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Why war is a man's game

The near absence of women from the battlefield throughout history could ultimately all be down to chance, say St Andrews researchers.

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New TB test could save lives

Medical research charity LifeArc and the University Infection Group will partner up to develop a molecular diagnostic test for TB.

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Memory test revisited

New research comparing memory in rodents and humans could have implications for treatments for memory disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.

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Size matters

Researchers have found a way to trap two miniscule spinning particles, offering fascinating insights into the world around us.

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Is that ET story real?

A team of international researchers, led by scientists from St Andrews and the SETI Institute, have redefined the alien detection scale.

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Can kids plan for the future?

A benchmark test to determine whether young children are capable of planning for the future may be flawed, according to new research.

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Kidney disease breakthrough

Scientists have a better understanding of the causes of kidney disease and its treatment, thanks to innovative research.