St Andrews welcomes approval of medicine degree legislation
The University welcomes the approval of legislation which allows St Andrews to award degrees in Medicine and Dentistry.
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Zinc key to diabetes treatments
Researchers at the University of St Andrews say a greater understanding of how zinc is handled in our body could lead to improved treatments.
Exercise prescriptions needed to get patients active
A nation-wide health initiative will only work if formal referrals and prescriptions are used, according to a study led by St Andrews.
University of St Andrews student mass testing
The University of St Andrews will begin mass testing students for Covid-19 on Saturday 28 November.
Covid-19 study sheds light on transmission
Patients with Covid-19 have the highest levels of virus in the first five days, according to a comprehensive study of the virus.
St Andrews academic co-opted to support UK Covid-19 response
Dr Muge Cevik from the School of Medicine has been appointed to support the UK Government’s scientific advisory group.
ECLS trial shows reduction in late-stage diagnoses of lung cancer
A new medical trial has demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in late stage diagnoses of lung cancer.
Research identifies how doctor-patient interactions can increase physical activity
Patients are open to have conversations about physical activity programmes in the community to improve their health.
Unlocking the spread of covid
Medical and data scientists have joined forces to further medical research and understanding on the spread of Covid-19 within communities.
St Andrews on top form
The University's position as one of the world’s top universities has been reinforced with the publication of two benchmark league tables.