Regatta in Monaco, featuring some of the top rowers from across the globe.
Manuscript available to the public for first time in 500 years
One of the most important histories of Scotland, which sheds new light on William Wallace and the Stone of Destiny, has found its permanent home at the University of St Andrews.
Ethnic groups likelier to experience death of someone close during Covid, says study
Ethnic groups in Scotland were over two times more likely to experience the death of someone close to them during Covid-19 than the white population, according to a groundbreaking report released today
St Andrews neuroscientist joins prestigious Young Investigators Programme
Dr Ilary Allodi from the School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews has been awarded a place on the prestigious EMBO Young Investigators programme.
Winter graduation celebrations
St Andrews has celebrated its first day of winter graduation with students from across the globe, and their friends and families, coming together to mark their academic achievements.
University honours leading Scottish sports presenters
Trailblazing Scottish sports presenter Hazel Irvine and Fife-based former Royal Marine turned TV presenter JJ Chalmers were both awarded honorary degrees at the University of St Andrews today (Wednesday 4 December).
Scotland's New Makar
Dr Peter Mackay, a Senior Lecturer at the University of St Andrews, has been named Scotland's new Makar - the National Poet for Scotland.
Statement in response to claims made by Stella Maris
It is disappointing that Ms Maris has chosen to focus on herself on a day on which the University and everyone associated with it is celebrating the achievements of our graduates.
Bus deal drives £1.7m savings
Cost-of-living initiative makes record savings for St Andrews staff and students
St Andrews experts call for 'decolonisation' of infant eye test
Researchers from the University of St Andrews School of Medicine are calling for the renaming of eye examination terminology to help promote racial equality in healthcare.
Stars swap studio for stage at St Andrews graduation ceremonies
A Strictly Come Dancing star, an award-winning sports presenter, a former Chief Scientific Adviser for Scotland, and a prize-winning race and racism theorist will be honoured at winter graduation.
UKRI funding boost for postdoctoral scholars at St Andrews
NETGAIN, a multi-institutional proposal led by Dr Chris Sutherland, received NERC funding through a new doctoral focus award scheme
Heart rate variability not a reliable marker of aggression
New research from the University of St Andrews debunks the theory that Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is linked to aggressive behaviour.
St Andrews researchers discover 'King Arthur's Hall' is five times older than thought
A historic site in Cornwall linked to King Arthur has been found to be 4,000 years older than previously thought after a new survey was carried out by a team of researchers.
Scientist's warning over mpox spread
The world could be sleepwalking into another pandemic if it does not take the risks of mpox seriously, according to a global health expert at the University of St Andrews.
Kham River Restoration Mission wins St Andrews Prize
The Kham River Restoration Mission, which takes a socio-ecological approach to waterway management won the 2024 St Andrews Prize for the Environment
No place like foam - St Andrews Raisin Monday
Students gathered on Lower College Lawn to take part in the annual Raisin Monday foam fight on Monday 21 October 2024.
Beaver survey gets underway
University researchers partner with NatureScot on a public beaver count
'University village' unveiled
A pioneering project with Kingdom Initiatives offering much-needed affordable and sustainable housing for postgraduate students and staff.
St Andrews researchers discover unknown tomb
A ground-breaking discovery of a secret tomb at one of the new seven wonders of the world has been made by a team of researchers, including academics from the University of St Andrews.
Celebrated young musicians to make UK debut at St Andrews
Two celebrated young musicians from Germany are set to make their UK debut at the University of St Andrews Laidlaw Music Centre later this month.
New discovery could transform the use of glowing properties in organic materials
New research from the University of St Andrews has uncovered how hydrogen bonds can enhance the phosphorescence efficiency and versatility of organic luminescent materials,.
Finalists for the 2024 St Andrews Prize announced
From a pool of 125 submissions, finalists from Scotland, India and Australia will be presenting their work for a chance to take home US$100,000 to support their work.
Making Waves - the campaign for St Andrews
The University launches its ambitious "Making Waves" campaign to raise £300 million to support scholarships, research, academic programmes, and sustainability initiatives.
Race Equality Charter
The University of St Andrews has achieved a Race Equality Charter Bronze Award in recognition of its work to advance race equality.
University tees off new golf partnership
Saints Golf receives a boost thanks to a new partnership with iconic local hotel Rusacks St Andrews.
Ever evolving evolution
A new understanding of adaptive evolution is emerging, thanks to an international team of scientists, led by the School of Biology.
Sustainable sensors
New research into organic semiconductor materials paves the way for more sustainable temperature sensors for use in everyday technology.
The Times are a-changing
St Andrews is the Scottish University of the Year and University of the Year for Student Experience in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.