New spin on galaxy rotation
An international group of astronomers, led by a St Andrews physicist, has revived an alternative gravity theory.
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Dolphin senses
St Andrews researchers have found that dolphins have a unique sense of taste that allows them to identify family and friends.
New project puts Gulf of Mexico dolphins at risk of extinction
A proposed land management project could cause a population of dolphins in the Northern Gulf of Mexico to become functionally extinct, according to a new study led by the University of St Andrews.
Ancient Namibian stone holds key to future quantum computers
A special form of light made using an ancient Namibian gemstone could be the key to new light-based quantum computers, according to new research.
Consumers underestimate annual spend by £3,900
Consumers in the UK, US and Canada underestimate their future expenses by an average of £75 per week, the equivalent of £3,900 a year, new research from the University of St Andrews shows.
Underwater noise pollution threat to marine life
A breakthrough study by a specialist European research team shows man-made underwater noise pollution is picked up by whales in a similar way they sense natural predators.
A sulphurous death for unlucky dinosaurs
Climate cooling associated with sulphur gases directly contributed to the extinction of the dinosaurs, research at St Andrews has found.
War could see Ukraine’s population fall by a third
Ukraine’s population could decline by a third over the next two decades as a result of the Russian invasion, researchers at the University of St Andrews suggest.
Living in more polluted areas increases risk for poor mental wellbeing
People in the UK who live in more polluted areas, such as near busy roads, are at a higher risk of poor mental wellbeing, new research has found.
Arctic seal pups learn to live on the edge
Young harp seals diving for the first time can adapt their behaviour depending on local environmental conditions, according to new research at the University of St Andrews.