New molecule detects viruses
A PhD researcher studying microbes in the human gut has discovered a new molecule that acts as a ‘distress signal’ when viruses are detected.
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Animals who mate during heatwave less likely to reproduce successfully, new study shows
Animals who mate during a heatwave are less likely to reproduce successfully, according to new research led by the Universities of St Andrews and Aberdeen.
St Andrews leads the way with second Scottish brain health summit
St Andrews is set to host the second international brain health summit, securing Scotland’s place as a hub for neurodegenerative disease research.
Federal government’s fact-finding visit to St Andrews
St Andrews played host to a delegation of politicians, academics, and media from Rhineland-Pfalz Palatinate in Germany this week.
Four they are jolly good fellows
Four St Andrews professors were elected to join the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s 2023 intake of Fellows this week (Wednesday 22 March).
Human impact on biodiversity
St Andrews scientists discover that widespread species increase the number of sites they occupy, whereas more narrowly distributed species decline.
East Neuk to international
A Waid Academy pupil who was finally able to graduate in person this week said studying in St Andrews has been an international experience.
Bat expert scoops award
A leading St Andrews researcher has been recognised in the prestigious 2022 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists.
New Year honours
Three leading researchers at St Andrews have been named in the New Year’s Honours list.
Shooting fish
Shooting prey is a more common hunting technique in fish than previously thought, new research has found.