New insight into MND
Scientists at St Andrews and Edinburgh have identified a specific type of cell in the human body which can cause motor neurons to fail.
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House size a factor in climate change
New research reveals that ambitious global climate change targets must factor in that average space per person is increasing in homes.
Alzheimer’s memory discovery
Scientists from have discovered the functions of the area of the brain in which Alzheimer’s begins, offering hope for future treatment.
Planet's water threatened
Growing demand and climate change are threatening naturally occurring water systems and putting the water supply of billions at risk.
Lakes affect glacial melt
The rate glaciers are melting in the Himalaya is being accelerated by lakes formed by glacial retreat new research has found.
Computer simulations help develop medical treatment for skin conditions
Computer simulations created by researchers at St Andrews could be used to create more effective treatments for tackling medical issues.
SMRU monitors seal breeding
SMRU has developed a new method to better record breeding histories of seals, allowing for improved fecundity calculations.
Echolocation is cheap
A new international study reveals how whales have evolved to live in the world’s deepest oceans.
Acidic oceans
New international study confirms a long-held theory about the last great mass extinction event and the evolution of marine life.
Global biodiversity change
New international research reveals different rates of biodiversity change across the globe.