White light takes hold in biology
World-first studies are underway at the University of St Andrews, exploring how a novel 'white light' laser could penetrate skin tissue more effectively than current laser surgery methods.
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The history of the universe in 60 minutes
A renowned science writer and broadcaster will give a one hour, high-impact talk on the history of the universe next week (Friday 17 March 2006), illustrated by Teletubbies, Led Zeppelin and an electrified gherkin.
Discovery of earth-like planet
L-R: Professor Keith Horne, an artist's illustration of the new planet (credit European Southern Observatory), Dr Martin Dominik (credit Alan Richardson).
Star gazing lights up St Andrew’s night
Amateur astronomers can view the night sky's delights next week when the University of St Andrews opens its Observatory to the public, free of charge.
Science specs appeal
Science pupils from Kirkcaldy High School visited the Schools of Biology, Chemistry and Physics at the University of St Andrews last week.
Let there be light
CAPTION: The purple laser developed by scientists at St Andrews and the 'new' cells.
Illuminating lecture for local school pupils
Light, colour and optics are the subjects of a public lecture at the University of St Andrews this week.
Star-gazing on St Andrew’s night
* Pic caption - Image of the spiral galaxy NGC891 obtained last week with the James Gregory Telescope *
Cash award for cancer detection device
A device using light to detect, diagnose and monitor cancer is one step closer, with news of a cash award for two St Andrews scientists.
National prize for St Andrews star-gazer
The University of St Andrews Head of Astronomy has been awarded a prestigious prize by the Royal Astronomical Society.