Volcanic eruptions triggered historical global cooling
New international research led by the University of St Andrews reveals historical high latitude volcanic eruptions caused dramatic, but short-lived climate cooling.
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Are we alone in the Universe?
Researchers from St Andrews, Germany and the USA join forces in a European Research Council funded project searching for life-friendly exoplanets..
The eyes have it
“You are what you wear” is actually true, according to new research led by the School of Psychology and Neuroscience.
New molecule detects viruses
A PhD researcher studying microbes in the human gut has discovered a new molecule that acts as a ‘distress signal’ when viruses are detected.
St Andrews to lead £1.2 million international research project on the future of heatwaves
The University has been awarded a £1.2 million grant to lead a new international climate change research project known as GLOBAL-EX.
Finding a balance in antibiotic medicine
A study led by scientists at University of St Andrews finds that antibiotics used to treat tuberculosis kill other potentially useful bacteria.
St Andrews joins Turing University Network
The University of St Andrews has joined the Turing University Network, which brings together leading academic institutions with a shared commitment to advancing research, innovation, skills and engagement in data…
Dyslexia linked to mixed-handedness
Researchers from the University of St Andrews have collaborated with a multinational team of researchers from Greece, the Netherlands, Germany, and the UK to explore the intriguing connection between hand preference and
World-leading research boost
Two new global research centres (GRCs) at St Andrews will harness the power of interdisciplinary research excellence.
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.