Researcher’s find sparks major python hunt
A major python hunt is underway in Florida after a University of St Andrews researcher literally stumbled upon a ferocious eight foot snake.
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Double Dutch at St Andrews
Double vision: Ilze and Ellen pictured earlier today. Credit Alan Richardson, PIX-AR.
‘Sticking plaster’ cure for skin cancer
Professor Ifor Samuel with the new 'sticking plaster' device, which will 'revolutionise the treatment of skin cancer' CREDIT: Alan Richardson, Pix A-R.
Royal showcase for sea mammal research
University of St Andrews scientists have been chosen to showcase their research at a Buckingham Palace 'Science Day'.
‘Future Vision’ roadshow funded
Technology which could see through terrorists' clothing, spot a volcano on the verge of eruption or see wounds under bandages is to be showcased as part of a new initiative that will be rolled out across the UK.
An evening with Charles Sifford
Charlie Sifford, the legendary black golfer and civil rights pioneer to whom the University of St Andrews will give an honorary degree next week, will meet and answer questions from the public in St Andrews at a special event staged to mark the award of his degree.
Discovery of earth-like planet
L-R: Professor Keith Horne, an artist's illustration of the new planet (credit European Southern Observatory), Dr Martin Dominik (credit Alan Richardson).
Polar explorer – graduate attempts world-first
* Photo caption - in training off the coast of Griffiths Island, North of Canada *
Tomorrow’s inventors
The inventors of tomorrow were in St Andrews today as part of a national competition for primary school children across Scotland.
From Boris Becker to Claudia Schiffer
The University of St Andrews will host its third German recitation contest for school children from all over Scotland, following the successful running of the competition since its launch in 2003.