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Four St Andrews physicists scoop top national honours

he University of St Andrews is celebrating after four members of its community – including current staff, a visiting professor and a distinguished alumnus – were recognised in the 2025 Institute of Physics (IOP)Awards.

The sky’s the limit

A pioneering project led by a University of St Andrews academic to help pupils explore the Universe using retired telescope equipment is celebrating the milestone of supporting 100 Scottish schools.

Sound and vision

A marriage of sound and light could hold the key to diagnosis of the early stages of various diseases, including cancer.

K2 without O2

Leading physicist cum adventurer tells tales of suffering, selfishness, success and sacrifice on the 8,000m ascent.