Hands off
New research led by St Andrews reports that human hands are not required in order to be able to do clever things.
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Whales at greater risk from fishing than previously believed
A larger proportion of whales than previously thought is being injured by fishing equipment, according to new research.
Protecting Covid-hit fishing communities in Peru
The University has been awarded a grant of nearly £300,000 to help protect the livelihoods of fishing communities in Peru hit by Covid-19.
Hope for biodiversity
The apparent global decline in vertebrate populations is driven by extreme losses in a few populations, according to new research.
Selfish genes take sides in the battle of the sexes
Men may have a surprising genetic advantage over women, according to new research carried out at the University of St Andrews.
Sharing food aids monkey business
It may be only a shared banana in a tree, but new research suggests this sharing of food could be a 'date' for primates.
Covid-19 lockdown reveals human impact on wildlife
An international team of scientists is investigating how animals are responding to reduced levels of human activity during lockdown.
Forest loss escalates biodiversity change
New international research reveals the far-reaching impacts of forest cover loss on global biodiversity.
The family ties that grind
The ability to recognise relatives can make life more dangerous for the female of the species, new research has shown.
Climate change impact greater on marine systems
New international research reveals warming in temperate regions leads to species gains at sea, but not on land.