London school visit to St Andrews
A group of pupils from a South London school were invited to the University of St Andrews today (Wednesday 11th September) to gain a unique insight into the workings of University research.
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Chemical reaction for Scottish school pupils
Nearly 200 Scottish school pupils will learn the importance of chemistry to everyday life at the University of St Andrews next week.
Scientists join tomorrow’s world ‘on the road’
Scientists from the University of St Andrews will join the 'Tomorrow's World' roadshow in Glasgow next week, in support of the BBC's efforts to 'take science on the road'.
Principal calls for even playing field in HE
The Principal of Scotland's leading University has called for a more even playing field in higher education across the world, at a major conference in Washington DC.
Celebration of local hero
The life and legacy of one of St Andrews' and Atlanta's local heroes is to be celebrated at a week-long University reunion this summer.
Whisky simplified!
A University of St Andrews researcher claims his new book will take the confusion out of whisky-buying.
Photonics innovators launch on-line catalogue
Scottish researchers have launched an innovative on-line catalogue selling specialist 'quasi-optical' components which can be used for applications such as security scanning, improving mobile telephone signals and car crash avoidance.
Teachers take techniques back to classrooms
Chemistry teachers from every corner of Scotland will descend on the University of St Andrews next week (Thursday 31 May 2001) to learn about the latest developments in the world of chemistry and how they can take them back to their classrooms.
New insight into UK historic fleet
Following a period of consultation with organisations and individuals throughout the UK, the National Historic Ships Committee has made several revisions to the lists of Core Collection and Designated Vessels of Historic Vessels of the United Kingdom.
World-renowned statesman to lecture at university
The University of St Andrews is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear a lecture by one of the world's greatest statesmen.