Autism in history
A Scottish landowner whose marriage was annulled on the grounds that he was autistic is the subject of a new book by a University of St Andrews historian.
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Volcanoes to shed light on DNA?
A novel comparison between the effect of the sun on skin and life in volcanic pools is being made by a University of St Andrews scientist.
Computer-based research into Parkinson’s disease
A University of St Andrews psychologist is conducting a study which could have major implications for patients of Parkinson's disease.
The place of the dead
A wealth of new information surrounding death in mediaeval and early modern Europe has been unravelled by a University of St Andrews historian.
Appointments to the British Academy
Two University of St Andrews Professors have been elected Fellows of the British Academy.
World-class materials centre to be established
The University of St Andrews has been awarded nearly £1.5 million to establish a world class centre for the characterisation of solid state materials.
University celebrates £4 million research grants
The University of St Andrews has been awarded nearly £4 million by the Scottish Higher Education Funding Council to carry out a range of pioneering research projects.
Child vs Chimp
A primate expert has developed an innovative technique which is providing the first clear evidence that children and chimpanzees learn the traditions of the community they live in by similar processes of imitation.
Launch of lifeline to English students
A book which claims to be a "painless remedy" to the confusions of English literature will be scrutinised by its target audience when it is launched next week (Monday 22 May 2000).
DNA goes under the microscope
A team of University of St Andrews scientists has been awarded over half a million pounds to explain how DNA replication can lead to cancer.