Grant for new volcano hazard warning system
* Pic caption - Dome of Montserrat volcano. Grey plume reaches temperatures of hundreds of degrees and destroys everything in its path. Credit - Montserrat Volcano Observatory. *
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Inside Al Qaeda
A University of St Andrews terrorism expert has produced the first serious in-depth account of the origins and workings of Al Qaeda and how it mutated into a multi-national terrorist enterprise across the globe.
Tay search begins
The search for a fleet of Cromwellian ships which sank at the mouth of the River Tay in 1651 begins today (Wednesday 3 July 2002).
Alzheimer’s research to be showcased
Almost 200 experts in the field of dementia and Alzheimer's Disease will gather in Dundee tomorrow (Thursday 27th June, 2002) to showcase the range of dementia research currently taking place in Scotland.
St Andrews science in national spotlight
Imagine a beam of light that can trap and manipulate microscopic objects like the tractor beam in Star Trek. Science fiction? No, science fact, thanks to the 'optical tweezers' used at the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of St Andrews.
Domestic management of terrorist attacks
Less than a year after the catastrophic events of September 11 2001, the University of St Andrews is to embark on new research into the domestic management of terrorist attacks in the UK.
World terrorism experts gather at St Andrews
The World's leading experts on Terrorism gathered at St Andrews last week (7th - 8th June) to take part in a major international two- day conference organised by the University of St Andrews.
Seals phone home
Seals are to be given mobile phone technology to "phone home" new insights into their whereabouts, feeding and behaviour.
Bright spark creates powerful new light devices
A University of St Andrews scientist is the bright spark behind some of the world's most efficient new lighting devices.
Study aims to halt superbug threat
A University of St Andrews scientist has been awarded Wellcome Trust funding to prevent people falling victim to "superbugs" in hospital.