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Dolphin senses

St Andrews researchers have found that dolphins have a unique sense of taste that allows them to identify family and friends.

Dive in and protect the ocean

A chance to meet weird and wonderful sea creatures on an underwater journey is launching at the Wardlaw Museum this week.

Coronavirus exit strategy

The UK must get real about coronavirus exit strategy prospects says former government scientific advisor Professor Sir Ian Boyd.

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Sonar affects whale behaviour

Naval sonar can disrupt the behaviour of northern bottlenose whales over distances never previously tested, according to researchers.

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Animal cultures

International researchers argue that animals’ cultural knowledge should be considered when planning international conservation efforts.

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SOI on Best Breakthroughs list

The global impact of research carried out at the Universities of Abertay, Dundee and St Andrews has been recognised.