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World-leading research boost
Two new global research centres (GRCs) at St Andrews will harness the power of interdisciplinary research excellence.
St Andrews keeps top spot
St Andrews is the top university in the UK, according to The Guardian University Guide 2024 published today (Saturday 9 September).
Big fish are getting smaller, and little fish are replacing them
Organisms are becoming smaller through a combination of species replacement, and changes within species, according to new research.
Housing milestone marked
The University and Kingdom Initiatives have marked the handover of 22 new affordable homes in the town as part of 'university village'.
Walking on sunshine
Hundreds of students at the University of St Andrews took part in the traditional Pier Walk along the harbour walls of St Andrews before the start of the new academic year.
St Andrews fund providing support to communities across Fife
A Fife-wide fund which aims to support local community groups and charities, opened for applications this week (Thursday 31 August).
University hosts major scientific expedition
A major scientific expedition to understand biodiversity and ecosystems along Europe's coastlines comes to the University of St Andrews this week.
University project takes centre stage at Edinburgh International Book Festival
A University of St Andrews project which explores the importance of 'a sense of place' and the impact it has on our thinking, creativity, and human relationships, took centre stage at a sell-out event at the Edinburgh In
St Andrews students most positive in UK
Students at the University of St Andrews are more positive about their education than students at any other mainstream university in the UK, according to the results of the National Student Survey 2023.
Bach to Bach for St Andrews Organ Week
St Andrews Organ Week returns to the award-winning University of St Andrews Laidlaw Music Centre this week.
Grant for imaging project
A new project at the University of St Andrews has been selected for a prestigious European Research Council Proof of Concept grant.
Rare manuscript unveiled
A never-before seen 17th century manuscript by Scottish-based artisan Esther Inglis was unveiled at the University.
The code breakers
Cutting-edge machine-learning tools could provide transformative insights into the hidden lives of animals.
Art showcases Ukrainian unity
A St Andrews student is staging a series of fundraising art exhibitions showcasing the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian people and their culture since Russia's full-scale invasion last year.
New deep light imaging could improve disease diagnosis
An international team of researchers have made a technology breakthrough for one of the most important forms of light imaging, which could improve the early diagnosis of diseases.
Animals who mate during heatwave less likely to reproduce successfully, new study shows
Animals who mate during a heatwave are less likely to reproduce successfully, according to new research led by the Universities of St Andrews and Aberdeen.
Breakthrough peptide research to combat bacterial biofilms
Researchers have developed peptides that can help combat bacteria growing in biofilms, which occur in up to 80% of human infections.
Long-term future of St Andrews Botanic Garden secured
The long-term future of St Andrews Botanic Garden has been secured following the signing of a 40-year lease agreement with the University of St Andrews.
3D hologram research could lead to improved IVF success
In a world first, 3D holographic images of an embryo have been developed as part of a collaborative research project between the University of St Andrews and University of Adelaide.
St Andrews leads the way with second Scottish brain health summit
St Andrews is set to host the second international brain health summit, securing Scotland's place as a hub for neurodegenerative disease research.